Junior C++ Developer Interview Experience - Chicago, Illinois
Process
The interview process began with an initial coding challenge available to university students. This was followed by a 45-minute phone technical interview, and then an onsite interview.
The phone interview included a bit of small talk, followed by an interactive coding session where one complicated question was asked.
The onsite interview consisted of a morning challenge, a technical interview, a code review, and a short behavioral interview with HR. The technical interview was design-focused with minimal pseudocode.
Questions
Design a data structure that calculates a moving average of time-varying price input.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the Akuna Capital Junior C++ Developer role in Chicago, Illinois.
Success Rate
Akuna Capital's interview process for their Junior C++ Developer roles in Chicago, Illinois is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Akuna Capital's Junior C++ Developer interview process in Chicago, Illinois.
Akuna Capital Work Experiences
- 5.0Smart colleagues, tight development plansJunior C++ Developer • Former EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesNovember 5, 2023Pros: Most colleagues were smart and working hard. The company was doing well and made money.Cons: As a new grad with basically zero knowledge in finance or trading, depending on the team, there could be little to zero help from your colleagues.
- 5.0Great learning, fast-paced engineering cultureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesAugust 13, 2025Pros: Collaborative teammates and helpful mentorshipCons: Limited career path for interns
- 3.0Above average companySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesApril 16, 2025Pros: Generally good work-life balance. Smart people to work with. Somewhat interesting work.Cons: Below-average pay in industry. Mediocre management.
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