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Software Engineer Intern - Full Stack Web, Summer 2027

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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, Singapore, and London.

What you’ll do as a Full Stack Web Software Engineer Intern on the User Interface team at Akuna:

We are seeking Web Software Engineer Interns to join the UI team for our 10-week Akunacademy summer internship program. You will work directly with Traders, Quants, and other Software Engineers to design, build, test, and maintain real-time trading applications. Each intern takes full ownership of their project, and at the end of the program, has the opportunity to present their work and accomplishments.

Our applications are the primary way Akuna’s market-makers interact with the financial markets, and their performance allows us to confidently provide liquidity in times of volatility. In this role you will:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop web applications using React, TypeScript, and Python
  • Implement sound and robust unit and integration tests to ensure the quality of our software
  • Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement technologies to maximize both user experience and development efficiency
  • Participate in Agile/Scrum development and shadow application support process

Requirements for this role:

  • Pursuing a Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in technical field – Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent
  • Graduating by August 2028
  • 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

Previous experience in finance or trading is not required. Many of our engineers joined Akuna with little-to-no prior knowledge of the markets, and we pride ourselves on our ability to onboard those new to the industry. Training and continuous education are provided for all engineers to ensure they can build the requisite technical and non-technical skillset for success.

Qualities that make great candidates:

  • Understanding of web programming languages (JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, HTML/CSS)
  • Familiarity with Linux and a command-line shell
  • Understanding of unit testing concepts and frameworks (e.g., pytest, Jest, Storybook)
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
  • Solid problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment
  • Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently

In addition to the above technical skills, Akuna values diversity of experience and perspective. We believe that engineers with varied backgrounds and interests allow us to approach problems from unique angles and to uncover innovative, optimal solutions. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply; we welcome your application, and we strongly encourage you to take the first steps in joining us in the future!

**Resumes must be submitted in PDF format.

By applying to this role, you are indicating this is your top preference and acknowledge you will not be considered for other Quant and/or Tech roles at Akuna this recruiting season. This acknowledgement does not limit applications to Trading roles - in addition to this role, you may apply to any Trader roles of interest.

We are an AI-friendly company and encourage employees to leverage AI in their daily work. However, AI assistance is not permitted during interviews or assessments. Our interview process is designed to evaluate your individual skills and judgment, and the use of AI tools will result in disqualification from the hiring process.

In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum annualized 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. The minimum base salary herein was determined in good faith by Akuna Capital LLC.

What this application asks

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First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV

  • What is your legal first name? (Please also ensure that you input your legal first name in the *first name* field above).
  • Do you have a preferred name, other than the name indicated above? If yes, please indicate that name below.
  • By submitting this application and answering “yes” below, I acknowledge that this role is my top preference and I will not be considered for other Tech and/or Quant roles at Akuna for this recruiting season. This acknowledgement does not limit applications to Trading roles - in addition to this role, you may apply to any Trader roles of interest. choose one
  • Which University do/did you attend? choose one
  • If you selected 'Other', please list your University: optional
  • What education level are you currently pursuing? choose one
  • Graduation Month choose one
  • Graduation Year choose one
  • If you are an undergraduate considering a master's degree following graduation, when is your potential master’s graduation date? choose one · optional
  • What is your GPA? choose one
  • To be considered for this role, you must have earned a high school diploma (or an equivalent degree). Please confirm the month and year that most accurately reflects your high school (or equivalent) graduation: choose one
  • Have you ever applied to a full time or internship position with Akuna in the past? choose one
  • Have you applied to this role at Akuna previously? choose one
  • How did you hear about this job? choose one
  • If you selected 'Other', please list how you heard about this job: written answer · optional
  • If you heard about Akuna through an Akuna employee, please list their name: optional
  • Do you have any offer deadlines that we should be aware of? choose one
  • If you have upcoming deadlines, please indicate which company and when the deadline is: written answer · optional
  • Do you have prior experience working at an options market making trading firm? choose one
  • If you have prior options market making firm experience, please list the firm and position held: written answer · optional
  • LinkedIn Profile optional
  • Disclaimer: Akuna Capital is a global company which wants to attract the highest quality talent. We will sponsor any qualified candidate for US work authorization if we are legally able; including, but not limited to, the following work-authorized classifications: TN, E-3, STEM OPT, H-1B, H1B1, and more. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Please respond to the questions below so we may confirm your employment eligibility. Employment with Akuna Capital is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment as required by U.S. immigration laws. If hired, are you legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States? choose one
  • Do you now, or will you in the future, require visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States (e.g. H-1B, TN, E-3)? choose one
  • If you answered “Yes” above to requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future for work authorization, please respond to the following questions. What is your current immigration status/basis of your current work authorization? choose one
  • If you have a current work authorization/status, when does it expire? (Please enter N/A if you do not require work authorization.)
  • If applicable, please list any extension options for your current work authorization status. (Please enter N/A if you do not require work authorization.)
  • Please provide additional detail about your sponsorship needs, current work authorization status, or eligibility for a work authorization status. (Please enter N/A if you do not require work authorization.)
  • Do you live in New York or California? choose one
  • We care about addressing everyone correctly. To help us get it right, please write out how your name is pronounced phonetically to share with the hiring team.
  • We care about addressing everyone correctly. Add your personal pronouns below to share with the hiring team. choose any
  • If you selected self-describe, please specify your pronouns. optional
  • I certify that all information I have provided in order to apply for this position with Akuna is true, complete, and accurate. I understand further that if any information provided by me is found to be false, misleading, or misrepresented in any respect, that will be sufficient cause to eliminate me from further consideration for employment or may result in my immediate termination, whenever it is discovered. choose one
  • I acknowledge that my resume must be submitted in PDF format to be considered. choose one

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