About the job
About Akuna Capital:
Akuna Capital is a forward-thinking trading firm dedicated to fostering teamwork, harnessing advanced technology, and leveraging data-driven solutions and automation. We excel in providing liquidity as a prominent options market-maker, committed to delivering competitive quotes for buying and selling. Our success is driven by the innovative design and implementation of our proprietary low-latency technologies, trading strategies, and sophisticated mathematical models.
Founded in Sydney by our visionary partners, Akuna established its first office in 2011 in Chicago, the epicenter of the derivatives industry and the global options capital. Today, we proudly operate additional offices in Sydney, Shanghai, London, and Singapore.
Your Role as an SPX Floor Trader:
We are looking for a motivated Floor Trader to join Akuna’s Equity Indices team in the SPX pit at the CBOE. The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting team initiatives and thriving in a competitive marketplace. Strong connections and in-depth knowledge of the S&P 500 options complex are essential.
As part of our SPX team, you will actively make markets on options for brokers using our proprietary pricing and execution software, expertly designed for your trading tablet. You will have the chance to identify and capitalize on market opportunities, directly impacting the team’s P&L. This role offers a collaborative environment where you will learn from our seasoned traders, ensuring that your prior experience adds value from day one.

