SEB Tech Trainee Programme 2026-27: Trading DevOps Specialist | SEB, Stockholm

At SEB, we believe in fresh thinking, new working methods, and innovation to create a fairer and more sustainable world. Since SEB was founded in 1856, our focus on customers and long-term relationships has been at the heart of our success, while we place a strong emphasis on sustainability and digitalization as we shape the future of SEB.

With the Tech Trainee Programme and as an employee, we'll help you develop new skills and take on more responsibility to create a positive impact. You will become a crucial key player in shaping the future of the bank. 

SEB is a full-service investment bank that offers advisory and financing across all products and client segments. We are recognized as one of the leading Nordic banks within investment banking. Within Equities we have a leading market share of institutional flow on Nordic exchanges, and we provide connectivity throughout Europe, North America & Asia.

 

Would you like to be part of a team of highly skilled people working in a fast-paced environment? As a Trading DevOps specialist in the Equities Prime Front Arena team at SEB Group Technology, you will strengthen the support and development of the business and the platform.

Within SEB, Prime Front Arena is the strategic system when it comes to Commodities, Equities, Fixed Income and Securities Lending. This role is within the Equities Trading product area.

•       Work in a high-pace, dynamic and agile environment

•       Be part of a dedicated group of people that interact with SEB’s Equites Trading desk and supporting departments on a daily basis. 

Your main responsibilities will include:

•       Development, configuration, testing, and maintenance of new and existing functionality

•       Providing end user support and having a very close collaboration with the trading desk(s)

•       Troubleshooting together with other teams and with external vendors

•       Contributing to an improved way of working and a continuous learning culture

•       Occasional presence on the Trading floor

Simultaneously by working in the role you are being recruited to, you will participate in SEB's Tech Trainee Programme for six months. It will give you the opportunity to develop an extensive network within the bank, gain a deep understanding of the financial industry and our global tech organization, and be professionally and personally challenged.

As part of the programme, you can expect to: contribute to meaningful projects, work on tech tracks, gain communication and leadership skills, and participate in a hackathon and a business challenge.

 

We’re looking for young talents who are curious, motivated, and ready to question the status quo.

•       Graduated within the past two years, or will graduate before the programme starts on 1st September 2026 – from a relevant academic degree or a two-year vocational education in IT or tech 

•       An interest in trading products, preferably Equities

•       Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to take ownership

•       Great communication skills and to be able to work both in English and Swedish

•       Some experience using Python as a programming language

•       A strong willingness to learn, to get things done and to manage to work in a high-paced environment

We also believe you are:

•       A team player, with a customer-focused attitude

•       Independent, take initiative (contributing with ideas and suggested improvements) as well as can take on multiple tasks

 

It is meritorious if you have:

•       Knowledge of trading applications, platforms & protocols

•       Experience of the FIX protocol and/or Exchange connections.

•       Knowledge in SQL & other programming languages.

•       GitHub and Jira understanding.

•       Worked in an IDE such as PyCharm or Visual Studio Code.

•       Worked in an agile and continuous learning culture

 

Previous experience (part-time work, student projects, labs in IT/Tech etc.) and involvement during your studies are advantageous but what matters most is your potential and passion.

In our recruitment, SEB behaviours are something we consider when choosing whom to hire. These behaviours include creating value, acting long-term, and building positive relationships. 

•       A six-month trainee programme, designed for professional and personal development

•       A full-time employment in the role you have been hired for, after completing the programme successfully

•       Agile and modern ways of working 

•       A flat hierarchy and openness to share ideas, opinions and points of views

•       Networking and collaboration opportunities

•       A real business challenge to solve with other participants in the Tech Trainee and International Trainee programmes, where you can create value and make a difference for SEB

•       Extensive training and learning opportunities

•       Mentorship from senior leaders