Full-Time
Performance Engineer
Updated on 7/26/2024
Provides liquidity as options market maker
Entry
Chicago, IL, USA
Akuna Capital is a leading options market-maker that excels in the financial trading sector by utilizing cutting-edge technology and data-driven decision-making processes. With its commitment to rapid innovation and operating with its own capital, the company ensures a dynamic and agile work environment. Employees benefit from being part of a growth-focused company, engaging directly in shaping the future of high-frequency trading and experiencing ownership through shareholder opportunities.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
2011
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.