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Akuna Capital
Posted 35 days ago
Software Engineer Intern - Full Stack Web, Summer 2026
LocationChicago, IL
Work ModeIn-person
DegreeUndergraduate
JavaScript
Programming
HTML
TypeScript
Unit testing
React
Agile
User experience
Python
Linux
Version control
Jest
Problem-solving
Scrum
Communication

Summary

Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm that specializes in providing liquidity as an options market-maker. They are seeking Full Stack Web Software Engineer Interns to join their UI team for a summer internship program, where interns will design, build, test, and maintain real-time trading applications.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop web applications using React, TypeScript, and Python
  • 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

Skills

  • Must graduate by August 2027
  • 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 web programming languages (JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, HTML/CSS)
  • Familiarity with Linux and a command-line shell
  • Understanding of unit testing concepts and frameworks (e.g., pytest, Jest, Storybook)
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
  • Solid problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment
  • Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently

Qualifications

Must Haves

  • Pursuing a Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in technical field – Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent
  • Must graduate by August 2027
  • 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

Nice to Haves

  • Understanding of web programming languages (JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, HTML/CSS)
  • Familiarity with Linux and a command-line shell
  • Understanding of unit testing concepts and frameworks (e.g., pytest, Jest, Storybook)
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
  • Solid problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment
  • Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently