Software Engineer (Entry-Level) - Python
About the role
Pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. in a technical field (computer science/engineering, math, physics, or equivalent)
Graduating by August 2027
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
Responsibilities
Python software engineers at Akuna have the opportunity to join either our Post Trade Technology, Data Engineering, or Crypto teams, working alongside other software engineers and traders to design and implement elegant solutions to complex and interesting problems.
You'll use cutting-edge technology while working on high-performance systems that process and analyze large volumes of trading and market data.
We offer a team-based approach to trading and software engineering, believing that productive integration of the two groups is vital for success in this industry.
Akuna is looking for software engineers who are motivated and willing to reach for creative solutions when faced with novel problems.
We value innovation and hard work and want our engineers to make an impact on the firm.
Whether you are interested in trading infrastructure, algorithms, exchange gateways, or data capture and analysis, there's engaging work to be done.
Requirements
Pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. in a technical field (computer science/engineering, math, physics, or equivalent)
Graduating by August 2027
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
Qualifications
Strong programming skills in Object-Oriented Python Development
Demonstrated experience with distributed systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate with the trading team, obtain requirements, find solutions, and implement them in a clean and concise way
Ability to create an easily understood and testable codebase that can change as quickly as market conditions require
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, is an essential function of the role
Passion for innovation and building systems from the ground up
Adaptability in an ever-changing environment
Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently