Akuna Capital Llc
Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm with a strong focus on collaboration, cutting-edge technology, data driven solutions, and automation. We specialize in providing liquidity as an options market-maker – meaning we are committed to providing competitive quotes that we are willing to both buy and sell. To do this successfully, we design and implement our own low latency technologies, trading strategies, and mathematical models.
Our Founding Partners first conceptualized Akuna in their hometown of Sydney. They opened the firm’s first office in 2011 in the heart of the derivatives industry and the options capital of the world – Chicago. Today, Akuna is proud to operate from additional offices in Sydney, Shanghai, London and Singapore.
What you’ll do as a Software Engineer at Akuna:
Akuna is looking for motivated self-starters to join our growing engineering team and contribute to the build-out of our proprietary options market-making trading platform. You will focus on analysis, design, implementation, testing and delivery of Akuna’s trading system using the latest technologies. Successful candidates will work closely with an industry-leading team of options Traders who participate fully in the design and ongoing enhancements to our proprietary trading platform. In this role, you will: Design and build mission-critical and complex trading systems Plan, design, and implement efficient, flexible, and resilient Linux services using modern C++ technologies Build software using Agile methodologies Participate in design sessions and code reviews Work on cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and solve complex problems Qualities that make great candidates:
3+ years of experience developing performant, scalable applications in modern C++ (and at least 2 years with C++ 20 or 23; template metaprogramming a plus) Experience with Linux and Python required Understanding of data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, multi-threading, and asynchronous execution Object-oriented design and programming experience Ability to take on projects and drive them through to completion in a timely manner Familiarity with trading and trading systems is a plus Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or equivalent The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the role In addition to technical skillsets, Akuna values the unique perspectives people can bring to the table to collaboratively solve complex problems and drive Akuna forward. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply. We welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps toward your future with us!
In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $130,000. Exact compensation offered may vary based on many factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and skill set. This role is also eligible for a discretionary performance bonus as part of the total compensation package and includes a comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits. The minimum base salary herein was determined in good faith by Akuna Capital LLC. Akuna is an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that innovation begins with inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, and afford equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. To ensure we comply with reporting requirements and to identify areas of improvement in our hiring process, we invite you to voluntarily share your demographic information. Any provided data will remain confidential, and will not be used in the hiring process or have any effect on your opportunity for employment.
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Akuna is looking for motivated self-starters to join our growing engineering team and contribute to the build-out of our proprietary options market-making trading platform. You will focus on analysis, design, implementation, testing and delivery of Akuna’s trading system using the latest technologies. Successful candidates will work closely with an industry-leading team of options Traders who participate fully in the design and ongoing enhancements to our proprietary trading platform. In this role, you will: Design and build mission-critical and complex trading systems Plan, design, and implement efficient, flexible, and resilient Linux services using modern C++ technologies Build software using Agile methodologies Participate in design sessions and code reviews Work on cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and solve complex problems Qualities that make great candidates:
3+ years of experience developing performant, scalable applications in modern C++ (and at least 2 years with C++ 20 or 23; template metaprogramming a plus) Experience with Linux and Python required Understanding of data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, multi-threading, and asynchronous execution Object-oriented design and programming experience Ability to take on projects and drive them through to completion in a timely manner Familiarity with trading and trading systems is a plus Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or equivalent The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the role In addition to technical skillsets, Akuna values the unique perspectives people can bring to the table to collaboratively solve complex problems and drive Akuna forward. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply. We welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps toward your future with us!
In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $130,000. Exact compensation offered may vary based on many factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and skill set. This role is also eligible for a discretionary performance bonus as part of the total compensation package and includes a comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits. The minimum base salary herein was determined in good faith by Akuna Capital LLC. Akuna is an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that innovation begins with inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, and afford equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. To ensure we comply with reporting requirements and to identify areas of improvement in our hiring process, we invite you to voluntarily share your demographic information. Any provided data will remain confidential, and will not be used in the hiring process or have any effect on your opportunity for employment.
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