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 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!

Please note that level/title, as well as team placement, will be determined upon the conclusion of the interview process. If you are a current student or recent graduate, please take a look at our Entry Level and Intern positions. 

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $145,000. 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.

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 Quantitative Researcher at Akuna:

Akuna’s Trading and Research teams are seeking Quant Researchers to join a multidisciplinary group of mathematicians, statisticians, technologists and traders. These teams drive the development of trading strategies and predictive models by combining quantitative rigor with deep expertise in financial markets. 

We are looking for talented researchers who can apply and develop machine learning algorithms to contribute to Akuna’s strategy portfolio. In this role, you will: 

• Develop trading strategies using statistical and machine learning algorithms
• Drive improvements in predictive models through rigorous signal and feature research
• Design and optimize machine learning workflows to support scalable, efficient, and reproducible research
• Bring a results-driven mindset paired with strong collaboration and communication skills. 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• 3+ years of strong professional work experience in statistics, machine learning or related area
• BS/MS/PhD degree in a technical field – Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or similar
• Proven research background in academic or professional environment
• Programming experience in Python or C++
• Expertise in statistics and machine learning
• Financial experience or knowledge of trading is a plus
• 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 all groups to feel empowered to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification. We welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps toward your future with us! 

Please note that level/title, as well as team placement, will be determined upon the conclusion of the interview process. If you are a current student or recent graduate, please take a look at our Entry Level and Intern positions. 

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $145,000. 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.

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 Performance Engineer at Akuna:

We are seeking to grow our Performance Engineering Team, which is focused on a rigorous and holistic approach to improving software, hardware, and strategy performance. This team is responsible for maintaining and increasing our competitiveness at the various exchanges Akuna does business with around the globe. As a member of this multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for investigating new opportunities for optimizations and bringing these ideas to fruition. This can be achieved through software optimizations, analysis of hardware, orchestration of physical installations, analysis of exchange specific protocols, or building tools for gauging Akuna’s performance. In this role, you will:

• Contribute to the design and implementation of our trading engine by increasing its performance with projects such as benchmarking systems, evaluating new devices, latency, and throughput analysis
• Develop tools and applications for benchmarking new devices and software
• Assist with performance troubleshooting and identify key opportunities for improvement
• Use a data driven approach to collaborate with relevant Trading, Quant, and Technology teams to expand and improve our systems, footprint, and latency across different strategies and exchanges
• Review and analyze how we leverage our proprietary systems, identifying potential bottlenecks and considering how we can improve our technology stack to better our trading success

Qualities that make great candidates:

• BS/MS/PhD in technical field - Computer Science, Math, Physics, Engineering
• Strong C++ or Python programming background with demonstrated experience developing performant, scalable applications
• Experience analyzing and tuning operating systems, compilers, networking, IO subsystems, or accelerators
• Exposure to statistical and experimental methods and tools for testing performance
• Highly collaborative in nature - excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on cross-functional teams including Trading, Development, IT, and Quant
• 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 $145,000. 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.

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 will do as a Systems Engineer at Akuna: 

We are looking for a versatile and driven Systems Engineer to join our Engineering team in building a best-in-class trading infrastructure. In this role, you’ll tackle complex, large-scale technical challenges and play a key role in the architecture and design of low latency platforms, building automated deployments and tooling, and optimizing and maintaining of our high-performance global trading environment. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, proactive, and able to take ownership of projects and problems with minimal oversight. In this role, you will: 

• Analyze complex technical problems and collaborate on designing solutions for Akuna’s global Infrastructure platform
• Drive projects and solutions to completion in a fast-paced environment
• Design, develop and maintain orchestration and configuration solutions
• Collaborate with developers and other infrastructure engineers to research new products and techniques that drive innovation and improve efficiency and performance in the environment
• Architect and maintain multi-vendor, tier-based storage solutions
• Build out a test automation framework for systems performance testing and tuning
• Create and institute process enforcement across environments
• Create tools that assist teams to optimize the available infrastructure
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides
• Lead knowledge transfer sessions and mentor team members to ensure continuity and operational excellence
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance, security, and reliability 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• 3+ years of systems engineering experience 
• Deep understanding of virtualization and containerization technologies
• Extensive experience with a variety of Linux distributions (RedHat, Ubuntu, etc.)
• Deep understanding of system monitoring and configuration management tools (Ansible, Foreman, Prometheus and Icinga/Nagios)
• Proficiency in scripting and using automation and orchestration tools such as Python and Bash
• Expertise in troubleshooting multicast and TCP related performance issues
• Experience automating daily software and hardware related tasks
• Demonstrated ability to lead large technical projects
• Experience with automating infrastructure builds, such as Preseed, NetBoot, Anaconda, Kickstart and Ansible customization
• Familiarity with git or a similar version control tool

 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 $120,000. 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.

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 an SPX Floor Trader at Akuna:

We are seeking a Floor Trader to join Akuna’s Equity Indices team in the SPX pit on the CBOE floor. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual interested in supporting our team coverage and competing in the marketplace. Candidates must possess working relationships inside of and strong familiarity with the S&P500 complex of options.

As a part of Akuna’s SPX team, you will make markets on options for brokers using our proprietary pricing and execution software custom-designed for use on your trading tablet. Whether being first to make a market or removing liquidity on a resting order, the opportunities you identify and execute on in the marketplace will be immediately represented in the team’s P&L. You will be entrenched in a collaborative and comprehensive team environment where you will have the opportunity to learn our systems and trading style from some of our most experienced traders. Your previous experience will be expected to provide value from day one even as you adapt to your new role.

Qualities that make great candidates:

• 2+ years of experience market making options on the CBOE floor
• SPX pit experience in the last 18 months required 
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Strong mathematical aptitude giving the ability to maximize trading opportunities in a high-pressure environment
• Effective and efficient communication and superior interpersonal skills
• Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
• BS/MS in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, 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 $145,000. 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.

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 Quantitative Researcher at Akuna: 

Akuna's Prediction Markets team is looking to add a Junior Quantitative Researcher focused on sports related contracts. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing Akuna’s sports pricing capabilities, working closely with development and trading teams to refine and deploy these models alongside our strategies. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on an exciting new desk at Akuna. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming and analytical skills, a creative mindset, and a passion for sports. In this role you will:   

• Design and develop data capture pipelines to enable the pricing of a variety of sports contracts (match outcomes, player props, in-game events)
• Develop and calibrate pricing models using historical data in service of in-play quoting of sports contracts.
• Build and maintain internal tooling to facilitate all aspects of the research pipeline
• Work closely with trading and development to deploy models into production trading strategies, bridging the gap from research to production with an ownership mentality 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in a technical field, such as Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics (or a related subject)
• Proficient programming skills in Python (C++ is a plus)
• Deep understanding of fields such as Linear Algebra, Numerical Methods, Statistics, Optimization, and Machine Learning
• Strong interest in sports and quantitative modeling. 

We are especially interested in high agency individuals who are keenly interested in sports and prediction markets. Previous experience at a trading firm is valued but not necessary. If you have a strong quantitative background, have been working on personal projects trading Kalshi or Polymarket, and you want the opportunity to grow at a company with deep trading expertise, we want to hear from you! 

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 $145,000. 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.

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 Compliance Analyst at Akuna: 

Akuna is looking for a Junior Compliance Analyst to join its team. This person will assist and support the Compliance team in ensuring Akuna meets its regulatory obligations. Well qualified candidates will have a general understanding of options and futures products, equities, and cryptocurrency, possess strong analytical skills, have a strong attention to detail, and willingness to engage and effectively communicate with the Trading team. In this role, you will: 

• Monitor surveillance systems daily to detect potential market manipulation, spoofing, wash trading, and other abusive trading practices
• Conduct daily reviews of trading activity, alert escalations, and flagged patterns
• Investigate suspicious trading behavior and prepare detailed investigative reports 
• Support regulatory examinations and audit requests
• Document compliance procedures and maintain policy and procedure updates
• Manage form filings, securities registration/licensing, and SRO Exchange registration through the FINRA Web CRD portal (Form BD, U4, U5)
• Manage the Firm’s outside brokerage account process, including insider trading and anti-money laundering reviews 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience
• Series 57 preferred, but not required (willingness to take and pass within 90 days of hire)
• Knowledge of trading markets, various asset classes and products
• Ability to apply rule-based analysis to trading activity
• Able to work on multiple projects and assignments at the same time and prioritize appropriately
• High standard of accuracy and excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency in Excel required; familiarity with SQL or data analysis tools is a plus 
• Experience with FINRA, SEC, and/or CFTC regulations preferred

Please note the expectation for this role is to work onsite in our Chicago office on a hybrid basis - 4 days per week in the office during your first 90 days, and 3 days per week thereafter.

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 all groups to feel empowered to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification. 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 $75,000. 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.

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 Network Engineer at Akuna:     

We are seeking a Network Engineer III to join Akuna’s innovative and growing IT Infrastructure team. The ideal candidate is likely to have a strong background in low-latency IP networking and will play a key role in maintaining and optimizing our global trading infrastructure. This role requires both technical depth and independent decision-making — you will often serve as the sole network resource during core job hours, ensuring the stability and performance of our critical trading systems. Candidates must be self-motivated, demonstrate excellent multitasking skills, and should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art electronic trading environment. Candidates must posses an active CCNP certification and have the desire to one day achieve CCIE certification. In this role, you will:  

• Collaborate with our Trading, IT Infrastructure, and Development teams to configure and troubleshoot the network infrastructure 
• Provide day-to-day support of network and application environments, including port configuration and cabling 
• Provide evening and weekend support and maintenance, and travel to data centers as required 
• Work closely with other infrastructure engineers to evaluate current and new technology and improve all aspects of our infrastructure 
• Work together with senior team members to analyze business requirements, and design, implement, and manage an effective (WAN/LAN) network that supports our current domestic and global trading platform 
• Work with network providers to ensure that the trading infrastructure remains stable, competitive, and cost-effective 
• Document and focus on automation of all day-to-day operations
• 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 

Qualities that make great candidates:  

• 3–5 years of professional experience in IP networking, ideally with exposure to low-latency environments (trading, financial services, or similar)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Network Design, or a related field 
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and multicast routing (IGMP, PIM, BiDir, MSDP) is required  
• Hands-on experience with networking equipment from one or more vendors (Cisco, Arista, or Juniper)
• Solid understanding of switching fundamentals including VLANs, STP, and trunking
• Experience with firewalls, ACLs, and VPNs
• Experience performing network traffic and protocol analysis using standard industry tools (Wireshark, tcpdump) 
• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix systems
• Active CCNP certification required, and desire to achieve CCIE certification is highly encouraged
• Scripting language (such as Python) experience  

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 all groups to feel empowered to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification. 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 $140,000. 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.

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 Broker Trader at Akuna:  

We are seeking an experienced Broker Trader to join our SnP desk at Akuna Capital. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual interested in supporting our team expand coverage and compete in the marketplace. Candidates must possess working relationships inside of and strong familiarity with the options space.  

As a part of Akuna’s team, you will make markets on options for brokers and banks through chat and voice platforms.  Whether making a ‘first show’ market for an inter-dealer broker or executing against an order on the trading floor, the opportunities you identify in the marketplace will be immediately represented in the team’s P&L.  You will be entrenched in a collaborative and comprehensive team environment where you will have the opportunity to learn our systems and trading style from some of our most experienced traders.  Your previous experience will be expected to provide value from day one even as you adapt to your new role. 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• 2+ years of options market making experience in equities/index
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Strong mathematical aptitude giving the ability to maximize trading opportunities in a high-pressure environment
• Effective and efficient communication and superior interpersonal skills
• Capable of developing and maintaining strong working business relationships
• Ability to work alongside and communicate with screen traders
• Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
• Existing business relationships with inter-dealer, floor or direct counterparty brokers and paper flow
• The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions is an essential function 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 $145,000. 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.

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 Broker Trader at Akuna:

We are seeking an experienced Broker Trader to join our growing team at Akuna Capital. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual interested in supporting our team expand coverage and compete in the marketplace. Candidates must possess working relationships inside of and strong familiarity with the options space. 

As a part of Akuna’s team, you will make markets on options for brokers and banks through chat and voice platforms. Whether making a ‘first show’ market for an inter-dealer broker or executing against an order on the trading floor, the opportunities you identify in the marketplace will be immediately represented in the team’s P&L. You will be entrenched in a collaborative and comprehensive team environment where you will have the opportunity to learn our systems and trading style from some of our most experienced traders. Your previous experience will be expected to provide value from day one even as you adapt to your new role.

Qualities that make great candidates:

• 2+ years of options market making experience
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Strong mathematical aptitude giving the ability to maximize trading opportunities in a high-pressure environment
• Effective and efficient communication and superior interpersonal skills
• Capable of developing and maintaining strong working business relationships
• Ability to work alongside and communicate with screen traders
• Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
• VBA or Python programming skills are a plus, but not required
• Existing business relationships with inter-dealer, floor or direct counterparty brokers and paper flow
  
• 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 $145,000. 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.

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 Quantitative Strategist at Akuna: 

Akuna's Quantitative Trading and Research team is looking to add Quant Strategists to a team of mathematicians, statisticians and technologists. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing and enhancing our trading strategies by leveraging quantitative expertise and a deep understanding of financial markets. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on our trading decisions and overall performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills, a creative mindset, and a passion for the intricacies of financial markets. In this role you will: 

• Design and develop production code for trading strategies, including pricing models, execution logic, and performance optimization while collaborating closely with researchers, traders, and system engineers.
• Analyze and incorporate market signals into our trading systems to enhance decision-making and performance outcomes.
• Advance our existing codebase by proposing new solutions, optimizations, and improvements that align with trading goals.
• Participate in the rapid prototyping of cutting-edge trading solutions driven by quantitative analysis and market research.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and developments in financial markets to inform strategy adjustments and innovations.
• Respond quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, solving mathematical and coding challenges as they arise.
• Engage in ongoing learning and development to deepen understanding of financial markets and enhance strategic initiatives. 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in a technical field, such as Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics (or a related subject), with degree completion required upon employment. 
• 3+ years of experience in a quantitative or programming role, preferably within the finance or trading sectors.
• Proficient programming skills in Python (C++ is a plus) 
• Desire and ability to learn the complexities of financial markets and trading mechanisms.
• Deep understanding of fields such as Linear Algebra, Numerical Methods, Statistics, Optimization, Signal Processing, Computer Architecture, Machine Learning, and Heterogeneous/High-Performance Computing.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to react quickly and effectively to rapidly changing market conditions.
• Strong interest in financial markets and trading is highly valued.
• 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 $145,000. 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.

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 an Options Trader at Akuna:

We are seeking experienced Options Traders to join our dynamic team at Akuna Capital. The ideal candidate will be a motivated individual with a desire to make an immediate impact at a growing firm. Akuna gives all new Traders the opportunity to learn from the most successful members of our trading team and apply their previously gained knowledge and experience quickly. In this role, you will:  

• Profitably manage a derivatives portfolio and be responsible for dynamically managing risk to ensure portfolio is under prescribed risk limits 
• Work with our technology and quant teams to ensure existing algorithms are functioning properly 
• Analyze data to optimize parameters 
• Introduce improvements to our algorithms to best provide liquidity 

Qualities that make great candidates:

• 0-1+ years of market making experience (responsibility for PnL and risk)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science or a related/equivalent field
• Strong math aptitude, numerical, and quantitative analysis skills
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Passionate about problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever changing market 
• The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently while fostering external professional relationships
• Detail-oriented 
• 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 $145,000. 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.

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 Software Engineer on the Data Engineering team at Akuna:

We are a data-driven organization, leveraging our data as a key competitive advantage essential to our success. The Akuna Data Engineering team is composed of world-class talent responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the systems, applications, and infrastructure needed to collect, store, process, manage, and query Akuna’s data assets. The Akuna Data Engineering team plays a crucial role in ensuring that trustworthy data is available, reliable, and accessible to support various data-driven initiatives within Akuna’s Quant, Trading, and Business Operations business units.   

In this role, you will:

• Work within a growing Data Engineering division supporting the strategic role of data at Akuna
• Drive the ongoing design and expansion of our data platform across a wide variety of data sources, supporting an array of streaming, operational and research workflows
• Work closely with Trading, Quant, Technology & Business Operations teams throughout the firm to identify how data is produced and consumed, helping to define and deliver high impact projects
• Build and deploy batch and streaming pipelines to collect and transform our rapidly growing Big Data set within our hybrid cloud architecture utilizing Kubernetes/EKS, Kafka/MSK and Databricks/Spark.
• Mentor junior engineers in software and data engineering best practices
• Produce clean, well-tested, and documented code with a clear design to support mission critical applications
• Build automated data validation test suites that ensure that data is processed and published in accordance with well-defined Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) pertaining to data quality, data availability and data correctness
• Challenge the status quo and help push our organization forward, as we grow beyond the limits of our current tech stack

Qualities that make great candidates:

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Math, or equivalent technical field
• 5+ years of professional experience developing software applications
• Java/Scala experience required – Python experience a significant plus
• Highly motivated and willing to take ownership of high-impact projects upon arrival
• Prior hands-on experience with data platforms and technologies such as Delta Lake, Spark, Kubernetes, Kafka, ClickHouse, and/or Presto/Trino
• Experience building large-scale batch and streaming pipelines with strict SLA and data quality requirements
• Must possess excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse data sets and frameworks across multiple domains – financial data experience not required, but a strong plus
• Recent hands-on experience with AWS Cloud development, deployment and monitoring necessary
• Demonstrated experience working on an Agile team employing software engineering best practices, such as GitOps and CI/CD, to deliver complex software projects
• 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

Please note that level/title will be determined upon the conclusion of the interview process. If you are a current student or recent graduate, please take a look at our Entry Level and Intern positions.

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 $145,000. 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.

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 Compensation & Benefits Coordinator at Akuna:   

Akuna is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Compensation & Benefits Coordinator to assist in managing Akuna’s benefits offerings and compensation. Well-qualified candidates will have a foundational understanding of benefits programs, payroll administration, and broader HR policies & processes. The ideal candidate will be collaborative and professional, demonstrating strong communication skills and exercising appropriate discretion in all duties. You will also proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance employee experience. In this role, you will:   

• Provide ongoing support to the Compensation & Benefits Specialist and broader HR Team 
• Assist with the administration of US employee benefits and retirement programs, including enrollments, changes, and vendor coordination  
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to pay, benefits, and 401(k), including plan provisions, enrollments, and life event changes
• Coordinate new hire onboarding activities related to benefits and compensation, including enrollments and benefits orientation
• Support open enrollment activities, including employee education, system setup, and communications
• Assist with benefits renewals, benchmarking, and annual employee benefits survey
• Continuously identify and implement improvements to benefits and payroll processes & systems
• Contribute to employee engagement and wellness initiatives, policy updates, and programming
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee pay and benefits data within HRIS systems
• Develop and distribute employee communications, including monthly benefit highlights
• Provide independent backup support for US and Canada payroll processing as needed
• Facilitate employee leave of absence processes (e.g. parental leave, FMLA, sabbaticals), ensuring compliance and proper documentation
• Support compliance and reporting requirements, including EEO reporting, ACA reporting, 401(k) audits, and non-discrimination testing
• Partner with brokers and benefits providers to resolve issues related to benefits administration and enrollment
• Partner with Benefits & Compensation Specialist to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations related to payroll, benefits, leave, and tax obligations
• Process and track miscellaneous leave such as comp time, jury duty, etc.
• Review and approve employee expense submissions related to benefits programs
• Prepare and manage recurring and ad hoc reporting
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive employee data 

Qualities that make great candidates:   

• 1-2 years of prior Human Resources experience, ideally in benefits and/or payroll administration
• Bachelor’s Degree  
• Working knowledge of core HR processes, policies, and legal/compliance requirement; SHRM or PHR certification is a plus 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-focused mindset when handling sensitive or complex employee inquiries
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate are must-haves 
• Self-starter with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and effectively manage time in a fast-paced environment
• High level of professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information
• Proactive problem-solver capable of identifying issues and generating solutions
• Ability to work independently while also being a team player with a can-do attitude
• Fluent in working with data, numbers, and reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel
• Experience with HR systems, such as Namely and ADP, is a plus  

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 $60,000. 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. 

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 Network Engineer at Akuna:    

We are seeking a Network Engineer to join Akuna’s innovative and growing IT Infrastructure team. The ideal candidate is likely to have received a college degree with a focus in network design, or equivalent experience. Candidates must be self-motivated, demonstrate excellent multitasking skills, and should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art electronic trading environment. In this role, you will: 

• Collaborate with our Trading, IT Infrastructure, and Development teams to configure and troubleshoot the network infrastructure
• Provide day-to-day support of network and application environments, including port configuration and cabling
• Provide evening and weekend support and maintenance, and travel to data centers as required
• Work closely with other infrastructure engineers to evaluate current and new technology and improve all aspects of our infrastructure
• Work together with senior team members to analyze business requirements, and design, implement, and manage an effective (WAN/LAN) network that supports our current domestic and global trading platform
• Work with network providers to ensure that the trading infrastructure remains stable, competitive, and cost-effective
• Document and focus on automation of all day-to-day operations 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• 2 – 3 years of network engineering experience in a professional environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• Understanding of TCP/IP and the OSI stack
• Understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)
• Some experience working with either Juniper, Arista or Cisco
• Understanding of switching, firewalls, STP, VLANs, VPNs, Trunks, ACLs, multicast routing (IGMP, PIM)
• Familiarity dealing with multiple vendors
• Experience performing network traffic and protocol analysis using standard industry tools (Wireshark, tcpdump)
• Basic understanding of Linux/Unix
• Desire to obtain a CCNA or CCNP
• Scripting language (such as Python) experience 

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 all groups to feel empowered to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification. 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 $110,000. 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.

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 Project Manager at Akuna: 

The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects at once, driving timelines, motivating our teams, and achieving project execution. This person will have no problem diving in headfirst and holding employees accountable to their commitments, responsibilities, and deadlines. A technical background, or the ability to communicate effectively with technical team members, will be imperative in understanding the mechanics of putting projects together. In this role, you will: 

• Ask insightful and targeted questions to determine project scope, goals, timelines, resourcing needs, and deliverables
• Proactively identify potential risks and challenges ahead of time to keep projects on track and prevent unforeseen obstacles
• Make teams more efficient by streamlining workflows and enabling engineers to focus on execution
• Coordinate and schedule necessary project-level meetings and other activities to promote active and productive communication amongst project teams, stakeholders, and management
• Work with technology managers to automate and streamline existing processes and future initiatives
• Communicate and present project and program status to multiple departments, including senior executives and shareholders
• Facilitate and drive strategic goal-setting initiatives using OKRs
• Develop and enforce Akuna’s project procedures and rules on multiple projects
• Establish and maintain relationships with the Trading, Operations, and Engineering teams 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• 4+ years of professional project or program management experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or similar
• Familiarity with Jira is required; experience with other Atlassian tools like Confluence is a plus
• Background in software development, IT, and/or finance is a plus
• Familiarity with Agile development
• Experience establishing and tracking OKRs that drive performance, with the ability to coach teams on defining measurable outcomes
• Outstanding organizational skills, close attention to detail and the ability to multitask are must haves
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to set clear and realistic goals
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing business requirements, manage conflicting priorities, and respond well to a fast-paced work environment
• Experience creating and refining processes rather than just following them 

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 $120,000. 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 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 Quantitative Researcher at Akuna: 

Akuna's Prediction Markets team is looking to add a Quantitative Researcher focused on sports related contracts. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing Akuna’s sports pricing capabilities, working closely with development and trading teams to refine and deploy these models alongside our strategies. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on an exciting new desk at Akuna. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming and analytical skills, a creative mindset, and a passion for sports. In this role you will:   

• Design and develop data capture pipelines to enable the pricing of a variety of sports contracts (match outcomes, player props, in-game events)
• Develop and calibrate pricing models using historical data in service of in-play quoting of sports contracts.
• Build and maintain internal tooling to facilitate all aspects of the research pipeline
• Work closely with trading and development to deploy models into production trading strategies, bridging the gap from research to production with an ownership mentality 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in a technical field, such as Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics (or a related subject)
• Proficient programming skills in Python (C++ is a plus)
• 2+ years of experience in a quantitative or programming role, preferably within the trading sector.
• Deep understanding of fields such as Linear Algebra, Numerical Methods, Statistics, Optimization, and Machine Learning
• Strong interest in sports and quantitative modeling. 

We are especially interested in high agency individuals who have practical experience in financial markets and see the recent rise in prediction markets as an opportunity to ply their trade to a new domain they find more dynamic and exciting: sports. If you are a working quant and a sports data nerd, we want to hear from you! 

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 $145,000. 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.

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 will do as a Senior Systems Engineer at Akuna: 

We are looking for a versatile and driven Senior Systems Engineer to join our Engineering team in building a best-in-class trading infrastructure. In this role, you’ll tackle complex, large-scale technical challenges and play a key role in the architecture and design of low latency platforms, building automated deployments and tooling, and optimizing and maintaining of our high-performance global trading environment. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, proactive, and able to take ownership of projects and problems with minimal oversight. In this role, you will: 

• Analyze complex technical problems and collaborate on designing solutions for Akuna’s global Infrastructure platform 
• Drive projects and solutions to completion in a fast-paced environment 
• Design, develop and maintain orchestration and configuration solutions 
• Collaborate with developers and other infrastructure engineers to research new products and techniques that drive innovation and improve efficiency and performance in the environment 
• Architect and maintain multi-vendor, tier-based storage solutions 
• Build out a test automation framework for systems performance testing and tuning 
• Create and institute process enforcement across environments 
• Create tools that assist teams to optimize the available infrastructure 
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides 
• Lead knowledge transfer sessions and mentor team members to ensure continuity and operational excellence 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance, security, and reliability 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field 
• 5-7 years of systems engineering experience (trading industry experience a strong plus) 
• Advanced Linux knowledge including, but not limited to, kernel bypass, kernel tuning, and customizing kernels 
• Deep understanding of virtualization and containerization technologies 
• Extensive experience with a variety of Linux distributions (RedHat, Ubuntu, etc.) 
• Deep understanding of system monitoring and configuration management tools (Ansible, Foreman, Prometheus and Icinga/Nagios) 
• Proficiency in scripting and using automation and orchestration tools such as Python and Bash 
• Expertise in troubleshooting multicast and TCP related performance issues 
• Experience automating daily software and hardware related tasks 
• Demonstrated ability to lead large technical projects 
• Experience with automating infrastructure builds, such as Preseed, NetBoot, Anaconda, Kickstart and Ansible customization 
• Familiarity with git or a similar version control tool 
• Working knowledge of database systems, including PostgreSQL and MySQL 
• Familiarity with Windows environments is a plus  
• Experience working with SOAP and REST APIs a plus 
• 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 $145,000. 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.

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 Tech Sneak Peek Week Participant:  

At Akuna Capital, we believe that innovation begins with inclusion – we are committed to providing access to women and our industry’s other underrepresented groups. This August, we are excited to offer an immersive, week-long seminar designed to highlight the exciting world of software engineering and cutting-edge technology in our Chicago headquarters. Through this program, we aim to bring together applicants who promote inclusion and diversity in the workforce, champion underrepresented talent, and are interested in receiving an inside “sneak peek” of life as a software engineer in the options market-making industry. 

As a participant of our Sneak Peek Week from June 1st - 5th, 2026, you’ll dive into the world of technology and market-making, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced and innovative environment. Throughout the week, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with various engineering teams to gain an in-depth understanding of Akuna’s systems architecture. Does using cutting-edge technology while working on high performance/low latency systems sound like fun? Would you like to work alongside our trading and software teams to design and implement elegant solutions to complex and interesting problems? If your answer is yes, Sneak Peek Week is right for you!  

 Additional program perks:  

• AkunaU lectures from the firm’s leaders  
• Roundtable networking sessions with women of Akuna  
• Events dedicated to showcasing our firm and the beauty of summertime in Chicago  
• Transportation and accommodation provided by Akuna   
• Competitive stipend

 Qualities that make great candidates:  

• Proficient in modern C++ programming 
• Graduating between December 2026 – June 2027
• Pursuing a BS/MS/PhD in a technical field – Computer Science/Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related/equivalent field  
• Able to attend the program in person at Akuna’s Chicago headquarters (June 1st - 5th) 
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to quickly solve nuanced technical problems and to effectively verify those solutions 
• Passion for innovation and building systems from the ground up 
• Ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment 
• Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently 
• 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!

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the total pay for this one-week program is $2,250. The total pay herein was determined in good faith by Akuna Capital LLC.