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Akuna Capital About Akuna:
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. About Akuna:
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 Junior Trader at Akuna:
We are seeking bright, math-savvy, competitive, and ambitious Junior Traders with a strong desire to learn how to make markets in a rapidly growing trading firm. Akuna gives new Traders the opportunity to learn from the most successful members of our Trading team and apply their knowledge quickly. The ideal candidate will be a motivated individual with a desire to compete in the marketplace and make an immediate impact at a growing firm.
As a Junior Trader, we'll teach you how to leverage our proprietary technology while implementing a variety of trading strategies and ideas, so you can get on the trading screens and make an impact on the bottom line of the firm. The ideal candidate displays strong mental math and excellent communications skills and is interested in being a part of a fast-paced and collaborative team environment.
After training, candidates will start with one of the following teams:
Options Market Making (and all the various desks) Delta One Vol Arb Crypto Quantitative Strategy Group
Qualities that make great candidates:
BS/MS/PhD degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science or a related/equivalent field must be completed upon employment Strong math aptitude, numerical and quantitative analysis skills The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently while fostering external professional relationships 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 Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced and competitive team environment Desire to learn about financial markets and economic theories Programming experience preferred Major GPA of 3.5 or above Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required on the first day of employment including F-1 students using OPT or STEM
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!
This role is not for immediate hire - the next available start date is August 2026*
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, in addition to the benefits listed here: https://akunacapital.com/our-culture#benefits.The minimum base salary herein was determined in good faith by Akuna Capital LLC. Seniority level
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Junior Trader
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Akuna Capital Join to apply for the
Junior Trader
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Akuna Capital About Akuna:
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. About Akuna:
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 Junior Trader at Akuna:
We are seeking bright, math-savvy, competitive, and ambitious Junior Traders with a strong desire to learn how to make markets in a rapidly growing trading firm. Akuna gives new Traders the opportunity to learn from the most successful members of our Trading team and apply their knowledge quickly. The ideal candidate will be a motivated individual with a desire to compete in the marketplace and make an immediate impact at a growing firm.
As a Junior Trader, we'll teach you how to leverage our proprietary technology while implementing a variety of trading strategies and ideas, so you can get on the trading screens and make an impact on the bottom line of the firm. The ideal candidate displays strong mental math and excellent communications skills and is interested in being a part of a fast-paced and collaborative team environment.
After training, candidates will start with one of the following teams:
Options Market Making (and all the various desks) Delta One Vol Arb Crypto Quantitative Strategy Group
Qualities that make great candidates:
BS/MS/PhD degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science or a related/equivalent field must be completed upon employment Strong math aptitude, numerical and quantitative analysis skills The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently while fostering external professional relationships 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 Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced and competitive team environment Desire to learn about financial markets and economic theories Programming experience preferred Major GPA of 3.5 or above Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required on the first day of employment including F-1 students using OPT or STEM
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!
This role is not for immediate hire - the next available start date is August 2026*
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, in addition to the benefits listed here: https://akunacapital.com/our-culture#benefits.The minimum base salary herein was determined in good faith by Akuna Capital LLC. Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Finance and Sales Industries Capital Markets Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Akuna Capital by 2x Get notified about new Junior Trader jobs in
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Chicago, IL $125,000.00-$135,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $110,000.00-$125,000.00 1 month ago Greater Chicago Area $130,000.00-$170,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$120,000.00 4 weeks ago Chicago, IL $110,000.00-$130,000.00 2 weeks ago Oak Brook, IL $70,000.00-$110,000.00 3 weeks ago Asset & Wealth Management, Multi-Asset Solutions, Trading & Risk Solutions, Analyst
Chicago, IL $70,000.00-$125,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$115,000.00 6 days ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$150,000.00 3 weeks ago Rosemont, IL $65,000.00-$75,000.00 3 weeks ago Chicago, IL $85,000.00-$100,000.00 4 weeks ago Chicago, IL $72,000.00-$115,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $68,000.00-$98,220.00 2 days ago Oak Brook, IL $90,000.00-$130,000.00 1 month ago Investment Banking Analyst - Technology (Chicago)
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