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Akuna Capital

Akuna Capital

Automated options market-maker using proprietary technology

Quantitative Finance
Data & Analytics
Fintech
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Company Overview
Akuna Capital stands out as a leading options market-maker, leveraging its proprietary low-latency technologies, trading strategies, and mathematical models to provide liquidity with competitive quotes. The firm's commitment to continuous growth is evident in its expansion into new markets and products, offering employees the unique opportunity to shape its future. With a strong culture of employee ownership and no external investors, Akuna Capital ensures a collaborative environment where decisions are data-driven and the focus is on sustainable growth.
Quantitative Finance
Data & Analytics
Fintech

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Founded

2011

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -7%

1 year growth

↓ -12%

2 year growth

↑ 4%
Benefits
  • Generous Paid Leave Policies - Vacation leave starting at 20 days per year that increases based on tenure, flexible sick leave, primary carer’s leave starting at 12 weeks, and volunteer time off.
  • Medical & Retirement Packages - 100% coverage of monthly premiums for employees enrolled in Akuna’s BlueCross BlueShield offerings and dental and vision plans, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Wellness & Inclusion - Our employees have access to complimentary fitness and mindfulness events both in-person and virtually, as well as an in-building gym in our Chicago office. Additionally, our employee-led Culture Committee works together to continue building a healthy, positive, and inclusive work environment.
  • Continuing Education - We are proud to offer firm-wide classes through our Akuna U program, access to webinars, digital books, and case studies via Safari, opportunities to attend conferences, and tuition reimbursements to make sure you keep learning!
  • Social Events - We host happy hours, team outings and poker nights, sponsor a variety of employee-led clubs and sports teams, and offer volunteer opportunities to all employees.
  • Kitchen & Games Room - Catch up over a coffee made to order by our in-house barista and grab a bite to eat in our stocked kitchen, or challenge a fellow coworker to a friendly ping pong match in our games room!
  • Referral Bonuses - We want to reward you for helping us grow our awesome, hard-working team.
Company Core Values
  • Rapid innovation through new technologies
  • Collaborative flow of knowledge
  • A thirst for individual growth and opportunity