Graduate Software Engineer

Akuna Capital Llc; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading firm in Singapore is seeking a Software Engineer to work on a diverse range of technology systems, including trading algorithms and data infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Science or Engineering and some experience, with skills in C++ or Python. This role offers a collaborative environment to innovate and contribute to high-impact projects. A passion for building high-quality software is essential.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years' experience, must be graduated by July 2026 or prior.
• Ability to complete technical interviews in at least one of either C++ or Python.
• Familiarity with data structures, algorithms, and lower-level performance optimisation.
• Familiarity with multi-threaded and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Work with a range of technology systems from trading algorithms to core infrastructure.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify and deliver high-impact projects.
• Manage the full software development life cycle.
• Contribute innovative ideas and solutions.

Skills

C++

Python

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

About Akuna

Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm with a strong focus on collaboration, cutting‑edge technology, data‑driven solutions and automation. We specialise 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. At Akuna we have a flat structure, where the best idea wins.

Our Founding Partners, including Andrew Killion, first conceptualised 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.

What you’ll do as a Software Engineer at Akuna

• Work with a range of technology systems and problems, ranging from trading algorithms, performance optimisation, data infrastructure and analysis, to systems reliability and core infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues from within the technology team and other departments including quant and trading to identify and deliver high‑impact projects.
• Be responsible for the full software development life cycle from requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and post‑deployment reliability and performance.
• Work with a range of programming languages and technologies, including C++ and Python.
• Contribute innovative ideas and solutions to the team.

Qualities that make great candidates

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent technical field.
• 0–3 years’ experience, must be graduated by July 2026 or prior.
• Ability to complete technical interviews in at least one of either C++ or Python.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Passion for building high‑quality software within a fast‑moving environment.
• Familiarity with data structures, algorithms, and lower‑level performance optimisation.
• Familiarity with multi‑threaded and distributed systems.

Please note: If you apply to multiple roles, you may be asked to complete multiple online assessments and interviews.