About Akuna:  

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 – 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.  

Our Founding Partners first conceptualized 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, London and Singapore. 

What you’ll do as a SOFR Options Trader at Akuna: 

We are seeking an experienced electronic options trader to join our SOFR desk. This is a mid-to-senior level role with a clear path to full desk ownership for the right candidate. You will be responsible for making markets and managing risk across CME SOFR options while collaborating with our floor team to maximize profitability.   

You will work at the intersection of trading, technology, and quantitative research. Akuna’s SOFR desk combines systematic pricing infrastructure with trader judgment – you’ll be expected to manage your positions decisively while actively contributing to the automation and tooling that drives the desk’s edge forward. This is a role for someone who takes genuine ownership, brings intellectual curiosity to every aspect of the business, and thrives in a high-performance, collaborative environment. In this role, you will: 

• Profitably manage a SOFR options portfolio with full responsibility for P&L and dynamic risk management within prescribed limits
• Make two-sided markets across the SOFR options complex (SR3, S0, S2), maintaining disciplined risk across the curve
• Develop and refine volatility surface models, term structure analysis, and hedging strategies in close collaboration with our quant and technology teams
• Identify structural opportunities and flow-driven inefficiencies in the short-end rates market and act on them decisively
• Partner with our technology team to evaluate, improve, and expand the automated trading infrastructure underpinning the desk – including contributing directly to strategy logic, parameter optimization, and signal development
• Analyze desk data and market microstructure to continuously improve pricing, execution quality, and risk-adjusted returns
• Contribute to the broader Akuna trading community through cross-desk collaboration, knowledge sharing, and mentorship of junior traders 

Qualities That Make Great Candidates: 

• 2+ years of experience trading SOFR, Eurodollar, or short-term interest rate options in an electronic market making environment, with clear P&L accountability
• Deep understanding of options theory – Greeks, vol surface construction, term structure dynamics, and interest rate curve relationships
• Proven risk management discipline: comfortable managing positions under pressure and across varied market regimes
• Entrepreneurial self-starter who takes initiative and acts decisively, with a strong sense of ownership over their book and their desk’s performance
• Technically engaged: able to analyze data, optimize parameters, and work hands-on with trading systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, or a related quantitative field
• Strong quantitative and analytical instincts, with the ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions
• Collaborative mindset: able to communicate clearly and efficiently with quant researchers, technologists, and risk managers while fostering productive relationships across the firm
• Detail-oriented and rigorous in approach, with a drive to continuously learn and improve 
• The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the role

Additional Experience We Value: 

• Specific experience with CME SR3 market microstructure and electronic liquidity provision
• Familiarity with swap curve dynamics, OIS, Fed Funds, or broader fixed income context
• Experience building or improving trading tools, pricing models, or automation in Python, C++, or similar
• Track record of mentorship 

In addition to technical skillsets, Akuna values the unique perspectives people can bring to the table to collaboratively solve complex problems and drive Akuna forward. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply. We welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps toward your future with us!

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $145,000. Exact compensation offered may vary based on many factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s 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.

IMC Americas, Inc. has multiple openings for Trader (REQ#4461664101) in Chicago, IL and Brooklyn, NY.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance mathematical models, strategies, and trading system components for quantitative proprietary trading in collaboration with developers (10%).
• Independently design and implement changes to trading models, strategies, and systems from end-to-end, including conceiving of proposed changes, creating a testing plan, and performing tests, and implementing changes (15%).
• Analyze, interpret, and model financial, economic, and industry data to optimize trading and maximize revenue generation using existing internal tools (15%).
• Create custom analysis tools for use at the firm to perform research beyond available analysis tools (5%).
• Prepare and present high-quality financial analysis and reports following IMC global guidelines (15%).
• Perform daily operational tasks on the trading desk, ensuring systems are running correctly and escalating as needed to designated contacts (15%).
• Supervise and mentor graduate traders and interns (10%).
• Train graduate traders through the firm's traineeship (5%).
• Contributing to planning and prioritization decisions of future projects on their trading desk (5%).
• Monitoring and managing a trading firm's risk exposure (5%).

Partial telecommuting permitted. Multiple positions available. Requisition Number: 4461664101

Your Skills and Experience

This position requires a Bachelor's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Mathematics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Physics, or similarly quantitative and mathematical field and one (1) year of experience in the job offered or a related position.

Must have experience in the following skills:

• Developing, maintaining, and enhancing mathematical models, strategies, and trading system components for quantitative proprietary trading in collaboration with developers;
• Operating trading strategies through a range of market circumstances, having a thorough understanding of risk at any point in time;
• Rolling out and verifying new features on trading strategies;
• Managing a trading firm's risk exposure;
• Using Python and python coding libraries, including Pandas, NumPy, and SciPy to assist in quantitative analysis; and
• Experience trading products and navigating compliance regulations in trading markets. 

Requires FINRA Certifications: (1) SIE and (2) Series 57.

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About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:
DV Trading is seeking an experienced, high-performing trader to deploy and scale profitable strategies on a best-in-class proprietary platform. This role is designed for individuals with a demonstrated ability to generate alpha who are looking for greater autonomy, access to capital, and a high-performance environment without the constraints of traditional institutions.

The platform supports a wide range of experience levels—from highly established traders who operate independently end-to-end, to developing traders who may benefit from support in areas such as research, technology, or execution. Resources across quant research, engineering, and infrastructure are available to help accelerate strategy development and growth.

Job Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and scale a proprietary trading strategy
• Develop, refine, and optimize models, signals, and execution frameworks
• Take full ownership of risk, positioning, and P&L
• Leverage DV’s technology, infrastructure, and support to expand your book
• Collaborate with traders, quants, and engineers to enhance strategy performance

Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience at a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, or bank
• Demonstrated, consistently profitable trading strategy (all asset classes considered)
• Proven track record of live performance (beyond backtesting)
• Strong return on capital (ROC)
• Experience contributing to or leading successful trading teams
• Ability to communicate effectively across functions, including leadership, risk, compliance, engineering, and legal

Benefits: 

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible Vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:
DV Trading is seeking an experienced, high-performing trader to deploy and scale profitable strategies on a best-in-class proprietary platform. This role is designed for individuals with a demonstrated ability to generate alpha who are looking for greater autonomy, access to capital, and a high-performance environment without the constraints of traditional institutions.

The platform supports a wide range of experience levels—from highly established traders who operate independently end-to-end, to developing traders who may benefit from support in areas such as research, technology, or execution. Resources across quant research, engineering, and infrastructure are available to help accelerate strategy development and growth.

Job Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and scale a proprietary trading strategy
• Develop, refine, and optimize models, signals, and execution frameworks
• Take full ownership of risk, positioning, and P&L
• Leverage DV’s technology, infrastructure, and support to expand your book
• Collaborate with traders, quants, and engineers to enhance strategy performance

Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience at a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, or bank
• Demonstrated, consistently profitable trading strategy (all asset classes considered)
• Proven track record of live performance (beyond backtesting)
• Strong return on capital (ROC)
• Experience contributing to or leading successful trading teams
• Ability to communicate effectively across functions, including leadership, risk, compliance, engineering, and legal

Benefits: 

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible Vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match

Annual compensation range $100-200K base + profit share with meaningful upside

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:
DV Trading is seeking an experienced, high-performing trader to deploy and scale profitable strategies on a best-in-class proprietary platform. This role is designed for individuals with a demonstrated ability to generate alpha who are looking for greater autonomy, access to capital, and a high-performance environment without the constraints of traditional institutions.

The platform supports a wide range of experience levels—from highly established traders who operate independently end-to-end, to developing traders who may benefit from support in areas such as research, technology, or execution. Resources across quant research, engineering, and infrastructure are available to help accelerate strategy development and growth.

Job Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and scale a proprietary trading strategy
• Develop, refine, and optimize models, signals, and execution frameworks
• Take full ownership of risk, positioning, and P&L
• Leverage DV’s technology, infrastructure, and support to expand your book
• Collaborate with traders, quants, and engineers to enhance strategy performance

Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience at a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, or bank
• Demonstrated, consistently profitable trading strategy (all asset classes considered)
• Proven track record of live performance (beyond backtesting)
• Strong return on capital (ROC)
• Experience contributing to or leading successful trading teams
• Ability to communicate effectively across functions, including leadership, risk, compliance, engineering, and legal

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:
DV Trading is seeking an experienced, high-performing trader to deploy and scale profitable strategies on a best-in-class proprietary platform. This role is designed for individuals with a demonstrated ability to generate alpha who are looking for greater autonomy, access to capital, and a high-performance environment without the constraints of traditional institutions.

The platform supports a wide range of experience levels—from highly established traders who operate independently end-to-end, to developing traders who may benefit from support in areas such as research, technology, or execution. Resources across quant research, engineering, and infrastructure are available to help accelerate strategy development and growth.

Job Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and scale a proprietary trading strategy
• Develop, refine, and optimize models, signals, and execution frameworks
• Take full ownership of risk, positioning, and P&L
• Leverage DV’s technology, infrastructure, and support to expand your book
• Collaborate with traders, quants, and engineers to enhance strategy performance

Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience at a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, or bank
• Demonstrated, consistently profitable trading strategy (all asset classes considered)
• Proven track record of live performance (beyond backtesting)
• Strong return on capital (ROC)
• Experience contributing to or leading successful trading teams
• Ability to communicate effectively across functions, including leadership, risk, compliance, engineering, and legal

Benefits: 

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible Vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match

Annual compensation range $100-200K base + profit share with meaningful upside

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

We are seeking a Quantitative Developer to architect, implement, and maintain end-to-end production infrastructure supporting mid-frequency equity statistical arbitrage strategies. The role partners closely with researchers, traders and operations to ensure research, back-testing and live-trading systems are performant, reliable and operationally robust.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect, implement and maintain end-to-end production infrastructure for mid-frequency equity statistical arbitrage strategies.
• Develop and maintain research and back-testing platforms.
• Design, own and operate analytics tools and UI to evaluate and monitor data, signal and trade quality and integrity.
• Ensure production systems are performant, reliable, observable and operationally robust.
• Continuously improve system design, scalability and operational resilience.
• Closely monitor production alpha generation, optimization and trading; raise and resolve issues with the highest efficiency to prevent potential P&L loss.
• Stay current on state-of-the-art technologies and tools, including technical libraries, computing environments and relevant academic research.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on quantitative development experience in an equity statistical-arbitrage pod.
• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end development with direct responsibility for production trading infrastructure.
• Professional proficiency in Python with excellent coding practices
• Strong familiarity with Snowflake and demonstrated proficiency in SQL to efficiently clean, transform, and optimize large datasets.
• Experience with light-weight trader dashboard development
• Experience with production monitoring, corporate action adjustment, and a strong sense of operational priority.
• Familiarity with Optimizer a plus but not a must
• Experience with building intraday system a plus
• Clear understanding of the end-to-end equity systematic trading stack, including:
• Data ingestion, validation, and normalization
• Back-testing and simulation
• Portfolio construction and constraint enforcement
• live trading support
• Strong engineering discipline and the ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, collaborative and results-oriented environment; able to perform effectively under time-sensitive and high-pressure situations

The annual base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $250,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information about DRW's processing activities and our use of job applicants' data, please view our Privacy Notice at https://drw.com/privacy-notice.

California residents, please review the California Privacy Notice for information about certain legal rights at https://drw.com/california-privacy-notice.

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Hudson River Trading (HRT) is one of the top algorithmic trading companies in the world. Our research cluster is the backbone of our success; it’s where all of our trading strategies are generated.

We use a large, customized research environment with highly advanced CPU and GPU compute, storage, and networking technology. Our team thinks about the entire software stack, from the user-level API to optimizing performance out of low-level caching. We deal with everything from the theoretical, like fair resource scheduling, to the concrete, like optimizing a trader’s new program run-time performance. 

As a distributed compute engineer in a user-facing environment, you’ll develop and improve on technical solutions that make research as easy and efficient as possible. You’ll work everyday with both talented quantitative traders and software engineers across all trading teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure HRT’s research environment is best in class, with a focus on user workloads
• Maintain and improve resource scheduling, data caching, and job monitoring to make research as easy, fast, and efficient as possible, using both in-house and open source solutions
• Optimize workloads at the user level to speed up user iteration speed
• Tune workloads at the infrastructure level to make them more resource-efficient
• Share metrics and real-time information with users to give insight into workload behavior
• Sit down with users to understand their specific technical needs
• Contribute individually and through leadership and coordination of the above
• Set technical direction for the platform and take holistic ownership of the software infrastructure that supports Algo research

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Strong C++ expertise (daily use preferred)
• Python familiarity preferred
• Experience collaborating closely with quantitative researchers and traders to understand their needs
• Great communication capabilities
• Superior design, debugging, and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of UNIX operating systems (we use Linux), system/processor performance, and network communication

The estimated base salary range for this position is 200,000 to 300,000 USD per year (or local equivalent). The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

Maven Securities US Limited, Chicago, IL

Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm deploying its own capital across discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies. Backed by deep expertise in trading, technology, and research, we are relentlessly focused on improving liquidity across global listed derivatives. Through advanced execution and pricing technologies, we improve how financial markets operate.

THE ROLE:

• Monitor the risk exposures that result from the activity of each relevant trading desk and adjust volatility parameters as required to ensure that the company’s pricing is in line with the market.
• Set the trading parameters of the execution systems used by the company to ensure competitive participation in the marketplace.
• Follow the trading flow to ensure optimal positioning to absorb the supply and demand disbalances that occasionally drive market prices.
• Develop and maintain a daily trading plan to anticipate various trading scenarios and set out intended courses of action depending on each outcome.
• Monitor key trading statistics to ensure that trading activities are appropriately adjusted as soon as deviation from prescribed KPIs becomes apparent.
• Liaise with brokers, assess pricing structures, and provide up-to-the-minute pricing quotes based on market conditions and data analysis.
• Monitor the trading behavior and determine whether the quoting behaviors of the systems are sound and competitive based on a thorough understanding of the market and relevant data.
• Make adjustments to trading logic by preparing or requesting the relevant change to the quoting script and following through with its implementation and release into production and by making changes to internal trading systems.
• Identify and implement modifications to internal trading systems, including assessing the logic amendment required, formulating a request, discussing with key stakeholders, including the Head of Desk, submitting feature change requests, and working with the technology team to see the change through implementation.
• Establish and refine metrics that enable the trading desk to assess the pricing dislocation in risk factors relevant to the desk: implied vs realized volatility, implied vs realized skew, kurtosis, and future spread level.
• Investigate trades that challenge the competitiveness or the sound functioning of systems through detailed and thorough review of to-the-microsecond and order-by-order market data, and make improvements to that research framework.
• Train and guide juniors and experienced hires to ensure that all team members have a thorough understanding of the tools that underpin trading activities.

Salary: $150,000-180,000 per annum.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

•  Requires Master’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Quantitative Finance, or a related field of study, plus one (1) year of experience with financial theory; relative value trading; systematic position taking; modeling; developing and maintaining a daily trading plan; risk monitoring; C++ scripting and/or Python scripting. 

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Amazing opportunity to be a key member of a highly committed employee-owned
  trading firm.
• The upside of start-up without the associated risks.
• Great friendly, informal and highly rewarding culture.
• Informal dress code.
• Fast growing global firm with plenty of opportunity where you will have significant
  impact.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance coverage for employees and their
  dependents. 401k with employer match. Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability,
  and Life Insurance. Annual learning and development stipend.

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About Akuna: 

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 – 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.  

Our Founding Partners first conceptualized 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, London and Singapore. 

What you’ll do as a Broker Trader at Akuna:  

We are seeking an experienced Broker Trader to join our SnP desk at Akuna Capital. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual interested in supporting our team expand coverage and compete in the marketplace. Candidates must possess working relationships inside of and strong familiarity with the options space.  

As a part of Akuna’s team, you will make markets on options for brokers and banks through chat and voice platforms.  Whether making a ‘first show’ market for an inter-dealer broker or executing against an order on the trading floor, the opportunities you identify in the marketplace will be immediately represented in the team’s P&L.  You will be entrenched in a collaborative and comprehensive team environment where you will have the opportunity to learn our systems and trading style from some of our most experienced traders.  Your previous experience will be expected to provide value from day one even as you adapt to your new role. 

Qualities that make great candidates: 

• 2+ years of options market making experience in equities/index
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Strong mathematical aptitude giving the ability to maximize trading opportunities in a high-pressure environment
• Effective and efficient communication and superior interpersonal skills
• Capable of developing and maintaining strong working business relationships
• Ability to work alongside and communicate with screen traders
• Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
• Existing business relationships with inter-dealer, floor or direct counterparty brokers and paper flow
• The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions is an essential function of the role 

In addition to technical skillsets, Akuna values the unique perspectives people can bring to the table to collaboratively solve complex problems and drive Akuna forward. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply. We welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps toward your future with us!

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $145,000. Exact compensation offered may vary based on many factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s 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.

About Akuna: 

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 – 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. 

Our Founding Partners first conceptualized 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, London and Singapore.

What you’ll do as an SPX Floor Trader at Akuna:

We are seeking a Floor Trader to join Akuna’s Equity Indices team in the SPX pit on the CBOE floor. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual interested in supporting our team coverage and competing in the marketplace. Candidates must possess working relationships inside of and strong familiarity with the S&P500 complex of options.

As a part of Akuna’s SPX team, you will make markets on options for brokers using our proprietary pricing and execution software custom-designed for use on your trading tablet. Whether being first to make a market or removing liquidity on a resting order, the opportunities you identify and execute on in the marketplace will be immediately represented in the team’s P&L. You will be entrenched in a collaborative and comprehensive team environment where you will have the opportunity to learn our systems and trading style from some of our most experienced traders. Your previous experience will be expected to provide value from day one even as you adapt to your new role.

Qualities that make great candidates:

• 2+ years of experience market making options on the CBOE floor
• SPX pit experience in the last 18 months required 
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Strong mathematical aptitude giving the ability to maximize trading opportunities in a high-pressure environment
• Effective and efficient communication and superior interpersonal skills
• Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
• BS/MS in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or equivalent
• The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the role

In addition to technical skillsets, Akuna values the unique perspectives people can bring to the table to collaboratively solve complex problems and drive Akuna forward. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply. We welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps toward your future with us! 

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $145,000. Exact compensation offered may vary based on many factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s 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.

About Akuna: 

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 – 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. 

Our Founding Partners first conceptualized 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, London and Singapore.

What you'll do as an Options Trader at Akuna:

We are seeking experienced Options Traders to join our dynamic team at Akuna Capital. The ideal candidate will be a motivated individual with a desire to make an immediate impact at a growing firm. Akuna gives all new Traders the opportunity to learn from the most successful members of our trading team and apply their previously gained knowledge and experience quickly. In this role, you will:  

• Profitably manage a derivatives portfolio and be responsible for dynamically managing risk to ensure portfolio is under prescribed risk limits 
• Work with our technology and quant teams to ensure existing algorithms are functioning properly 
• Analyze data to optimize parameters 
• Introduce improvements to our algorithms to best provide liquidity 

Qualities that make great candidates:

• 0-1+ years of market making experience (responsibility for PnL and risk)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science or a related/equivalent field
• Strong math aptitude, numerical, and quantitative analysis skills
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Passionate about problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever changing market 
• The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently while fostering external professional relationships
• Detail-oriented 
• The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the role

In addition to technical skillsets, Akuna values the unique perspectives people can bring to the table to collaboratively solve complex problems and drive Akuna forward. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply. We welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps toward your future with us!

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $145,000. Exact compensation offered may vary based on many factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s 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.

About Akuna: 

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 – 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. 

Our Founding Partners first conceptualized 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, London and Singapore.

What you’ll do as a Broker Trader at Akuna:

We are seeking an experienced Broker Trader to join our growing team at Akuna Capital. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual interested in supporting our team expand coverage and compete in the marketplace. Candidates must possess working relationships inside of and strong familiarity with the options space. 

As a part of Akuna’s team, you will make markets on options for brokers and banks through chat and voice platforms. Whether making a ‘first show’ market for an inter-dealer broker or executing against an order on the trading floor, the opportunities you identify in the marketplace will be immediately represented in the team’s P&L. You will be entrenched in a collaborative and comprehensive team environment where you will have the opportunity to learn our systems and trading style from some of our most experienced traders. Your previous experience will be expected to provide value from day one even as you adapt to your new role.

Qualities that make great candidates:

• 2+ years of options market making experience
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Strong mathematical aptitude giving the ability to maximize trading opportunities in a high-pressure environment
• Effective and efficient communication and superior interpersonal skills
• Capable of developing and maintaining strong working business relationships
• Ability to work alongside and communicate with screen traders
• Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
• VBA or Python programming skills are a plus, but not required
• Existing business relationships with inter-dealer, floor or direct counterparty brokers and paper flow
  
• The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the role

In addition to technical skillsets, Akuna values the unique perspectives people can bring to the table to collaboratively solve complex problems and drive Akuna forward. We want everyone to feel empowered to apply. We welcome your application and encourage you to take the first steps toward your future with us!

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $145,000. Exact compensation offered may vary based on many factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s 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.

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

DRW is seeking a Head of Trading Operations for the Algorithmic Trading Group to lead the trading team, desk operations, automation, and process improvement. You will manage workflows, monitor exchange positions, and coordinate with risk and compliance. You will also partner with researchers and developers to refine operational protocols and lead UX/UI initiatives to improve reliability, reduce errors, and maximize performance of our trading strategies. 

Work Environment:

• Work with experienced traders (average tenure of 10+ years) in a large, collaborative team. 
• Interact closely with research, software, and hardware experts who support all aspects of running a sophisticated trading operation. 
• Gain exposure to multiple complex strategies across markets within a team that has a proven two-decade track record of success. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Manage traders and trading schedules to ensure redundancy, reliability, and business continuity of trading operations (including on-call coverage and disaster recovery). 
• Lead and own all aspects of trading operations with an ongoing emphasis on maximizing trading desk performance, automation and process improvement. 
• Develop and refine operational protocols with researchers, developers, and traders to optimize the operation and communication of the trading desk. 
• Manage and drive the UX/UI team to improve trading UIs and processes that improve efficiency, reduce errors, and enhance trader workflows. 
• Maintain and improve systems and processes related to position management, back office, clearing, and exchange relationships; ensure accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory/compliance alignment. 
• Define and track KPIs for desk operations (uptime, incident response times, error rates, etc.) and drive continuous improvement. 
• Lead data-driven decision making; partner with researchers and developers to develop dashboards, automations, and alerting. 
• Enhance communication and training among traders to standardize processes, ensure reliable operation of trading systems, and foster a culture of ownership and excellence. 

  Qualifications and Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in financial markets, desk operations, or equivalent leadership roles within a trading environment; experience overseeing trading systems and operations. 
• Demonstrated track record in automation, process optimization, and driving measurable improvements in trading operations. 
• Strong understanding of position management, trade capture, settlement, clearing, and exchange processes; familiarity with multiple asset classes preferred. 
• Experience leading cross-functional teams (traders, researchers, software developers, UX/UI designers, risk/compliance). 
• Proven ability to design and implement effective processes, controls, incident management, and disaster recovery plans. 
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder-management skills; able to influence at all levels and foster collaboration. 
• Technical aptitude: comfort with data tooling and scripting is a plus. 
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, mathematics, computer science, engineering, or a related quantitative field. MBA is a plus. 

What success looks like:

• Improved desk uptime and reliability with reduced incident response times. 
• Higher efficiency and reduced human error through automation and streamlined workflows. 
• Clear procedures for all core desk operations. 
• Strong, collaborative relationships across researchers, developers, traders, and risk/compliance teams. 
• A scalable, resilient operating model with robust redundancy. 

The annual base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $225,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information about DRW's processing activities and our use of job applicants' data, please view our Privacy Notice at https://drw.com/privacy-notice.

California residents, please review the California Privacy Notice for information about certain legal rights at https://drw.com/california-privacy-notice.

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DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

As a Trade Systems Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow while supporting our trading technology. You’ll work closely with trading, infrastructure, and software development teams to keep systems running smoothly. You’ll gain experience working with exchanges, traders, and developers to help resolve technical issues and assist with ongoing improvements.

As markets evolve toward 24×7 trading, we’re expanding coverage to ensure our systems run smoothly during high impact periods that extend beyond the traditional Monday–Friday schedule. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work a non-traditional 5-day shift, depending on what best fits your schedule. This flexible coverage model allows you to make a critical impact during peak trading hours while enjoying off days during quieter parts of the week.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 1–3 years of experience in trade support, systems administration, site reliability engineering, or a related technical role (internships or projects count!)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related STEM field
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and ability to use common troubleshooting tools
• Exposure to containerized applications (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus
• Ability to think through and troubleshoot technical problems under time pressure
• Clear communication skills, written and verbal
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) for basic automation tasks
• Experience with Linux/Unix environments (basic command line skills)

What You’ll Be Working On:

• Keeping trading systems healthy and available by proactively spotting and resolving potential issues
• Responding to trader and engineer request with both urgency and understanding of the bigger operational context
• Participating in the onboarding of new desks and systems, thinking ahead about how they’ll fit into the broader ecosystem
• Learning the trading environment deeply so you can anticipate challenges and suggest improvements

What we Value:

• Intent over Instruction: we’ll share what we’re trying to achieve; you’ll help determine the best way to get there
• Responsibility and trustworthiness: you follow through and communicate progress and results clearly
• Continuous learning and adaptability: when conditions change, you adjust while keeping the mission in mind
• Collaboration: you seek input when needed but are comfortable making informed decisions yourself

About You:

• You enjoy diagnosing problems and thinking creatively about solutions
• You’re excited about fast-moving environments and want to see your work make an impact quickly
• You learn by doing and feel comfortable diving into unfamiliar technology

Schedule:

• The shift will be Tuesday - Saturday or Wednesday - Sunday.
• This position will require working on weekends and providing holiday coverage as needed by the department.
• The orientation schedule will vary between 09:00-18:30 and 15:00-23:00.
• After orientation, the permanent shift will be 08:00 – 17:00.

The annual base salary range for this position is $85,000 - $125,000, depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts. 

For more information about DRW's processing activities and our use of job applicants' data, please view our Privacy Notice at https://drw.com/privacy-notice.

California residents, please review the California Privacy Notice for information about certain legal rights at https://drw.com/california-privacy-notice.

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DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

DRW is looking for a Head of Canton Product Strategy which can be based in Chicago or New York.  You will own the 0→1 journey for new capital‑markets businesses on crypto/DeFi rails. As a product leader within our new on-chain capital markets ventures, you’ll take a concept from thesis to pilot and early traction - building the business plan, compliance posture, MVP scope, GTM, and KPIs.

What you’ll do:

• Author the business plan & scale roadmap: Market sizing, customer/ICP, unit economics, pricing, milestones, and resource plan for each venture.
• Define GTM: Segmentation, value prop, channels/partnerships, launch criteria, pilot structure, and success metrics.
• Source & evaluate opportunities: Partner with BD, Engineering, Product, and Strategy to identify ideas, run structured discovery, and prioritize a stage‑gated portfolio of bets.
• Design operating workflows: Map business, customer‑engagement, and operational workflows; identify stakeholders and dependencies; convert into MVP → v1 scope and delivery plan.
• Navigate regulation with counsel: Work with Legal & Compliance to determine applicable regimes (e.g., custody, broker‑dealer/ATS, derivatives/commodities, KYC/AML/sanctions/travel rule) and draft a compliance roadmap.
• Translate strategy into execution: Write crisp product briefs/BRDs/PRDs, epics, and acceptance criteria; coordinate with product managers on builds and integrations; stand up pilots with early customers.
• Communicate & influence: Provide clear executive updates; align stakeholders and secure resources; pitch to the product’s first customers/partners.
• Own outcomes: Manage risks and trade‑offs, decide continue/pivot/kill at each gate, and be accountable for results until hand‑off.

What you’ll bring:

• 8+ years in product/strategy/BD/ops roles spanning digital assets and traditional capital‑markets exposure
• 0→1 builder: Demonstrated ability to launch or materially scale new products/business lines; comfortable with ambiguity and rapid iteration.
• On‑chain fluency: Working knowledge of L1/L2 ecosystems, smart‑contract basics, tokenization/RWAs, wallets/custody, DEXs/AMMs, and on‑chain data/oracles; ability to reason about security/risk trade‑offs.
• Regulatory literacy: Practical understanding of how KYC/AML/sanctions, custody, disclosures/reporting, and market‑conduct expectations shape product and operating models; effectiveness partnering with counsel and auditors.
• Structured thinking & speed: Can rapidly consume information, model complex businesses, and write clearly (exec memos, specs, financial models).
• Cross‑functional leadership: Credibility with Product, Engineering, BD/Partnerships, Ops, and Legal/Compliance; operates with high ownership and low process.
• Communication: Executive‑ready writing and narrative storytelling; strong external presence with customers and partners.

Capital‑markets familiarity we value:

You don’t need to be a career trader or banker, but you should be able to “speak the language” and map TradFi concepts to on‑chain designs. We’re looking for familiarity with:

• Market structure: Order‑book vs. quote‑driven markets, AMMs vs. matching engines, liquidity/market‑making, and best‑execution concepts.
• Trade lifecycle: Order → execution → clearing → settlement (T+1/T+0), corporate actions, and post‑trade reconciliations.
• Participants & infra: Exchanges/ATS, broker‑dealers, custodians, prime brokers, CCP/clearing, administrators, data vendors.
• Instruments & financing: Basics across equities, fixed income, FX, and derivatives (options/futures/swaps), plus collateral/margin, securities lending/repo.
• Risk & reporting: Market/operational risks, market‑abuse concepts, and the role of regulatory reporting in major jurisdictions.

(If your strengths skew deeper to crypto with lighter TradFi, that’s fine—show us you can learn fast and already grasp the concepts above.)

How we’ll measure success:

• Learning velocity & capital efficiency: Time‑to‑decision at each stage gate and cost‑to‑learn per thesis.
• Evidence of traction: Pilots that hit predefined adoption/compliance milestones and translate into repeatable playbooks.
• Scale‑readiness: Complete package per venture—business plan, operating model, MVP/v1 scope, GTM, and compliance roadmap—ready for hand‑off.

The annual base salary range for this position is $250,000 to $300,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information about DRW's processing activities and our use of job applicants' data, please view our Privacy Notice at https://drw.com/privacy-notice.

California residents, please review the California Privacy Notice for information about certain legal rights at https://drw.com/california-privacy-notice.

[#LI-SK1] 

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

DRW is seeking a Senior Quantitative Trader (Delta One) to join the FICCO options trading business. This individual will operate as an embedded quantitative research and trading lead within an established discretionary and systematic options platform, with a mandate to design, deploy, and scale futures-driven systematic strategies that complement and enhance the broader FICCO options franchise.

This role focuses on delta-one strategy development, systematic futures execution, portfolio hedging, and quantitative signal generation across global futures markets. The individual will partner closely with options traders to integrate futures-based signals, directional overlays, and risk-efficient hedging frameworks into the broader derivatives platform.

This position is suited for someone with demonstrated PnL ownership, deep quantitative expertise, and experience building scalable, systematic trading frameworks within derivatives markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy systematic delta-one futures trading strategies across global markets (rates, FX, commodities, equities)
• Build and refine delta-driven signal generation frameworks to support both standalone futures strategies and options portfolios
• Implement robust futures-based hedging methodologies to optimize portfolio risk across the FICCO options business
• Develop and execute directional options overlays grounded in quantitative futures signals
• Understand and manage risk across live strategies, including exposure, volatility, liquidity, and cross-asset correlations
• Partner closely with developers and trading infrastructure teams to productionize models and optimize execution
• Conduct rigorous research, backtesting, and performance attribution analysis
• Continuously iterate on models to improve signal quality, scalability, and capital efficiency
• Contribute to portfolio construction and capital allocation decisions within the FICCO platform

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in systematic trading, preferably in futures and listed derivatives
• Proven track record of direct PnL ownership in a quant-driven trading environment
• Strong understanding of derivatives pricing, volatility dynamics, and risk modeling
• Deep experience in signal research, statistical modeling, and alpha generation
• Fluency in Python and experience working with large-scale datasets
• Strong knowledge of market microstructure and execution optimization
• Ability to independently drive research while collaborating effectively within a trading team

Preferred Background

• Experience trading across global futures markets (equities, rates, commodities, FX)
• Experience integrating options strategies within systematic futures frameworks
• Familiarity with portfolio construction, capital allocation, and risk budgeting models
• Experience working within or alongside an options trading desk
• Advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

The annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $250,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information about DRW's processing activities and our use of job applicants' data, please view our Privacy Notice at https://drw.com/privacy-notice.

California residents, please review the California Privacy Notice for information about certain legal rights at https://drw.com/california-privacy-notice.

[#LI-JW1] 

DRW is a major Chicago-based proprietary trading firm founded in 1992 by Don Wilson, specializing in diversified, technology-driven market-making and quantitative trading across asset classes including fixed income, options, derivatives, commodities, energy, equities, FX, and cryptocurrency.

DRW is building out a dedicated prediction markets desk focused on platforms such as Polymarket and Kalshi. As a Prediction Markets Trader, you will develop, execute, and optimize high-conviction trading strategies in binary event contracts. You will manage a live portfolio, targeting consistent positive expectancy through market making, microstructure exploitation, cross-platform arbitrage, event-driven momentum, and statistical models. This role requires genuine, demonstrated passion for prediction markets, strong quantitative reasoning, and the ability to operate in thin, volatile, event-resolution-driven environments.

Core Responsibilities:

• Monitor and trade active markets in real time across Polymarket (CLOB/Gamma/Subgraph APIs) and Kalshi (FIX/WebSocket/REST).
• Execute strategies including: market making with dynamic skew, microstructure arbitrage (order-flow and book-imbalance sniping), cross-platform arb, news/event momentum (sub-second reaction), and statistical pairs/mean-reversion.
• Develop and backtest models using historical tick data, Bayesian probability updates, NLP sentiment parsing, and ML for fair-value estimation.
• Collaborate with engineering on low-latency infrastructure (API integrations, order engines, anomaly detection).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or higher in Quantitative Finance, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, or equivalent.
• Strong programming skills: Python (pandas, NumPy, backtesting).
• Solid foundation in probability, statistics, time-series analysis, and Bayesian methods.
• Hands-on experience with prediction market platforms (Polymarket and/or Kalshi APIs) or closely related domains (options, binary events, sports/event betting).
• Genuine, demonstrated interest in prediction markets — we expect you to be actively engaged with the space (personal trading, deep reading of protocols, following major resolutions, contributing to discussions, etc.). This is non-negotiable.

Highly Valued (but not strictly required):

• Prior profitable trading experience in prediction markets, options, or event-driven strategies (personal or professional).
• Familiarity with blockchain/DeFi tools (ethers.js, Polygon RPC, USDC wallets).
• Experience with low-latency systems, FIX protocol, or Web3 integrations.
• Track record of building and backtesting quantitative models with real historical data.
• Deep domain knowledge of high-impact events (politics, macroeconomics, climate, sports).

Who We’re Looking For: We are especially interested in exceptionally sharp, self-motivated individuals — including strong campus hires and new graduates — who are obsessed with prediction markets and can demonstrate clear, substantive engagement with the space. If you’ve been actively trading Polymarket/Kalshi, analyzing resolutions, building personal models, or following the ecosystem closely, we want to talk to you.

Apply With: 

• Resume
• Cover letter explicitly detailing your genuine interest in prediction markets (specific examples of your engagement: trades you’ve made, resolutions you’ve studied, models you’ve built, protocols you follow, etc.)
• GitHub, personal blog, or portfolio links showing relevant work

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Strong candidates will receive a technical screen, strategy discussion, and live coding/modeling exercise focused on real prediction market scenarios.

Location:  Flexible.  US-based preferred.

The annual base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $200,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.  In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information about DRW's processing activities and our use of job applicants' data, please view our Privacy Notice at https://drw.com/privacy-notice.

California residents, please review the California Privacy Notice for information about certain legal rights at https://drw.com/california-privacy-notice.

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About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:

DV Trading is looking for a proven Relative Value Trader who wants the freedom to run capital, scale ideas quickly, and trade on a high-performance proprietary platform. This is an opportunity for a trader who already knows how to generate alpha in correlated products and wants the infrastructure, capital, and autonomy to grow a strategy without the constraints typical of larger institutions. For the first 3 to 6 months, this role will be based in Chicago to accelerate integration with the team, platform, and trading environment.

Responsibilities:

• Run your own relative value trading strategy using DV Trading’s capital
• Identify, execute, and scale opportunities across correlated products
• Build, refine, and improve models, signals, and execution approaches
• Own risk, positioning, and P&L with a high degree of autonomy
• Leverage DV Trading’s platform, technology, and support to grow your book

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience on a professional relative value trading desk
• A track record of trading profitable RV strategies in a professional setting
• Strong preference for experience using factor models in correlated products
• Sharp quantitative instincts, strong market intuition, and disciplined risk management
• A self-directed trader who wants real ownership and accountability

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness Programs

 Why DV Trading:

• Trade with firm capital
• Run your own strategy
• Move fast in a performance-driven environment
• Access the platform and support needed to scale

Annual compensation range $100-200K base + profit share with meaningful upside

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us:

Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:

We’re looking for an Associate Legal Counsel wired for precision, prioritization, and accuracy, who thrives in an environment where no two days look the same. The position will support our senior legal counsel and management teams across a wide range of matters involving our futures, equities, fixed income, private investment, and crypto trading platforms. If you’re a legal professional who moves fast, thinks clearly, and finishes what you start, we’d like to hear from you.

Responsibilities: 

• Mastering the firm’s agreements, including employment, membership, intellectual property, licensing, financing, acquisition, and other commercial agreements
• Strategically negotiating third-party agreements in a manner mindful of both legal implications and business goals
• Supporting legal, regulatory, and operational aspects of our regulated financial market investment and trading activities
• Conducting due diligence on investments, acquisitions, and trader engagements
• Assisting with disputes, claims, and litigation when needed
• Exhibiting sound judgment in assessing the quality, accuracy, and relevance of information
• Deriving reasonable conclusions and rendering reliable advice and work product based on relevant information and applicable law, including SEC, CFTC, FINRA, NFA, and exchange rules
• Employing an entrepreneurial and proactive mindset to identify innovative solutions to novel questions of law or policy and other business challenges
• Concisely and effectively communicating with firm personnel at all levels, including supervisors, coworkers, traders, and support staff
• Appropriately organizing work and setting priorities to timely achieve both short-term and long-term goals

Requirements:

The successful candidate will:

• Possess a J.D. from an accredited and well-respected U.S. law school
• Be admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. state, preferably Illinois or New York
• Have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience practicing as a licensed attorney
• Demonstrate a track record of success, including excellent academic credentials, evidence of excellent written communication skills, and illustrative case studies based on personal experience
• Intuitively exhibit impeccable ethical standards
• Be flexible and willing to handle a wide variety of legal matters, even if they are outside your usual comfort zone
• Preferably possess experience supporting proprietary trading firms, broker-dealers, investment advisers, trading advisors, or prime brokers

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and dependent care options
• Employer-paid group term life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, life, and AD&D insurance
• Flexible vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match

Please include with your application a legal writing sample demonstrating your own legal drafting for our review.

In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, the minimum base salary starts at $150,000. This role is also eligible for a discretionary performance bonus. 

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:
We are seeking a Quantitative Trader with 1–3 years of experience to help build and scale a systematic equities trading business. This role combines quantitative research, strategy development and live trading. The position offers meaningful ownership, direct impact on trading performance, and a path to increased risk-taking responsibility. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize systematic equity trading strategies 
• Conduct quantitative research using statistical and/or machine learning techniques 
• Analyze large datasets to identify alpha signals and trading opportunities 
• Collaborate with engineering to improve trading infrastructure and execution 
• Monitor live strategies, manage risk, and adjust models in real time 
• Evaluate performance and continuously refine strategies based on results 
• Contribute to building a scalable equities trading platform and process 

Requirements:

• 1–3 years of experience in quantitative trading, research, or a related field 
• Active SIE and Series 57 licenses required 
• Strong programming skills (Python required; C++/Java a plus) 
• Solid understanding of equity market structure and execution 
• Experience with statistical modeling, time series analysis, or machine learning 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail 
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment 

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible Vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:
We are seeking a Quantitative Trader with 1–3 years of experience to help build and scale a systematic equities trading business. This role combines quantitative research, strategy development and live trading. The position offers meaningful ownership, direct impact on trading performance, and a path to increased risk-taking responsibility. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize systematic equity trading strategies 
• Conduct quantitative research using statistical and/or machine learning techniques 
• Analyze large datasets to identify alpha signals and trading opportunities 
• Collaborate with engineering to improve trading infrastructure and execution 
• Monitor live strategies, manage risk, and adjust models in real time 
• Evaluate performance and continuously refine strategies based on results 
• Contribute to building a scalable equities trading platform and process 

Requirements:

• 1–3 years of experience in quantitative trading, research, or a related field 
• Active SIE and Series 57 licenses required 
• Strong programming skills (Python required; C++/Java a plus) 
• Solid understanding of equity market structure and execution 
• Experience with statistical modeling, time series analysis, or machine learning 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail 
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment 

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible Vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:
We are seeking a Quantitative Trader with 1–3 years of experience to help build and scale a systematic equities trading business. This role combines quantitative research, strategy development and live trading. The position offers meaningful ownership, direct impact on trading performance, and a path to increased risk-taking responsibility. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize systematic equity trading strategies 
• Conduct quantitative research using statistical and/or machine learning techniques 
• Analyze large datasets to identify alpha signals and trading opportunities 
• Collaborate with engineering to improve trading infrastructure and execution 
• Monitor live strategies, manage risk, and adjust models in real time 
• Evaluate performance and continuously refine strategies based on results 
• Contribute to building a scalable equities trading platform and process 

Requirements:

• 1–3 years of experience in quantitative trading, research, or a related field 
• Active SIE and Series 57 licenses required 
• Strong programming skills (Python required; C++/Java a plus) 
• Solid understanding of equity market structure and execution 
• Experience with statistical modeling, time series analysis, or machine learning 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail 
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment 

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About the team + role 

Robinhood's Customer Experience team is committed to providing an outstanding customer experience. In your role as an Advanced Services Representative, you will be empowered to help our customers with some of their most complex issues. In particular, your work will focus primarily on options trading and margin related issues experienced by our fast-growing customers. Your job is not only to help our customers with the issues they encounter, but empower them to learn and grow as traders. You will also play a critical role in providing feedback to business partners that help further enhance our product and platform, improving the customer experience. 

As an Advanced Services Representative, you'll be the company's voice and will use exceptional empathy and product expertise to ensure our users feel understood and valued. Your mission will be to solve customer issues efficiently and effectively. Self-starters who spot and solve problems thrive at Robinhood, and you'll have a special role as the voice of our customers.

Shifts actively recruiting for by most needed:

• Remote-Overnights
• In-office Day Shift
• Remote- Mid Shift

This role is based in our Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, and Westlake, TX offices, with in-person attendance expected 5 days per week during the 9-week onboarding period. After onboarding, in-person attendance is expected at least 3 days a week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams. 

Applications for this role will be accepted through ongoing. Please connect with your recruiter for more information about this role’s application window.

What you’ll do

• Support key initiatives aimed at improving customer experience metrics (ASAT, QA) by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Identify and analyze customer issues, providing thorough and effective solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Develop subject matter expertise in areas such as Options and Margin trading to effectively handle and resolve technical customer queries.
• Utilize customer insights and data analytics to identify trends, escalate findings, and propose customer-centric solutions.
• Contribute to internal knowledge bases, training content, and onboarding processes to improve team readiness and effectiveness.
• Address escalated customer issues, ensuring swift resolution while balancing business integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Engage in continuous learning and actively participate in team-driven process improvements.
• Provide customer support for Event Contracts upon obtaining Series 3 licensure, leveraging strong derivatives and risk management expertise

What you bring 

• 3+ years of customer experience within financial services, including at least 1 year working in an active trader role or on a trade desk.
• Active Series 7 & 63 
• Bonus if you have Series 3 & 4 
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, Compliance, Engineering) to enhance product functionality and customer satisfaction.
• Proven track record of effectively handling escalated customers and successfully de-escalating them
• Familiarity with support platforms and CRM tools (e.g. Salesforce)
• Enthusiasm for financial markets, trading platforms, and fintech innovations.

What we offer

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
• Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
• Best in class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
• Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
• Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.

Optiver is looking for an Institutional Trader to join our Trading Team. As one of the key faces of our organization, you will translate market intricacies into strategic trades, driving profitability and expanding our trading counterparties utilizing your strong interpersonal skills. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our institutional business.

What you’ll do:

Institutional traders often take on the largest and most impactful trades across the landscape. Every day presents them with new interactions, experiences and situations to navigate. In this role, you will also:

• Represent Optiver by managing current and building new relationships with external counterparties
• Interpret large flows to inform trading strategies
• Identify new market opportunities in order to diversify our strategies and maximize team success
• Collaborate with our internal sales and trading desks to make real-time contributions to trading and pricing decisions

What you’ll get:

• The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries
• A highly competitive compensation package
• Global profit-sharing pool and performance-based bonus structure
• 401(k) match up to 50%
• Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
• 25 paid vacation days alongside market holidays
• Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more

Who you are:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree (required)
• Have 2-5 years of experience trading Index and/or Equity Derivatives at a Bank or Propriety Trading Firm
• Expertise in trading and position management around market flows
• Have a deep understanding of the market landscape and industry dynamics, allowing for the identification of innovative growth prospects
• Excellent communicator with experience building and maintaining external relationships in your prior roles
• Competitive attitude and dedication to constantly improve in a team environment  
• Strong mathematical and quantitative background
• Legal authorization to work in the US 

Who we are:

At Optiver, our mission is to improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and stabilising the market no matter the conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we prioritise safeguarding the health and efficiency of the markets for all participants. As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a respected partner on 100+ exchanges across the globe.

Our differences are our edge. Optiver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

Optiver is expanding its Systematic Options Trading Team and seeking exceptional Quantitative Researchers and Traders to drive its next phase of growth. You’ll join a team at the forefront of designing and optimizing our automated systems that work autonomously or alongside our operational options traders. With significant resources, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a collaborative environment, you'll help shape the direction of our trading systems and execution models.

What you’ll do

• Design, develop, and refine systematic trading strategies to optimize market reactions, order placement, and execution in order to maximize trading performance
• Utilize modelling, machine learning, and other techniques to gather insights from data in this pursuit

What you’ll get

You’ll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem-solvers. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you’ll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, collectively tackling some of the toughest challenges in the financial markets.

In addition, you’ll receive:

• The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries
• A highly competitive compensation package
• Global profit-sharing pool and performance-based bonus structure
• 401(k) match up to 50%
• Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
• 25 paid vacation days alongside market holidays
• Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more

Who you are

• 3+ years of index options experience focused on systematic trading
• BS, MS, or PhD in a quantitative or technical field
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills, with a track record of applying them to trading problems
• Proficient in programming (Python, C++, or similar)
• Collaborative team player with experience working across departments and partnering closely with development
• A self-starter who identifies opportunities to make an impact

Who we are:
At Optiver, our mission is to improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and stabilising the market no matter the conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we prioritise safeguarding the health and efficiency of the markets for all participants. As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a respected partner on 100+ exchanges across the globe.

Our differences are our edge. Optiver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and disciplined Trader to execute and manage long only and hedged equity strategies in separately managed accounts (SMAs). The equities strategies include the utilization of options and/or short positions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of options pricing, volatility, risk management, and execution, along with a solid grasp of how these strategies are applied within broader portfolios. This includes an understanding of underlying equity positions, position sizing, sector exposures, and how options impact overall portfolio construction. This role also demands strong quantitative skills, real-time decision-making ability, and a consistent track record of disciplined execution.

Focus provides team members the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule. Our hybrid model is defined as 3 days in office work required per week, while giving team members the option to work remotely 2 days per week, or as assigned by their team leader.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor the individual stock (long only and hedged) trading strategies across Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs).
• Maintain a strong understanding of underlying portfolios, including individual holdings, position weights, target allocations, and sector exposures, and how these inputs inform options strategy implementation.
• Execute tax-loss harvesting trades within the confines of the aforementioned strategies.
• Manage trade execution, client allocations, and performance reporting processes.
• Provide feedback and insight to the Portfolio Management and investment teams to inform and refine investment strategies.
• Maintain and manage risk exposures in real-time, adhering to firm and regulatory limits.
• Use proprietary and third-party tools to model trade outcomes and assess risk/reward profiles.
• Collaborate with sell-side firms, portfolio managers, research, operations, and technology teams to ensure accuracy across trade allocations and performance reporting.
• Generate performance reports and contribute to post-trade analysis and strategy improvement.
• Stay up to date on market developments, trading regulations, and industry best practices.
• Manage multiple workflows and projects simultaneously while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
• Communicate to stakeholders, including firm advisors and clients (as needed).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of trading experience, preferably with individual equities and listed options.
• Strong knowledge of derivatives pricing models (Black-Scholes, Greeks, volatility skew/smile).
• Proficiency in trading platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, ThinkOrSwim, TradeStation, Eikon) and analytical tools (Python, Excel/VBA, R, or similar).
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent risk management discipline and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Detail oriented with the ability to develop and manage checks and balances to ensure accuracy of trades and allocations to client accounts.

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be $125,000 - $150,000 per year. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Position Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and disciplined Trader to execute and manage long only and hedged equity strategies in separately managed accounts (SMAs). The equities strategies include the utilization of options and/or short positions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of options pricing, volatility, risk management, and execution, along with a solid grasp of how these strategies are applied within broader portfolios. This includes an understanding of underlying equity positions, position sizing, sector exposures, and how options impact overall portfolio construction. This role also demands strong quantitative skills, real-time decision-making ability, and a consistent track record of disciplined execution.

Focus provides team members the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule. Our hybrid model is defined as 3 days in office work required per week, while giving team members the option to work remotely 2 days per week, or as assigned by their team leader.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor the individual stock (long only and hedged) trading strategies across Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs).
• Maintain a strong understanding of underlying portfolios, including individual holdings, position weights, target allocations, and sector exposures, and how these inputs inform options strategy implementation.
• Execute tax-loss harvesting trades within the confines of the aforementioned strategies.
• Manage trade execution, client allocations, and performance reporting processes.
• Provide feedback and insight to the Portfolio Management and investment teams to inform and refine investment strategies.
• Maintain and manage risk exposures in real-time, adhering to firm and regulatory limits.
• Use proprietary and third-party tools to model trade outcomes and assess risk/reward profiles.
• Collaborate with sell-side firms, portfolio managers, research, operations, and technology teams to ensure accuracy across trade allocations and performance reporting.
• Generate performance reports and contribute to post-trade analysis and strategy improvement.
• Stay up to date on market developments, trading regulations, and industry best practices.
• Manage multiple workflows and projects simultaneously while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
• Communicate to stakeholders, including firm advisors and clients (as needed).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of trading experience, preferably with individual equities and listed options.
• Strong knowledge of derivatives pricing models (Black-Scholes, Greeks, volatility skew/smile).
• Proficiency in trading platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, ThinkOrSwim, TradeStation, Eikon) and analytical tools (Python, Excel/VBA, R, or similar).
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent risk management discipline and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Detail oriented with the ability to develop and manage checks and balances to ensure accuracy of trades and allocations to client accounts.

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be $125,000 - $150,000 per year. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm deploying its own capital across discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies. Backed by deep expertise in trading, technology, and research, we are relentlessly focused on improving liquidity across global listed derivatives. Through advanced execution and pricing technologies, we improve how financial markets operate.

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically adept individual to join our expanding operations team in the United States. Beginning with hands-on, in-depth training provided by the global operations team, you will quickly assume a key role as the primary contact for all operational activities supporting the rapidly growing US trading desks. Covering an ever-expanding product base, you’ll play a critical role in building and optimizing robust operational processes, ensuring data integrity across all trade, position, and cash management activities.

Maven’s Operations team thrives on proactive collaboration, strong financial and technical expertise, and the innovative use of technology. You will be empowered to leverage automation, advanced data analytics, and the latest operational tools to enhance efficiency, drive process improvements, and support business growth. Working cross-functionally, you will build trusted relationships across the business, positioning yourself as a subject matter expert across multiple disciplines.

ROLE SPECIFICATIONS

• Monitoring of US trading activity and responding to trader inquiries including booking trades, position organisation and drop copy/FIX messaging monitoring
• Daily monitoring and resolution of trade breaks and fails with prime brokers, clearers, and counterparties
• Daily monitoring and processing of trade lifecycle and corporate action activity in line with trading desk decisions and prime broker elections
• Reconciliation of all trade & cash activity, PnL, positions, and cash balances across all relevant portfolios and accounts   
• Work closely with line manager, managing duties and tasks set in a proactive organised manner
• Monitor group email inbox in relation to resolving breaks, settlement activity, fails, buy-ins etc as necessary
• Assist London & Hong Kong Operations teams as needed during US hours
• Perform BAU duties to a high standard and provide assistance in team projects

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS

• BA in business/accounting/finance or related discipline
• 2-5 years operational experience gained at a market making or proprietary trading firm
• Ability to respond in an accurate manner to queries from front office and other Business Support Teams
• Experience working in a high-pressure & high-volume environment with ability to deliver results in time sensitive situations
• Knowledge of equity and listed derivative instruments including lifecycle events such as corporate actions and exercise / assignments, respectively
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills 
• Knowledge of VBA/Python/SQL is advantageous

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A great environment whereby technology is key to our success.
• The upside of start-up without the associated risks.
• Friendly, informal and highly rewarding culture.
• Informal dress code.
• Great offices with free food and plenty of social events.
• Fast growing global firm with significant opportunity to build a long term career.
• Annual base compensation $85,000 - $110,000 USD plus eligibility for a discretionary bonus

ThinkMarkets is a global online brokerage firm, specializing in multi-asset trading solutions to thousands of clients around the world. With our flagship ThinkTrader platform, we enable clients to trade global markets 24/7. Our mission is to build an AI-first trading platform by providing access to global markets, advanced trading features and thousands of products across multiple geographies so our clients can trade the world. We use the latest technologies to give traders seamless access to our proprietary trading platforms. 

We are seeking a Marketing Intern to join our global team in London. This is a role for an aspiring marketer who believes that the future of marketing is AI-augmented. You'll support retail trader acquisition, learn performance marketing, and work with AI tools to scale output. 

This is an entry-level role suited to a motivated, data-curious person with an interest in marketing technology and AI-driven creative. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support acquisition campaigns across paid media, SEM, and mobile app marketing for FX/CFD trading products
• Analyse performance data across the funnel, identifying drop-offs and optimisation opportunities
• Work with CAC, LTV, conversion rates, and campaign-level metrics to improve performance
• Learn and apply tools within the Google Marketing Platform (Google Ads, GA4)
• Contribute to mobile app growth initiatives, including ASO and app install campaigns for trading audiences 
• Use AI tools to generate, test, and iterate on ad creatives and campaign structures
• Contribute to growth initiatives across landing pages, messaging, and user journeys
• Contribute to campaign reporting, dashboards, and performance insights

Requirements:  

• Recently completed (or in final year of) a degree in Marketing, Business, Computer Science, or a quantitative field
• Strong analytical mindset, comfortable working with numbers, data, and maths/statistics
• Demonstrated interest in performance marketing, growth, or campaign-based roles
• Familiarity with platforms such as Google Ads, Meta, TikTok, or similar (academic or personal projects is fine)
• Exposure to AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, automation tools, etc.) and curiosity to apply them in marketing
• Strong interest in fintech, trading platforms, or financial markets (FX, CFDs, crypto, or equities exposure is a plus)
• Proactive, self-starter mindset with the ability to take ownership of tasks
• Available to start immediately or on short notice

Internship Details 

• Duration: 6 months (extendable based on performance) 
• Type: Full-time, stipend-based 
• Location: London office 
• Potential: High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles

We are looking for a commercially driven OTC Crypto Trader to join our team in Zug. In this role, you will be directly responsible for growing the desk’s PnL and executing block trades across digital asset markets. You will be entrusted with large ticket sizes and expected to operate with professionalism, discretion, and a sharp commercial instinct.

Your Core Responsibilities: 

• Manage risk effectively on large ticket transactions, ensuring best execution and competitive pricing
• Monitor markets and maintain awareness of macro and crypto-specific developments affecting trading
• Collaborate with internal teams including technology, compliance, and operations

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Minimum 2 years of trading experience, ideally on a flow or block trading desk
• Traditional finance or non-crypto trading backgrounds welcome; crypto trading experience is a strong plus
• Demonstrable track record of handling large notional trades with sound risk management
• Intermediate Python skills — comfortable with data analysis, scripting, and trade tooling
• Commercially driven with a strong client-facing mindset
• Trustworthy, reliable, and able to exercise independent judgment under pressure
• Work nonstandard weeks i.e. cover weekends and evening shifts as required in exchange for off days on other weekdays

What We Offer: 

• Competitive base salary and performance-linked bonus structure
• Exposure to a fast-growing, high-conviction crypto trading operation
• Access to deep liquidity and a broad institutional counterparty network
• Collaborative environment with the team in Zug, one of Europe’s premier crypto hubs
• Opportunity for significant career progression as the firm scales

About Us:
Founded more than 15 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 450 people operating throughout North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:
For this very specific role, DV Trading is actively seeking to hire solely experienced traders or trading teams who have recent, relevant, successful strategies with a proven record of success. The only applications that will be considered for this role are ones coming from reputed prop firms, pod shops, or hedge funds, but please bear in mind, returns must be prop-like in nature. Also, while we love speaking with Forex traders, Mr TopStep and other funded traders, respectfully this type of trade activity doesn't qualify for this role, so please bear that in mind as you contemplate applying.

***UPDATE*** DV Trading is experiencing rapid positive change, we like to think by the day. We are always trying to align ourselves with the best trading minds on the street. DV, and any successful proprietary trading firm, for matter, must have a DNA comprised of not just highly competitive people, but ones of the highest moral character. This cannot be overstated. If this is you, please apply! I/we will look forward to connecting with you and exploring possibilities!

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of working experience within a proprietary trading firm or pod shop
• At least 2 years in a risk taking role
• Ability to clearly articulate your strategy as well as provide validation
• Accountability for own actions
• Possessor of high moral character and integrity

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, for more than 40 years, we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. Our success stems from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. We believe in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration and we empower each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the very start of their career with Gelber. We invest in our future through our technology and talented staff, strategically committing resources to move our firm forward and help our people succeed. We trade a little bit of everything here and are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and focus on a true meritocracy attracts individuals with an edge which contributes to our consistent success.

As an Experienced Discretionary Energy Trader, you will have a real opportunity to have a huge impact on the firm. You will work side by side with other successful and talented individuals to capitalize on market opportunities across global energy markets. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, a competitive attitude, and a proven record of profitability in a trading position for at least 3 years. This is a senior risk-taking role that will be a key idea generator for the desk.

The ideal candidate would work hybrid from our headquarters in Chicago, IL or office in White Plains, NY, though we are open to remote candidates.

What you’ll do:

• Manage your own trading book with a focus on energy markets such as refined products, natural gas, and power
• Manage your own risk across a portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions
• Analyze market fundamentals including supply/demand dynamics, storage levels, weather patterns, geopolitical developments, and regulatory changes
• Interpret price action, spreads, and order flow to identify trading opportunities
• Develop, test, and refine discretionary or systematic-informed strategies using historical and real-time market data
• Continuously monitor market conditions, news, and macroeconomic and energy-specific events
• Monitor material changes in levels of risk and variance in PnL, especially focused around deviation from your plans, and proactively communicate those changes to leadership

What we’d like to see:

• Experience trading energy products such as natural gas or power.
• Nice-to-have experience includes emissions markets, biofuels, Renewable Energy Certificates, or cross-commodity trading
• Proven track record independently managing a PnL, or being a senior member of a team driving strategy
• Prior Proprietary Trading or Hedge Fund PM experience strongly preferred
• Larger bank or physical trading shop experience may be considered if significant decision-making autonomy existed
• Defined discretionary edge in energy markets such as fundamental modeling, weather-driven analysis, flow-based insights, or relative value/spread trading
• Strong understanding of energy market structure (e.g., storage, transportation, seasonality, regional dislocations)
• Entrepreneurial mindset with competitive nature
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work both autonomously and as a team player
• Quant skills and data literacy are a plus but not required; ability to incorporate data into decision-making is preferred
• Openness to feedback and willingness to adapt your trading style with changes in market conditions
• 3+ years of verified, risk-adjusted profitability

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position in Chicago, IL and New York is $72,000 to $120,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include, but are not limited to, the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package.

Benefits Highlights

• Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees in order to meet you and your covered dependents needs. Our comprehensive benefits offering includes:
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment
• Employee referral bonus program
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code

What you'll do:

In this role, you will own the product roadmap for NinjaTrader's Core Platform, leading the Web and Mobile Squad to deliver best-in-class trading experiences across our web and mobile surfaces. You will drive the end-to-end product experience for traders of all levels, building advanced trading workflows while ensuring the platform is fast, elegant, and built around the needs of active traders. Your work will directly improve trader confidence, platform stickiness, and increase trading activity on our Core platforms.

In this role you will:

• Drive the overall product roadmap for the Core Platform Web/Mobile Squad in collaboration with product leadership, engineering, and design, ensuring alignment with broader company strategy and goals
• Define and sequence a coherent quarterly roadmap for web and mobile trading experiences that balances trader needs, business outcomes, and technical feasibility
• Own the end-to-end trader experience across web and mobile surfaces, from order entry and charting to account management and platform navigation by designing intuitive, high-performance interfaces that move traders forward with confidence
• Partner closely with UX/design to uphold a high bar for interface quality, accessibility, and consistency across platforms
• Serve as the voice of the trader, deeply understanding user behaviors, pain points, and goals through research and data, translating those insights into clear product decisions
• Define and own Core Platform product metrics, using data to guide prioritization, measure feature impact, and drive continuous improvement across web and mobile surfaces

What you'll need:

• 7+ years of product management experience, with 3+ years of experience managing web and/or mobile product experiences, preferably within a fintech or trading platform
• Demonstrated experience building and shipping trading product experiences, with a strong understanding of trader workflows, order types, charting, and market data surfaces
• Strong UI/UX sensibility with a track record of partnering with design to ship polished, high-quality consumer trading experiences
• Proven ability to own and grow platform-level product lines at scale, balancing feature velocity with platform health
• Strong analytical skills with experience using data to guide prioritization and product iteration and owning product metrics for funding initiatives
• Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable owning large problem areas and operating in ambiguity
• Team-first mentality with an ability to mentor peers and influence without authority

Bonus points for:

• Deep domain expertise in trading platforms, brokerage products, or financial data products
• Demonstrable experience launching products from 0 to 1 and scaling them

Compensation:

The salary range for this role will be $180,000 - $210,000 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 15%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).

Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401K plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual paid time off allowance accrues at a rate of 23 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays.

Location:

This role is based in Chicago, IL. *There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, Wisconsin.

Hybrid:

For Chicago-based employees, we follow a hybrid work schedule: In-office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer:

• 20 additional flex remote days annually
• 5 Company Wide Office-Optional weeks tied to major holidays

What you'll do: 

In this role, you will lead research initiatives that bridge the gap between complex trading workflows and intuitive product design. You will apply a variety of research methodologies, from generative to evaluative, to uncover user needs, validate solutions, and optimize the trading experience. Your insights will directly influence the design and development of NinjaTrader’s Futures Trading platform, ensuring it meets and exceeds the expectations of expert and new traders. 

In this role you will: 

• Strategically select and apply research methods based on project needs 
• Generative research to explore trader behaviors, workflows, and pain points 
• Concept validation to refine ideas before development 
• Evaluative research to assess the effectiveness of design solutions 
• Behavioral and quantitative research to track user patterns and validate findings at scale 
• Conduct deep research into trader psychology, decision-making under pressure, and automation workflows, ensuring the platform supports both expert and new-to-futures traders 
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and engineers to translate insights into user-centered solutions 
• Develop personas and journey maps to align stakeholders on trader goals and pain points 
• Advocate for research-backed decision-making, ensuring UX is grounded in user needs rather than assumptions 
• Present findings in compelling ways through reports, workshops, and data-driven storytelling 
• Partner with market researchers and data analysts to triangulate user insights with behavioral data and market trends 
• Establish and refine research frameworks, processes, and best practices to scale research impact across teams 

What you'll need: 

• 5+ years of UX research experience in complex environments (fintech, trading, enterprise software, or similar domains) 
• Expertise in a broad range of research methods, knowing when and how to apply each based on the research objective 
• Experience conducting usability studies and optimizing workflows for high-stakes decision-making environments 
• Ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative insights to tell a clear and compelling user story 
• Proficiency in UX research tools and behavioral analytics 
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work across design, product, data, marketing, and engineering teams to drive user-centered solutions 
• Excellent communication and storytelling abilities, with experience presenting insights to senior stakeholders 

Bonus points for: 

• Experience with futures trading platforms or other financial markets 
• Background in behavioral economics or cognitive psychology 
• Experience working in fast-paced, agile environments 
• Familiarity with trading platforms, real-time data visualization, risk management tools, or trading concepts is a huge plus 

Compensation: 

The salary range for this role will be $130,000 - $150,000 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 12%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%). 

Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401K plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual paid time off allowance accrues at a rate of 18 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays. Additional details on our total compensation package and benefits are listed below. 

Location:  

This role is based in Chicago, IL. *There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C. 

Hybrid:

For Chicago-based employees, we follow a hybrid work schedule: In-office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer:

• 20 additional flex remote days annually 
• 5 Company Wide Office-Optional weeks tied to major holidays 

What you'll do:

In this role, you will own the product vision and strategy for the Trader Engagement vertical, driving growth across engagement and retention. The goal of the Trader Engagement area is to provide relevant product experiences that enable traders of all levels to develop confidence through competence, helping them progress toward their personal trading goals. The results of your efforts will increase user stickiness on our platform, convert prospects from demo (free trial) users to funded users, and ultimately build a community of active, confident traders.

In this role you will:

• Drive the overall product strategy and vision for Trader Engagement in collaboration with product and growth leadership, marketing, engineering, design, and data science teams, ensuring alignment with broader strategic company goals, including the integration of AI-powered experiences across the trader journey
• Set organizational direction for engagement, conversion, and retention, translating company goals into a coherent, sequenced roadmap on a quarterly basis with a clear point of view on where AI and personalization unlock improvements in trader outcomes
• Lead and develop a team of PMs, establishing a high-performance culture grounded in product excellence, customer empathy, and rigorous execution
• Own the engagement flywheel end-to-end, from first meaningful moment through long-term retention, designing experiences that move traders through each stage with confidence, including AI-driven nudges and personalized learning recommendations
• Partner with data science and ML teams to build and iterate on personalization and recommender systems that surface the right content, tools, and guidance to each trader at the right moment
• Design and run experiments to test hypotheses related to growth, engagement, and AI feature effectiveness, establishing clear metrics and feedback loops to scale what works

What you'll need:

• 8+ years of product management experience, with at least 3 years leading other PMs or product teams
• Demonstrated track record of owning and growing engagement, conversion, or retention product lines at scale
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive alignment across business, engineering, and external stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills, with experience using data to guide prioritization and product iteration, and comfortable reviewing product metrics with broader stakeholders
• Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable owning large problem areas and operating in ambiguity
• Team-first mentality with an ability to mentor peers and influence without authority

Bonus points for:

• Experience in fintech or trading platforms
• Hands-on expertise in developing AI/ML-driven native applications
• Experience with recommender systems and/or personalization at scale
• Demonstrable experience launching products from 0 to 1 and scaling them

Compensation:

The salary range for this role will be $180,000.00 - $230,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 15%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).

Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401K plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual paid time off allowance accrues at a rate of 23 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays.

Location:

This role is based in Chicago, IL. *There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, Wisconsin.

Hybrid:

For Chicago-based employees, we follow a hybrid work schedule: In-office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer:

• 20 additional flex remote days annually
• 5 Company Wide Office-Optional weeks tied to major holidays

About Akuna:

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 – 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. 

Our Founding Partners first conceptualized 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, London and Singapore.

What you’ll do as an Options 201 Course Participant at Akuna:

Are you bright, math-savvy, competitive, and want to see what working at a trading firm is like? Perhaps you have taken an options class (perhaps Akuna’s Options 101 Course) and want to take your trading knowledge to the next level? Akuna Capital is excited to offer a week-long virtual seminar showcasing derivatives trading. This opportunity is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in our industry and who want an inside look at life as a trader at Akuna.

During our 1-week virtual Options 201 Course, running from September 21st - 25th, 2026, we will build upon what was introduced in our online Options Trading 101 Course. We will dive deep into how market makers 1) price options 2) analyze risk 3) automate their workflow and more. Please note that prior completion of the Options 101 Course is not required, but highly recommended. 

By the end of the course, we expect all participants to better understand options market making and most importantly have a better idea of if trading is the right career for them. 

Qualities that make great candidates:

• Able to dedicate 2 hours each day from September 21st - 25th, 2026 to attend virtual lectures, mini-shadows, office hours, and complete quizzes. 
• Pursuing a BS/MS/PhD in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, or a related/equivalent field
• Strong math aptitude, numerical and quantitative analysis skills
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, competitive, team environment
• Graduating between September 2026 – August 2028
• Completion of our separate Options 101 Course is not a requirement, but highly recommended!

Application Process:

• Submit your resume and a one-page/500 words max motivation letter describing your interest in Akuna Capital and detailing what sets you apart from other applicants
• Please include what else you accomplished this year, including internships, summer courses, part-time jobs, etc.
• Successful applicants will be required to complete a few initial assessments by September 14th, 2026 to guarantee a spot in the course
• A limited number of candidates will be invited to join our week-long virtual course
• Top performers will have the opportunity to be expedited to final round interviews for our Junior Trader role (depending on intended graduation date, cohort start would be August 2027 or August 2028) at the end of the program
  • Any offer of employment from Akuna is ultimately contingent on verification of your right to work in the United States on the first day of employment, consent to a background check including the successful review and completion of such background check, and review and execution of the Company's Restrictive Covenant and Employee Work Made for Hire Agreement

About Clear Street:

The Role:

We are seeking an Experienced Software Engineer to join our Algorithmic Execution Services team, focusing on the design, development and maintenance of high-performance trading systems and their underlying algorithms.

• Enhance and develop: Responsible for improving existing core system components and support tools.
• Full-stack development: Design, develop, test, and deploy system enhancements.
• High-performance systems: Build highly available, horizontally scalable, mission-critical applications using modern technology.
• Problem-solving and collaboration: Hone advanced engineering skills by tackling challenges and working with stakeholders to define and deliver new features.
• Domain expertise: Develop a deep understanding of the business domain through this work.

The Team: 

The Algorithmic Execution Services  team builds Clear Street’s electronic trading platform, supporting best execution across asset classes and regions. We develop low-latency order routing, algorithmic strategies, smart order logic, and direct market access.

Our focus is performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency—enabling faster execution, smarter routing, and real-time risk controls. Working at the intersection of trading and engineering, AES powers Clear Street’s most advanced trading workflows and sophisticated order handling with the flexibility to service both the active trader and institutional workflows.

Requirements: 

• Ideally 10+ years of experience in developing high-performance algorithmic financial applications.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Math, or a related STEM field.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information 
• Strong computer programming skills using Java and Python in a Linux environment.
• Strong understanding of financial markets.
• Relevant experience using FIX and binary protocols communicating with counterparties.
• Experience with low latency, multi-threaded programming and distributed application architecture.
• Strong understanding of computer systems, including operating systems, networks, and performance optimization.
• Experience with modern software development practices and tools.
• Strong passion for technology and continuous learning.
• Experience with relational databases, preferably Oracle and Postgres.

Bonus:

• Experience with publish/subscribe multicast protocols.
• Proficiency in optimizing critical code paths.
• Experience in unit test development.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies, such as Docker.

Tech Stack: Our tech stack is primarily Java, Python and C++.

We Offer:
The Base Salary Range is $200,000 - $250,000. These ranges are representative of the starting base salaries for this role at Clear Street. Which range a candidate fits into and where a candidate falls in the range will be based on job related factors such as relevant experience, skills, and location. These ranges represent Base Salary only, which is just one element of Clear Street's total compensation. The ranges stated do not include other factors of total compensation such as bonuses or equity.

At Clear Street, we offer competitive compensation packages, company equity, 401k matching, gender neutral parental leave, and full medical, dental and vision insurance. Our belief has always been that we are better as a business when we are all together in person. We are requiring employees to be in the office 4 days per week. In-office benefits include lunch stipends, fully stocked kitchens, happy hours, a great location, and amazing views.

Our top priority is our people. We’re continuously investing in a culture that promotes collaboration. We help each other through challenges and celebrate each other's successes. We believe that modern workplaces succeed by virtue of having high-performance workforces that are diverse — in ideas, in cultures, and in experiences. We put in the effort to make such a workplace a daily reality and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  

#LI-Hybrid

Jump Trading Group is committed to world class research. We empower exceptional talents in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to seek scientific boundaries, push through them, and apply cutting edge research to global financial markets. Our culture is unique. Constant innovation requires fearlessness, creativity, intellectual honesty, and a relentless competitive streak. We believe in winning together and unlocking unique individual talent by incenting collaboration and mutual respect. At Jump, research outcomes drive more than superior risk adjusted returns. We design, develop, and deploy technologies that change our world, fund start-ups across industries, and partner with leading global research organizations and universities to solve problems.

Our trading teams are each comprised of a dynamic group of traders, quantitative researchers, and engineers who work together to examine the global markets, seeking to understand the complexities of various traded products and exchanges. They leverage their impeccable statistical analysis and data mining skills, using the results of their research to make forecasts and develop profitable predictive trading models.

The Global Centralized Trading Desk (OTS) sits at the intersection of quant strategy, providing oversight, market intelligence, and analytical firepower. We are seeking a Trader that is passionate about the markets and comfortable with a 4 day schedule which includes 1 weekend day.

What You’ll Do:

• Control and monitor the performance and execution of trading strategies along with adjusting risk parameters.
• Tackle operational challenges to ensure our automated trading strategies continue to operate at peak performance.
• Work with and closely mentored by seasoned traders (both locally and globally) with years of trading experience with an opportunity to influence the underlying alpha and strategies directly. 
• Provide thorough feedback on strategy performance, market conditions and other impactful trading observations to the team.
• Hands on - front line trading global markets through changing economic conditions and market events.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills you’ll need:

• A passion for trading and the financial markets with at least two years’ experience
• Proven success working with automated trading systems at an electronic trading firm strongly desired
• Strong Python skills. C++ or similar languages are a bonus. 
• Ability to multitask and thrive under pressure
• Self-starting personality with exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable and predictable availability

We are looking for a recent graduate to join IMC as a Graduate Broker Trader. IMC is a high frequency trading firm with a strong trading presence in the broker market. As a Graduate Broker Trader, you will be part of highly motivated team facing the daily challenge of managing the execution and risk of complex trading portfolios. In this role, you’ll respond to quotes in the broker market both over the phone and on screen, leveraging quantitative analysis to discern the best opportunities. Additionally, you will actively build and enhance the quality of our electronic trading strategies, requiring superior analytical, mathematical, and computing skills. We’re seeking someone who loves participating in markets and building tools to succeed in them. 

Your Core Responsibilities:

• Engage in immersive, practical training to quickly acquire the skills needed to be successful on a trading desk
• Work in a team of broker and screen traders to optimize trading utilizing quantitative strategies and analyses
• Make markets throughout the day on a variety of mediums
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers
• Perform trades analysis to improve trading
• Develop, maintain, and enhance trading models, algorithms, systems, and positional risk
• Find a competitive edge to drive results in the market while collaborating effectively with fellow IMC traders

Your Skills and Experience:

• 0-1 year of experience in a quantitative-focused role or a current university student graduating between September 2025 and July 2026 that is pursuing a degree in a quantitative field of study (e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or similar)
• Superior numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Thrives and is able to make decisions in a fast-moving and competitive environment
• A team player with a proactive, self-driven attitude
• Experience with programming in Python is required
• A desire to learn and solve complex problems
• Interest in financial markets; previous knowledge is not required
• Must be available for full-time employment starting in August 2026

You may submit one application per role each year.  We strongly encourage you to focus on applying to a single role that best matches your skills and interests.  Though you may apply to multiple roles, please note that each application will be evaluated based on the specific criteria established for that particular role.If you have already applied for this position during the current recruitment season and were not selected, you may reapply when the next recruitment season begins in 2026.

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

Base Salary: $200,000

Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening.

Role Overview

The Front-End Platform Developer designs, builds, and maintains internal trading systems that support trading visualization, trade management, algorithmic trading logic, risk limit management and trader configuration. This role is highly visible firm wide and partners closely with Trading, Risk, and Technology teams—including regular interaction with senior leadership—to deliver scalable solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, while reducing latencies across our trading infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain internal toolset, dashboards and various backing services leveraged by our Trading, Support and Risk teams.
• Partner with traders and cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver high-impact, scalable solutions.
• Develop and extend the current frontend trading platform and supporting APIs, including various trade entry, management tools and technologies.
• Improve system performance, reliability, and scalability through testing, monitoring, automation, refactoring, and production support.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–5 years of professional software development experience.
• Strong C# (.NET or .NET Framework) experience building high-performance desktop applications.
• Experience with real-time data processing — TCP, multicast, or similar high-throughput data feeds.
• Experience rendering and interacting with large, rapidly updating datasets in a UI context.
• Familiarity with multithreading, lock-free patterns, and performance profiling/optimization.
• Solid understanding of databases and data modeling (SQL preferred).
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written and presentation skills) and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and concurrent development initiatives, collaborating directly with traders (or similarly collaborative end-users), Support and Technology teams.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with various visualization API technologies such as DirectX or OpenGL.
• Experience developing advanced UI tools leveraging various frontend UI development frameworks.
• Experience developing servers and/or services with C++.
• Experience building complex multithreaded applications, preferably using native Threads and appropriate patterns.
• Exposure to AI or machine learning, particularly applied use cases such as automation or intelligent reporting.
• Experience in trading, financial services, game development, or other high-reliability, time-sensitive environments.
• Experience translating business requirements into clear, maintainable technical solutions.

Compensation 

Base Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000, plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus. 

Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, Geneva Trading offers a competitive total rewards package, including a comprehensive benefits program. Learn more about our employee incentives here: https://www.genevatrading.com/employee-incentives/ 

Application expected to close: 6/01/2026 

We are looking for a recent graduate to join IMC as a Graduate Floor Trader. IMC is a high frequency trading firm and we have a strong trading presence in the broker market on the trading floor. As a Graduate Floor Trader, you will be assigned to one of the many EO options trading floors in the U.S., where you will actively respond to quotes in the open outcry broker market. We’re seeking someone who loves participating in markets and has superior analytical, mathematical, and computing skills. As a graduate floor trader your decisions have a direct impact on IMC’s trading strategies.

Your Core Responsibilities: 

• Work in a team of broker and screen traders to optimize trading
• Interact with brokers throughout the day, making markets and providing liquidity
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers
• Perform trades analysis to improve trading
• Develop, maintain, and enhance trading models, algorithms, systems, and positional risk
• Research new market opportunities   

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Recent university graduate or current university student graduating between May 2025 and July 2026 with a degree in finance, economics, mathematics or related field of study
• Superior numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Genuine interest in financial markets, though no prior knowledge or experience required
• Ability to work successfully in a fast-moving and competitive environment
• Experience with programming in Python is and advantage
• A team player – at IMC we’re all in together
• Eagerness to continuously learn
• Open to travel within the US to support IMC across multiple exchanges   
• Must be available to start full-time employment in August 2026

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

Base Salary: $200,000 USD

Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening.

Geneva Trading is seeking a Mid-Level System Engineer to join our Core Infrastructure team in Chicago. This is a high-impact role where you will manage the intersection of elite hardware, Linux optimization, and low-latency networking. You will be responsible for ensuring our global trading platform remains performant, resilient, and highly automated.

Key Responsibilities

• Linux Infrastructure: Provision, configure, and maintain high-performance Red Hat/CentOS/Ubuntu environments.
• Automation & Orchestration: Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) pipelines using Ansible, Terraform, or SaltStack.
• System Tuning: Fine-tune BIOS, kernel settings, and NICs (Solarflare/Mellanox) to squeeze every microsecond out of the stack.
• Network Integration: Collaborate with the Network Engineering team to manage high-bandwidth, low-latency trading paths.
• Monitoring: Proactively monitor system health and latency metrics using Prometheus, Grafana, or Telegraf.
• Hardware Lifecycle: Manage the deployment and troubleshooting of enterprise-grade bare-metal servers (Dell, HP, Supermicro).

Soft Skills & Communication

• Crisis Composure: Ability to remain calm and focused during high-volatility market events or system outages.
• Trader Interaction: Translate complex technical issues into concise updates for non-technical stakeholders (Traders and Quants) in real-time.
• Collaboration: A proactive communicator who documents "post-mortems" and shares knowledge across the engineering team to prevent recurring issues.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced Linux: Deep knowledge of the Linux kernel, system internals, and performance profiling tools.
• Scripting: Strong proficiency in Python or Bash for building tools and automating workflows.
• Server Architecture: Experience with modern server hardware, including CPU pinning, NUMA, and PCIe optimization.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Certifications: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) or equivalent networking knowledge.
• HFT Experience: Previous experience in a high-frequency trading or high-growth fintech environment.
• Low-Latency Tech: Exposure to kernel bypass (Onload), PTP (Precision Time Protocol), or FPGA integration.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000, plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus.

Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, Geneva Trading offers a competitive total rewards package, including a comprehensive benefits program. Learn more about our employee incentives here: https://www.genevatrading.com/employee-incentives/

Application expected to close: 6/01/2026

Options Trader

Eclipse Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm. Founded in 2007, we have over 110 employees across 4 office locations – Hong Kong (our HQ), Sydney, Shanghai and Chicago. Our trading expertise and strategies are deployed across several markets globally, focusing on various products including equity derivatives, delta one, ETFs, commodity derivatives, and cryptocurrency. Technology is inextricably linked to our trading strategies, creating an environment powered by intellectual curiosity, problem solving, and innovation.

We are actively seeking an Options Trader to join our growing US equity volatility trading team in Chicago. You will play a key role in managing and improving our US systematic and positional options trading strategies. You will also collaborate extensively with our quantitative researchers and technologist to drive our trading system forward and unlock trading opportunities.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage and execute multiple options trading strategies, systematic market making and positional strategies
• Responsible for the risk management of the portfolio
• Identify trading opportunities and develop trading metrics based on proprietary research and data analysis
• Collaborate with other traders and quantitative researchers to optimise existing strategies and explore new alphas
• Work closely with the quants, developers, and support staff to continuously improve our trading infrastructure system

What you offer

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field
• 2+ years of US index and equity options experience
• Proven track record of profitability and consistent trading performance
• Deep understanding of the US equity option markets and the trading opportunities
• Strong knowledge of options pricing models and volatility analysis
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed trading decisions
• Ability to thrive and make decisions in a fast-paced trading environment and handle pressure effectively
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Strong proficiency in coding with Python

What we offer

• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the bottom line
• Mentorship and training opportunities
• A flat management structure, where everyone's voice is valued
• Work life balance within a multi-cultural environment
• Attractive benefits package with discretionary bonus

Eclipse Trading is an equal opportunity employer and we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of our success as a company. We are dedicated to embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential.

All information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.

Due to the high number of responses that we receive, we are only able to respond to successful applicants.

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, for more than 40 years, we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. We believe in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration and we empower each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the very start of their career with Gelber. We invest in our future through our technology and talented staff, strategically committing resources to move our firm forward and help our people succeed. We trade a little bit of everything here and are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and focus on a true meritocracy with competitive profit splits attracts individuals with an edge which contributes to our consistent success.

As an Experienced Trader, you will have a real opportunity to have a huge impact on the firm. You will work side by side with other successful and talented individuals to capitalize on market opportunities. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, a competitive attitude, and a proven record of profitability in a trading position for at least 2 years.

This position will require a strong emphasis on in-person presence in our Chicago office, located in River North right next to the Merchandise Mart and convenient to public transportation.  

What you’ll need:

• Proven track record of profitability as a trader for at least two years
• Develop and implement trading strategies aimed at generating consistent profits while adhering to risk management guidelines and regulatory requirements
• The ability to create and support quantitative models
• Experience with data analysis programming languages (Python is a plus)
• An attentive, mindful, and focused demeanor
• Proven self-starter
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic trading environment, with a focus on teamwork, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Strong communicator who works well with others but also thrives in an entrepreneurial environment

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position in Chicago, IL is $72,000 to $120,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package.

Benefits Highlights

Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees in order to meet you and your covered dependents needs.  Our comprehensive benefits offering includes:

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Brand new office in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, attached to the Merchandise Mart and “EL” stop and a short walk from both Ogilvie and Union Train Stations
• Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
• Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Catered lunch provided Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursdays and stocked pantry daily and monthly continental breakfasts
• Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party
• Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment including a golf simulator and pool table
• Employee referral bonus program
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, for more than 40 years, we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. We believe in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration and we empower each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the very start of their career with Gelber. We invest in our future through our technology and talented staff, strategically committing resources to move our firm forward and help our people succeed. We trade a little bit of everything here and are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and focus on a true meritocracy with competitive profit splits attracts individuals with an edge which contributes to our consistent success.

As an Experienced FX Trader, you will have a real opportunity to have a huge impact on the firm. You will work side by side with other successful and talented individuals to capitalize on market opportunities. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, a competitive attitude, and a proven record of profitability in a trading position for at least 2 years.

This position will require a strong emphasis on in-person presence in our Chicago office, located in River North right next to the Merchandise Mart and convenient to public transportation.  

What you’ll do:

• Manage your own trading book with a focus on FX products
• Collaborate across your trading desk to execute teams’ goals while ensuring core risk standards are met
• Analyze market trends, order flow, and technical patterns to identify trading opportunities
• Develop, test, and refine your trading strategies using historical data and real-time market conditions
• Continuously monitor macroeconomic events, central bank policy shifts, and geopolitical developments to identify opportunities
• Conduct research to develop new strategies and improve the performance of your existing strategies
• Monitor material changes in levels of risk and variance in PnL, especially focused around deviation from your plans, and proactively communicate those changes to leadership
• Grow your own business through mentorships

What we’d like to see:

• 2 years or more of verified risk-adjusted profitability in FX markets
• Entrepreneurial mindset with competitive nature
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work autonomously and as a team player
• Proven self-starter with exceptional product knowledge, trading methodology, and market insight
• Ability to manage and communicate risk in accordance with the policies and limits set forth by the Firm
• Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools
• Openness to feedback and willingness to adapt your trading style with changes in market conditions
• Strong work ethic, and understanding that the more you put into your craft, the more you’ll get out of it
• Mentality of continuous improvement

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position in Chicago, IL is $72,000 to $120,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package.

Benefits Highlights

Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees in order to meet you and your covered dependents needs.  Our comprehensive benefits offering includes:

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Brand new office in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, attached to the Merchandise Mart and “EL” stop and a short walk from both Ogilvie and Union Train Stations
• Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
• Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Catered lunch provided Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursdays and stocked pantry daily and monthly continental breakfasts
• Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party
• Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment including a golf simulator and pool table
• Employee referral bonus program
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, for more than 40 years, we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. We believe in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration and we empower each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the very start of their career with Gelber. We invest in our future through our technology and talented staff, strategically committing resources to move our firm forward and help our people succeed. We trade a little bit of everything here and are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and focus on a true meritocracy, attracts individuals with an edge which contributes to our consistent success.

As an Experienced Equity Discretionary Trader on one of our largest desks, you will have a real opportunity to have a huge impact on the firm. You will work side by side with other successful and talented individuals to capitalize on market opportunities. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, a competitive attitude, and a proven record of profitability in a trading position for at least 3 years.

This position will require a strong emphasis on in-person presence in our Chicago office, located in River North right next to the Merchandise Mart and convenient to public transportation.  

What you’ll do:

• Manage your own trading book with a focus on the US and Global Equities market
• Manage your own risk of a portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions
• Collaborate across your trading desk to execute teams’ goals while ensuring core risk standards are met
• Analyze market trends, order flow, and technical patterns to identify trading opportunities
• Develop, test, and refine your trading strategies using historical data and real-time market conditions
• Continuously monitor market conditions, news, and macroeconomic events impacting equities
• Conduct research to develop new strategies and improve the performance of your existing strategies
• Monitor material changes in levels of risk and variance in PnL, especially focused around deviation from your plans, and proactively communicate those changes to leadership
• Grow your own business through mentorships

What we’d like to see:

• Entrepreneurial mindset with competitive nature
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work autonomously and as a team player
• Proven self-starter with exceptional product knowledge, trading methodology, and market insight
• Ability to manage and communicate risk in accordance with the policies and limits set forth by the Firm
• Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools
• Openness to feedback and willingness to adapt your trading style with changes in market conditions
• Strong work ethic, and understanding that the more you put into your craft, the more you’ll get out of it
• Mentality of continuous improvement
• 3 years or more of verified risk-adjusted profitability

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position in Chicago, IL is $72,000 to $120,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package.

Benefits Highlights

Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees in order to meet you and your covered dependents needs.  Our comprehensive benefits offering includes:

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Brand new office in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, attached to the Merchandise Mart and “EL” stop and a short walk from both Ogilvie and Union Train Stations
• Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
• Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Catered lunch provided Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursdays and stocked pantry daily and monthly continental breakfasts
• Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party
• Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment including a golf simulator and pool table
• Employee referral bonus program
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, for more than 40 years we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. Our success stems from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. We believe in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration and we empower every member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the very start of their career with Gelber. We invest in our future through our technology and talent, strategically committing resources to move our firm forward and help our people succeed. We trade many different asset classes and are always looking to seize new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and meritocratic values attract individuals with edge and that contributes to our consistent success.

As an Experienced Brazilian Rates Trader, you will have a real opportunity to impact the firm. In a new market for Gelber, you will have the ability to build and grow a new business for the firm. You will work side by side with other successful and talented individuals to capitalize on market opportunities. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, a competitive attitude, and a proven record of profitability in a trading position for at least 3 years.

The role can be worked hybrid/in-person in Chicago, New York or Boston. Remote work may be considered for top candidates.

What you’ll do:

• Bring expertise in trading DI futures and related rates products to a highly profitable trading firm
• Own and manage a Brazilian rates trading book, focused on DI futures, either via curve trades or cross-market relative value strategies
• Consistently generate strong, risk-adjusted returns across varying macro and volatility regimes
• Manage your own portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions
• Collaborate across your trading desk to execute teams’ goals while ensuring core risk and compliance standards are met

What we’d like to see:

• Proven track record of 3-5 years of profitable trading in Brazilian fixed-income markets
• Expertise in directional and curve-based strategies
• Understanding of Brazil’s debt auction process and how it impacts the DI Products
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work autonomously and as a team player
• Proven self-starter with exceptional product knowledge, trading methodology, and market insight

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position is $72,000 to $120,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package.

Benefits Highlights

Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees in order to meet you and your covered dependents needs.  Our comprehensive benefits offering includes:

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
• Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party in Chicago
• Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment
• Employee referral bonus program
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code

Chicago Benefits Also Include: 

• Brand new office in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, attached to the Merchandise Mart and “EL” stop and a short walk from both Ogilvie and Union Train Stations
• Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment including a golf simulator and pool table
• Catered lunch provided Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursdays and stocked pantry daily and monthly continental breakfasts

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, for more than 40 years we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. Our success stems from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. We believe in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration and we empower every member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the very start of their career with Gelber. We invest in our future through our technology and talent, strategically committing resources to move our firm forward and help our people succeed. We trade many different asset classes and are always looking to seize new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and meritocratic values attract individuals with edge and that contributes to our consistent success.

As an Experienced Brazil B3 Futures Trader, you will have a real opportunity to make an impact. In a new market for Gelber, you will have the ability to build and grow a new business for the firm. As an Experienced Brazil B3 Futures Trader, you will expand and strengthen our participation in Brazilian derivatives markets. This role is designed for an experienced trader with a demonstrable track record of generating consistent, risk-adjusted returns trading futures listed on B3 (Brasil Bolsa Balcão). The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Brazilian macro dynamics, market microstructure, and risk management, along with the ability to scale capital responsibly within a proprietary trading environment. You will work side by side with other successful and talented individuals to capitalize on market opportunities. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, a competitive attitude, and a proven record of profitability in a trading position for at least 3 years.

The role can be worked hybrid/in-person in Chicago, New York or Boston. Remote work may be considered for top candidates.

What you’ll do:

• Trade B3-listed futures products at a highly profitable trading firm, including:
  • DI (Interest Rate) Futures across the curve
  • Ibovespa Index Futures
  • USD/BRL Futures
  • Select commodity futures listed on B3
• Analyze Brazilian macroeconomic developments, monetary policy (COPOM), inflation trends, fiscal policy, and capital flows
• Consistently generate strong, risk-adjusted returns across varying macro and volatility regimes
• Manage your own portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions
• Collaborate across your trading desk to execute teams’ goals while ensuring core risk and compliance standards are met

What we’d like to see:

• Proven track record of 3-5 years of profitable trading in B3-listed futures products
• Deep understanding of: 
  • Brazilian interest rate cycles and DI curve mechanics
  • Local and offshore flow dynamics
  • B3 contract specifications, clearing, and margin framework
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work autonomously and as a team player
• Proven self-starter with exceptional product knowledge, trading methodology, and market insight

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position is $72,000 to $120,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package.

Benefits Highlights

Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees in order to meet you and your covered dependents needs.  Our comprehensive benefits offering includes:

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
• Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party in Chicago
• Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment
• Employee referral bonus program
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code

Chicago Benefits Also Include: 

• Brand new office in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, attached to the Merchandise Mart and “EL” stop and a short walk from both Ogilvie and Union Train Stations
• Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment including a golf simulator and pool table
• Catered lunch provided Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursdays and stocked pantry daily and monthly continental breakfasts

We are seeking an Options Market Making Trader to further expand our coverage during Asian market hours. The trading shift runs from 4 pm - 1 am CT, with expectation to spend flexible time outside of trading on cross-shift training and strategy improvements. The role operates Sunday through Thursday with optionality for remote and/or on-site work.  

The successful candidate will begin with a training program spanning different shifts (schedule will be tailored to candidate, but potential to spend time with Chicago, Asian, and European shifts) and products including S&P, Metals, Nasdaq, Russell, and Vix options. During this training period, you will master proprietary execution, fitting, portfolio management, and post-trade analysis tools while developing a comprehensive understanding of CTC’s options trading strategies.  

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Maintain trading schedule from 4 pm to 1 am CT (with flexible time outside of trading hours for cross-shift training and strategy improvements) 
• Ensure daily production system readiness 
• Execute trading (majority electronic, some broker call around) and portfolio management  
• Perform real-time recalibration of system controls to dynamically match the trading environment 
• Effectively bridge the handoff between shifts by communicating relevant risk information, trading flows, and system issues 
• Contribute to execution improvements and strategic projects during non-trading hours 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 2 years of options market making trading experience 
• Minimum 1 year of market making portfolio management experience  
• Interested in building longer term stability in our Asian hours operation 
• Strong operational skillset to partner with technologists on prevention and quick resolution of system issues/outages 
• Strong judgement to make trading and portfolio management decisions under pressure and with more independence given more limited shift support 
• Ability to distill influx of information to prioritize and address the most important thing at any given moment 
• Proactive communicator and self-starter who can effectively coordinate between shifts and take initiative to ensure continuous personal development 

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in S&P, Metals, Nasdaq, Russell, or Vix options market making trading 
• Nice to have: Basic proficiency in Python programming