Quantitative Researcher

About Akuna Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm focused on collaboration, cutting‑edge technology and data‑driven solutions. We specialize in providing liquidity as an options market maker, designing and implementing low‑latency technologies, trading strategies, and mathematical models. What you’ll do as a Junior Quantitative Researcher Akuna’s Prediction Markets team is hiring a Junior Quantitative Researcher focused on sports‑related contracts. You will develop sports pricing capabilities, work closely with development and trading teams to refine and deploy models, and help build new systems. Design and develop data capture pipelines for pricing sports contracts (match outcomes, player props, in‑game events). Develop and calibrate pricing models with historical data for in‑play quoting of sports contracts. Build and maintain internal tooling to support the research pipeline. Collaborate with trading and development to deploy models into production strategies, bridging the gap from research to production. Qualifications Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or a related subject. Proficient programming skills in Python (experience with C++ is a plus). Deep understanding of Linear Algebra, Numerical Methods, Statistics, Optimization, and Machine Learning. Strong interest in sports and quantitative modeling. We value high‑agency individuals interested in sports, prediction markets, and trading concepts. Prior experience at a trading firm is valued but not required. Personal project experience with Kalshi or Polymarket is a plus. Compensation and Benefits In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $145,000. Exact compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and skill set. This role is also eligible for a discretionary performance bonus as part of the total compensation package and includes a comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer‑paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits. The minimum base salary herein was determined in good faith by Akuna Capital LLC. #J-18808-Ljbffr