About the role
Join Akuna Capital:
At Akuna Capital, we are a pioneering trading firm dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and the application of advanced technology in the financial markets. As a leading options market maker, we excel at providing liquidity through competitive quotes and a commitment to automation and data-driven solutions. Our team is at the forefront of designing and implementing low-latency trading technologies, strategies, and mathematical models.
Founded by our visionary partners in Sydney, Akuna established its first office in Chicago in 2011, strategically positioned in the heart of the derivatives industry. Today, our global presence includes additional offices in Sydney, Shanghai, London, and Singapore.
Your Role:
As a Software Engineer on our Trading Strategies Team, you will play a crucial role in leveraging your expertise in low-latency trading. Collaborating closely with Traders and Researchers, your responsibilities will encompass the analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment of our cutting-edge trading strategies. Your objective will be to develop sophisticated software that utilizes extensive data to execute ultra-fast strategies, enabling us to seize market opportunities ahead of our competitors. Your key tasks will include:
- Leading the design, development, and deployment of trading strategies utilizing modern C++ technologies.
- Applying in-depth technical knowledge in areas such as parallel programming, trading systems, networking, and performance analysis.
