Software Engineer Python, Crypto

About Akuna:

Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm with a strong focus on collaborationcutting-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 Partnersfirst conceptualized Akuna in their hometown of Sydney. They opened the firms first office in 2011 in the heart of the derivatives industry and the options capital of the world Chicago. Today Akuna is proud tooperatefromadditionaloffices in Sydney ShanghaiLondon andSingapore.

Whatyoulldo asaSoftware Engineer-Python on theCryptoteamat Akuna:

We are seeking a Python Software Engineer to join our Crypto team focused on building andmaintainingthe core infrastructure that powers our 24/7 crypto trading operations. The role involves developing andmaintainingreliablehighly available real-time systems that integrate with crypto exchanges normalize market data reconcile positions and risk and support trader-facing applications used in production every day.

You will collaborate closely with traders and otherengineersto understand the evolving needs of the desk help shape operational workflows and advise on the design and implementation of scalable engineering solutions.In this role you willwork on:

• Data Pipelines: Real-time trade position and asset processing.
• Risk & Finance: P&L reconciliation and real-time risk calculations.
• Asset Management: Transfer optimization and automated inventory management across exchanges.
• Tooling: Trader-facing monitoring alerting and visualization tools.

Qualities that make great candidates:

• University degree in a technical field (Computer Science Math Physics Engineering) or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong production-level Python development skills (familiarity with C also a plus)
• Experience building distributed real-time or event-driven applications using technologies such as Kafka Docker and Linux-based infrastructure.
• Experience working with trading systems especially within the Crypto ecosystem
• Ability to work pragmatically in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly based on rapidly changing market conditions.
• 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 $145000. Exact compensation offered may vary based on many factors including but not limited to the candidates 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.