Software Engineer Intern - C# .NET Desktop

Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm with a strong focus on collaboration, cutting-edge technology, data driven solutions, and automation. We specialize in providing liquidity as an options market maker. Akuna is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to join the UI team for our 10-week Akunacademy summer internship program. You will work directly with Traders, Quants, and other Software Engineers to design, build, test, and maintain real-time trading applications.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop Windows desktop applications written in C# .NET and WinForms/WPF; 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; Work directly with Traders, Quants, and other Software Engineers to design, build, test, and maintain real-time trading applications; Each intern takes full ownership of their project, and at the end of the program, has the opportunity to present their work and accomplishments

Requirements

Pursuing a Bachelor’s, master’s, or Ph.D. in a technical field – Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent; Graduating by August 2028; 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 have

Understanding of .NET Framework and C# programming language; Familiarity with WinForm or WPF applications is a plus; Familiarity in object-oriented programming and design patterns; Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git); Understanding of unit testing concepts and frameworks (e.g. NUnit); Solid problem-solving and analytical skills; Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment

Benefits

Training and continuous education are provided for all engineers