Ph3About Fasanara /h3 pFounded in 2011, Fasanara Capital is a London-headquartered global asset manager and technology platform managing approximately USD 6 billion in assets, with a team of 120+ professionals globally. /p pWe combine investment expertise with advanced data, analytics and proprietary technology to originate, analyse and manage complex portfolios at scale. /p h3The Graduate Programme – Fasanara Talent Grand Prix ️ /h3 pThe Graduate Talent Grand Prix is a structured, multi-stage selection process designed to identify the strongest STEM graduates in Italy. /p pWith the opening of our Ferrara office, we are creating a direct bridge between local talent and global opportunities. /p pHigh performers are everywhere — and deserve a chance. Excellence knows no geography. Opportunity often does. The gap between the two is where inequality lives — and where real alpha hides. /p pAt Fasanara, we focus on identifying overlooked talent and connecting it to capital, technology and a global platform. Because when opportunity catches up with talent, the results are outsized. /p pThis programme is designed to give high-potential graduates direct exposure to a global investment platform through hands‑on experience, real projects, and close collaboration with experienced teams. /p h3Overview of the Role /h3 pAs part of the Software Engineering stream based in our Ferrara office, you will support the development and enhancement of internal technology systems across the business. /p pYou will: /p ul liContribute to building and improving business-critical applications /li liWrite clean, structured code in Python and/or Java /li liSupport debugging, testing and optimisation of systems /li liCollaborate on backend systems and, where relevant, frontend components /li liApply strong algorithmic thinking to real-world technical challenges /li /ul pYou may contribute to projects across areas such as Digital Assets, Credit Technology or Quant Trading, depending on team placement and business needs. /p pYou will gain exposure to enterprise-level systems operating within a financial services environment. /p h3You must have: /h3 ul liRight to work in Italy (no visa sponsorship) /li liProfessional working proficiency in English /li liGraduated or graduating by September 2026 /li /ul h3Academic background: /h3 ul liDegree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related STEM field /li liOther STEM degrees will also be considered /li liMaster’s degree preferred /li /ul h3Skills /h3 ul liProgramming experience in Python and/or JavaStrong understanding of algorithms, data structures and problem solving /li liLogical and structured approach to software development /li liInterest in enterprise or financial technology environments /li liUnderstanding of financial markets or systems is a plus /li liExposure to frontend or UI development is a plus /li liPrevious internship or relevant work experience is a plus /li /ul h3Application Process Timeline /h3 pYou can apply on LinkedIn, selected university platforms in Emilia‑Romagna, or our Careers Page. /p pProcess: /p ol liApplication /li liOnline Python technical assessment /li liVideo interviews (English and values) /li liFinal in-person assessment day in Ferrara /li /ol h3Start date /h3 pSeptember 2026 /p h3Programme duration /h3 p6 months (until March 2027) /p h3What is in it for you /h3 ul li 6-month paid graduate programme (September 2026 – March 2027) /li li €1,000 per month + meal vouchers (buoni pasto) /li li Full-time, on-site experience in our Ferrara office /li li Exposure to an international quantitative hedge fund /li li Work on real systems, infrastructure and production-level code /li li /ul /li /p