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Akuna CapitalChicago, ILInternship
Software Engineer Intern - Python, Summer 2026
Akuna Capital seeks Software Engineer Interns for a 10-week summer program in Chicago. Interns will work on low latency trading systems using Python, collaborating with trading and software teams to solve complex problems.
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Role and Responsibilities
- Design and implement solutions for complex problems in trading technology.
- Work on high performance, low latency systems using Python.
- Collaborate with trading and software teams to integrate solutions.
- Develop code that adapts quickly to changing market conditions.
- Engage in areas like trading infrastructure, algorithms, and front-end interfaces.
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Requirements
- Pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Physics, or equivalent.
- Must graduate by August 2027.
- Minimum major GPA of 3.5.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. on first day, including F-1 OPT/STEM.
- Strong programming skills in object-oriented Python development.
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Candidate Qualities
- Ability to communicate effectively with trading teams and implement solutions.
- Create clean, testable, and adaptable codebases.
- React quickly and accurately to market changes and coding challenges.
- Passion for innovation and building new systems.
- Adaptability to a fast-changing environment.