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Software Engineer - C++

Akuna Capital

From $130,000
Jan 2, 2026
Chicago, IL, US
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Akuna Capital is looking to solve the problem of providing liquidity as an options market-maker by designing and implementing low latency technologies, trading strategies, and mathematical models.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience developing performant, scalable applications in modern C++ (and at least 2 years with C++ 20 or 23; template metaprogramming a plus)
  • Experience with Linux and Python required
  • Understanding of data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, multi-threading, and asynchronous execution
  • Object-oriented design and programming experience
  • Familiarity with trading and trading systems is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Design and build mission-critical and complex trading systems
  • Plan, design, and implement efficient, flexible, and resilient Linux services using modern C++ technologies
  • Build software using Agile methodologies
  • Participate in design sessions and code reviews
  • Work on cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and solve complex problems

Other

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or equivalent
  • 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
  • Ability to take on projects and drive them through to completion in a timely manner