Options Trader Job at AKUNA CAPITAL (Chicago)

Broker Trader

Akuna Capital is seeking an experienced Broker Trader to join our growing team. ...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

130000.00 USD / Year

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of options market making experience
Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
Strong mathematical aptitude giving the ability to maximize trading opportunities in a high-pressure environment
Effective and efficient communication and superior interpersonal skills
Capable of developing and maintaining strong working business relationships
Ability to work alongside and communicate with screen traders
Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
The 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 are essential functions of the role

Job Responsibility

Make markets on options for brokers and banks through chat and voice platforms
Whether making a ‘first show’ market for an inter-dealer broker or executing against an order on the trading floor, the opportunities you identify in the marketplace will be immediately represented in the team’s P&L
Learn our systems and trading style from some of our most experienced traders

What we offer

Discretionary performance bonus
Comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits

Fulltime

Floor trader

We are seeking a Floor Trader to join Akuna’s Equity Indices team in the SPX pit...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

130000.00 USD / Year

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of experience market making options on the CBOE floor
SPX pit experience in the last 18 months required
Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
Strong mathematical aptitude giving the ability to maximize trading opportunities in a high-pressure environment
Effective and efficient communication and superior interpersonal skills
Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
BS/MS in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or equivalent
The 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 are essential functions of the role

Job Responsibility

Make markets on options for brokers using proprietary pricing and execution software
Identify and execute on opportunities in the marketplace
Represent team's P&L
Learn systems and trading style from experienced traders
Provide value from day one

What we offer

Discretionary performance bonus
Comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits

Fulltime

Quantitative Trader

Akuna Capital is seeking experienced Quantitative Options Traders to join our dy...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of professional work experience in Options Trading or related field
BS/MS/PhD in a technical field – Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or similar
Understanding of advanced Mathematics: Calculus, Probability, Linear Algebra, Statistics and Optimization
Working knowledge of statistical analysis, numerical linear algebra, machine learning or convex optimization
Intermediate programming skills in Python (C++ is a plus)

Job Responsibility

Manage trading strategies and improve profitability by converting ideas into quantitative models
Implement trading signals that influence our automated trading
Develop a deep understanding of derivatives theory and financial markets
Generate ideas on trading opportunities, product insights, risk management and trading systems

Fulltime

Quantitative Trader

Akuna Capital is seeking experienced Quantitative Options Traders to join their ...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of professional work experience in Options Trading or related field
BS/MS/PhD in a technical field – Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or similar
Understanding of advanced Mathematics: Calculus, Probability, Linear Algebra, Statistics and Optimization
Working knowledge of statistical analysis, numerical linear algebra, machine learning or convex optimization
Intermediate programming skills in Python (C++ is a plus)

Job Responsibility

Manage trading strategies and improve profitability by converting ideas into quantitative models
Implement trading signals that influence our automated trading
Develop a deep understanding of derivatives theory and financial markets
Generate ideas on trading opportunities, product insights, risk management and trading systems

Fulltime

Equities Trader

Proprietary traders leverage firm tools and buying power (BP) while enjoying fre...

Location

United States , New York, NY; Chicago, IL

Salary:

Not provided

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Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Hold a valid SIE and Series 57TO license
Must be a current US resident
For Entry Level: Strong mathematical skills
Entrepreneurial spirit
2 years of post-graduate employment
Basic understanding of equity markets
Level-headed
Can thrive in team environments and as an individual
For Experienced: Two years of experience required with a live proven track record

Job Responsibility

Build and maintain trade idea generation
Manage risk and execution on individual books
Collaborate with other individuals on the trading desk to improve and develop trading strategies

What we offer

Exam sponsorship and study material are provided for qualified candidates
Intense personalized training program for new equities traders
Successful trainees will be fully backed by the Firm

Junior Trader

Akuna Capital is seeking bright, math-savvy, competitive, and ambitious Junior T...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

130000.00 USD / Year

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS/MS/PhD degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science or a related/equivalent field must be completed upon employment
Strong math aptitude, numerical and quantitative analysis skills
The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently while fostering external professional relationships
The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions
Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced and competitive team environment
Desire to learn about financial markets and economic theories
Programming experience preferred
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

Job Responsibility

Learn how to leverage proprietary technology while implementing a variety of trading strategies and ideas
Get on the trading screens and make an impact on the bottom line of the firm
Start with one of the following teams: Options Market Making (and all the various desks), Delta One, Vol Arb, Crypto, Quantitative Strategy Group

What we offer

Discretionary performance bonus
Comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits

Fulltime

Experienced Options Trader

Akuna Capital is seeking experienced Options Traders to join our dynamic team. T...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

130000.00 USD / Year

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

1+ years of market making experience (responsibility for PnL and risk)
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science or a related/equivalent field
Strong math aptitude, numerical, and quantitative analysis skills
Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
Passionate about problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever changing market
The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently while fostering external professional relationships
Detail-oriented
The 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 are essential functions of the role

Job Responsibility

Profitably manage a derivatives portfolio and be responsible for dynamically managing risk to ensure portfolio is under prescribed risk limits
Work with our technology and quant teams to ensure existing algorithms are functioning properly
Analyze data to optimize parameters
Introduce improvements to our algorithms to best provide liquidity

What we offer

discretionary performance bonus
comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits

Fulltime

Trading Sneak Peek Week Participant

A one-week program (August 17th – 21st, 2026) offering a crash course into the w...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

Not provided

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Graduating between December 2026 – July 2027
Pursuing a BS/MS/PhD in engineering, economics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, actuarial science or a related/equivalent field
Able to attend program in person at Akuna’s Chicago headquarters (August 17 – 21)
Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, collaborative, team environment
Strong math, numerical, and quantitative skills
Demonstrable interest in trading and the financial markets
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required on the first day of employment including F-1 students using OPT or STEM

Job Responsibility

Enroll in a crash course on the world of options
Collaborate with trader trainers to learn risk management, game theory, and optimal decision making
Apply knowledge in real time
Master educational trading games and simulations
Shadow trading desks to learn about Akuna's approach to market making

What we offer

AkunaU lectures from the firm’s leaders
Roundtable networking sessions
Fun events dedicated to showcasing our firm and the city of Chicago
Transportation and accommodation provided by Akuna
Competitive stipend

Options Trader

AKUNA CAPITAL

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Posted:
December 05, 2025

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