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Junior Quant Trader (2026 Start, Training in Chicago)
Join Akuna Capital as a Junior Quant Trader in Singapore with training in Chicago. Develop trading skills in derivatives through a structured program and gain global market experience. No prior finance experience required, ideal for recent graduates with strong quantitative skills.
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Role and Responsibilities
- Start as Junior Quant Trader in Singapore, training in Chicago.
- Engage in a 3-month training program covering market making, options Greeks, and risk management.
- Participate in mock trading games and projects to develop technical skills.
- Work with experienced traders and contribute to trading desks post-training.
- Use Python and Excel for statistical projects and trading tool development.
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Training Program
- 3-month intensive training at Chicago headquarters starting August 24, 2026.
- Includes lectures, projects, assessments, and job shadowing.
- Focus on market making, risk management, and proprietary systems.
- Mock market games to practice valuation and hedging strategies.
- Statistics-based projects to solve real trading problems.
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Application Process and Timeline
- Application deadline: 2026-04-01.
- Options 201 virtual course and first-round interview: 2026-04-06 to 2026-04-08.
- Final round interviews: 2026-04-10 to 2026-04-14.
- Start date expected in August 2026, subject to visa conditions.
- Options 201 course involves daily 1.5-hour sessions with lectures and quizzes.
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Candidate Requirements
- Graduated before July 2026 with 0-2 years experience.
- Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Economics, or related fields.
- Strong mental math, pattern recognition, and probability skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to dedicate time for Options 201 course in April 2026.