Underwhelming feedback loop - Systems Engineer Optiver Employee Review

1.0
Mar 16, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Insane unheard of 6 figure bonuses

Cons

Future at the firm depends on your direct manager who might very well fire you on the last day of your probation with feedback that was not given at any point in the prior 26 weeks, despite weekly feedback sessions.

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5.0
Feb 24, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

constant office renovations were a bit distracting, but was told it should be done in 2026

3.0
Jun 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

you get some experience in the industry

Cons

the catering is too good

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