Software Engineer Intern - C# .NET Desktop, Summer

Software Engineer Intern - C# .NET Desktop, Summer 2027

Chicago

Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm with a strong focus on collaboration, cutting‑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 partners first conceptualized Akuna in their hometown of Sydney. They opened the firm’s first office in 2011 in the heart of the derivatives industry and the options capital of the world – Chicago. Today, Akuna is proud to operate from additional offices in Sydney, Shanghai, Singapore, and London.

Akuna is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to join the UI team for our 10‑week Akuna Academy summer internship program. You will work directly with Traders, Quants, and other Software Engineers to design, build, test, and maintain real‑time trading applications. Each intern takes full ownership of their project, and at the end of the program, has the opportunity to present their work and accomplishments.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design and develop Windows desktop applications written in C# .NET and Win Forms/WPF
• Implement sound and robust unit and integration tests to ensure the quality of our software
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement technologies to maximize both user experience and development efficiency
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development and shadow application support process

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s, master’s, or Ph.D. in a technical field – Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent
• Graduating by August 2028
• 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

• Understanding of .NET Framework and C# programming language
• Familiarity with Win Forms or WPF applications is a plus
• Familiarity with object‑oriented programming and design patterns
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Understanding of unit testing concepts and frameworks (e.g. NUnit)
• Solid problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment

Pre‑existing experience in finance or trading is not required. Many of our engineers joined Akuna with little to no prior knowledge of the markets, and we pride ourselves on our ability to onboard those new to the industry. Training and continuous education are provided for all engineers to ensure they can build the requisite technical and non‑technical skillset for success.

In addition to the above technical skills, Akuna values diversity of experience and perspective. We believe that engineers with varied backgrounds and interests allow us to approach problems from unique angles and to uncover innovative, optimal solutions. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply; we welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps in joining us in the future.

* Resumes must be submitted in PDF format.

We will sponsor any qualified candidate for U.S. work authorization if we are legally able; including, but not limited to, the following work‑authorized classifications: TN, E‑3, STEM OPT, H‑1B, H1B1, and more. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Akuna is an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that innovation begins with inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, and afford equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.