Senior Derivatives Trader - Expert Level

Position Overview:As a Senior Derivatives Trader at Valkyrie Trading, you will take the lead in managing, enhancing, and expanding critical revenue streams for various products within our trading desks. You will be accountable for overseeing all associated risks and inventory levels, employing your extensive experience to make vital, real-time trading decisions. Your role will also involve implementing strategic improvements to ensure the long-term success and competitiveness of our trading strategies.

Role Overview:As a Derivatives Trader at Valkyrie Trading, you will take ownership of significant revenue streams for various products across our trading desks. You will manage all risk and inventory held by the trading team, utilizing your expertise to make swift and impactful decisions in real time. Collaboration is key; you will work closely with team leaders, seasoned traders, junior traders, and risk managers to enhance Valkyrie's trading systems and operational efficiency. Your role will involve implementing strategic improvements to ensure the sustainability and competitiveness of our trading strategies in the long run.

Join our dynamic team at dstaff as an Accountant specializing in Derivatives. In this pivotal role, you will manage and analyze financial data related to derivative transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Join our dynamic team at IMC Trading as a Senior Derivatives Pricing Developer in our Chicago office. Our Pricing and Risk (PAR) software development team is at the forefront of creating the essential infrastructure for pricing a wide array of asset classes and managing risk across global trading desks. The systems you will work on are robust, operating on thousands of servers, and are integral to our trading operations. In this role, you will engage in both quantitative modeling and engineering, contributing to the development and maintenance of systems and libraries that inform real-time decisions across the firm. The environment is highly technical, collaborative, and pivotal for our day-to-day trading activities.

Akuna Capital operates as a trading firm with a focus on options market making. The team designs and maintains proprietary low-latency systems, creates trading strategies, and uses advanced mathematical models to provide competitive quotes for buyers and sellers. Originally founded in Sydney, Akuna Capital established its Chicago office in 2011 to be near the center of the derivatives market. The company has since expanded globally, now with offices in Sydney, Shanghai, London, and Singapore.

Senior Derivatives Business AnalystThe ideal candidate will possess over 7 years of extensive experience in the derivatives sector, coupled with a strong background in business analysis and project leadership. Exceptional negotiation skills are essential. Familiarity with Misys' Summit FT platform is highly advantageous. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities are required.This role involves leading multiple initiatives for our Treasury's derivatives trading desk and back office, including the introduction of new product types, the implementation of multicurrency trading, enhancements in market and credit risk management, and the automation of processes. A comprehensive understanding of various derivative products, their valuations, and risk simulations is crucial.The position requires close collaboration with Northern's trading desk, back office personnel, and development teams. Candidates should be prepared to take on leadership responsibilities when necessary.

Join our dynamic team as a Business Analyst - Derivatives in Chicago, where your expertise will drive strategic initiatives and enhance our derivatives trading operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze market trends, and provide insights that influence decision making. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of our trading processes.

Be Part of the Financial Revolution.At Robinhood, our mission is to make financial services accessible to everyone. With a projected $124 trillion of wealth expected to be transferred in the next 20 years, you have the chance to be at the forefront of this monumental shift. Ready to make a difference? Read on.About the Role and TeamJoin our elite team committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to tackle the world's most pressing financial challenges. We are seeking innovative thinkers, adept problem-solvers, and passionate builders who are driven to create impact. Robinhood is a place where ambition thrives, and we expect our team members to push boundaries while adhering to our ethical standards. High expectations come with high rewards.We are currently looking for skilled Customer Experience (CX) professionals who have a deep interest in derivative products, including futures and options. As part of the Advanced Services team, you will assist customers—including high-value clients—navigate complex topics such as margin, options, and futures. Robinhood Derivatives, LLC aims to deliver an unparalleled futures product, with plans to expand into options on futures and forex across various account types.In this role, you will help define the brand identity of this dynamic product suite while supporting customers in executing sophisticated investment strategies aligned with their financial goals.Application Timeline: Applications for this position are accepted ongoing. Please coordinate with your recruiter for details regarding the application timeline.Work Arrangement: This role is based in our offices located in Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; and Westlake, TX. Expect in-person attendance five days a week during the nine-week onboarding period, transitioning to three days every other week thereafter.At Robinhood, we embrace the importance of in-person collaboration to accelerate progress, inspire innovation, and foster community. Our office environment is deliberately designed to energize and support high-performing teams.

Join our dynamic team as a Business Analyst specializing in OTC/Derivatives in Chicago. In this pivotal role, you will analyze and enhance our business processes, ensuring effective solutions that drive our financial services. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, design process improvements, and implement innovative strategies that support our OTC and derivatives operations.

Belvedere Trading stands at the forefront of proprietary trading. Our dynamic team thrives on intellectual curiosity, relentlessly seeking innovative strategies that will revolutionize not only our trading practices in this digital age but also the broader trading landscape.Our traders excel in providing market liquidity through adept market-making across a diverse array of assets, including commodities, interest rates, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and equity index options. Collaborating closely with our technology experts, traders continually refine and enhance our trading systems to maintain a competitive edge.As a Senior Equity Options Trader, you will become an integral member of our Equity Index or Individual Equity Options Trading Groups. This role empowers you to take charge of strategy, risk management, and performance optimization in the equity options arena, while playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of our trading desk. Your strong market intuition, quantitative approach, and commitment to teamwork will be essential in our fast-paced environment, where we collaboratively tackle complex challenges.

About the Role:The Programmatic Trader will become an integral part of our in-house programmatic team within the media department at EVERSANA INTOUCH. We are in search of a detail-focused, results-oriented professional with a proven track record in launching, managing, and optimizing campaigns through demand-side platforms (DSPs) to achieve exceptional results for our clients. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on diving into the intricacies of programmatic campaigns and enjoys working across various platforms daily. The ideal candidate will be numbers-driven, analytical, proficient in Excel, and a self-motivated individual.The Programmatic Trader's main responsibility is to execute campaigns within the platforms, collaborating closely with the Programmatic Supervisor or another Programmatic leader. You will manage and optimize campaigns throughout the project lifecycle, receiving guidance from the senior programmatic team as needed.Required Experience:Minimum of one year working in a self-service capacity within a DSP.Key Responsibilities:Ensure client objectives are met by implementing and managing programmatic campaigns through the agency trading desk.Regularly monitor and analyze campaign performance, brand safety, and viewability metrics to meet agreed-upon standards.Oversee campaign calendars, assets, screenshots, billing trackers, and all pre/post-launch processes.Conduct data analysis and optimization, maintaining a log of all adjustments made.Provide weekly performance snapshots and pacing updates.Contribute to analytics reporting, including optimizations and insights.Quickly identify and diagnose issues, escalating them to the appropriate internal stakeholders as needed.Foster strong relationships with vendors and cross-agency partners.Actively participate in both internal and external meetings with confidence.Assist in tactical media planning, including forecasting and estimation, to inform programmatic media recommendations.Support the drafting of proposals and provide guidance on insertion orders and launch documentation.Identify new media opportunities that are not currently being utilized.Stay informed about new technologies, trends, and practices, regularly engaging with vendors.Propose proactive suggestions for enhancing the media/programmatic processes.

Eagle Seven is actively searching for a seasoned Energy Trader to engage in trading energy futures and swap markets on ICE and CME platforms. This pivotal role involves overseeing all facets of the trading desk operations. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of four years of experience within proprietary trading, demonstrate a robust enthusiasm for capital markets, and thrive in a collaborative team environment as a proactive self-starter.Key Responsibilities:Implement and manage grey and black box algorithmic trading strategies aligned with the desk's objectives.Continuously monitor trading activities and positions throughout the trading shift.Conduct research and perform post-trade analysis utilizing the firm's research tools to enhance the profitability of current algorithmic models.Collaborate with back-office teams to resolve trade discrepancies and reconcile positions and activities.Prepare end-of-day profit and loss (PnL) and position reports.Engage with exchanges, risk management, and internal technology teams regarding any production issues.Work closely with strategy developers to communicate and suggest specific code modifications concerning execution, pricing, and risk management.

DV Trading seeks a Quantitative Trader specializing in equities for its Chicago office. This position centers on developing and executing trading strategies within equity markets. Role overview The Quantitative Trader will apply advanced quantitative skills to analyze market data and identify trading opportunities. Success in this role depends on a solid grasp of equity market dynamics and the ability to contribute directly to trading performance. Requirements Strong quantitative background Deep understanding of equity markets Experience shaping or executing trading strategies Based in or able to work from Chicago

Join our dynamic US Equity Options team at IMC, a pioneering force in market liquidity. Our innovative partnerships and evolving business models empower our growth, particularly in the exciting volatility trading space. We pride ourselves on a collaborative culture where traders, quants, and developers unite to identify mispricings, engage with the market, and enhance visibility.Your Core Responsibilities:Drive revenue generation by identifying short-term mispricings and managing substantial positions.Collaborate closely with our top-tier research and quantitative teams to analyze outcomes and refine trading strategies.Assume significant responsibility early in your role to propel strategies forward and achieve success.

Role Overview NinjaTrader is hiring a Director of Product focused on Trader Engagement. This role shapes how traders interact with our platform, with a direct impact on user experience and product direction. The position is based in Chicago or can be remote. What You Will Do Lead product strategy and development for trader engagement features Work closely with teams across the company to identify and prioritize improvements Guide the evolution of our platform to better serve traders’ needs Champion new ideas that make trading more engaging and effective for users Collaboration This role partners with engineering, design, and other departments to deliver product enhancements that support both business goals and user satisfaction.

Join IMC as a Graduate Broker Trader and kickstart your career in high-frequency trading. Located in the heart of Chicago, IMC is renowned for its robust trading strategies and influential presence in the broker market. In this dynamic position, you will collaborate with a driven team to tackle the intricacies of executing and managing diverse trading portfolios. Your role will involve responding to market quotes via phone and screen, utilizing quantitative analysis to identify optimal trading opportunities. You will also play a crucial role in refining our electronic trading approaches, requiring strong analytical, mathematical, and programming capabilities. If you are passionate about financial markets and eager to innovate in trading, we want to hear from you!

Join our dynamic team at System Canada Technologies as a Functional Business Analyst/Quality Assurance specialist focused on Calypso and Derivatives. In this role, you will collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, ensure quality assurance processes are adhered to, and assist in implementing solutions that drive business success. Your analytical skills and attention to detail will be critical in ensuring our systems meet the highest standards of functionality and quality.

Belvedere Trading stands at the forefront of proprietary trading, driven by a collective passion for knowledge and innovation. Our dynamic team is dedicated to reshaping the future of trading through advanced technology and strategic insight.Our traders excel in providing market liquidity through robust market-making activities, mastering a diverse array of commodities, interest rates, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and equity index options. Collaborating closely with our technology experts, our traders continuously enhance and optimize trading systems to maintain our competitive edge.As a Seasoned Commodities Options Trader, you will play a pivotal role in broadening Belvedere’s influence in commodity derivatives markets. This position entails taking the lead in strategy formulation, pricing, and risk management across commodity options products. Your keen market intuition, quantitative expertise, and collaborative spirit will be essential in navigating a fast-paced environment where we tackle complex challenges and elevate our trading capabilities.

Join our dynamic team at System Canada Technologies as a Java Tech Lead specializing in OTC derivatives. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in Java development and financial instruments to lead innovative projects. Collaborate with a talented group of professionals to drive solutions that enhance our services and meet our clients' needs.

Jump Trading Group is at the forefront of pioneering research, dedicated to empowering talented minds in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science. We challenge scientific boundaries and apply innovative research to the global financial markets. Our unique culture fosters constant innovation, requiring creativity, intellectual integrity, and a strong competitive spirit. We believe in achieving success collectively while recognizing individual talents through collaboration and mutual respect. At Jump, our research outcomes not only lead to exceptional risk-adjusted returns but also drive technological advancements that transform our world, support startups across various industries, and collaborate with premier global research organizations and academic institutions to tackle complex challenges.Our trading teams consist of a vibrant mix of traders, quantitative researchers, and engineers, all working together to analyze global markets and grasp the intricacies of diverse traded products and exchanges. They utilize outstanding statistical analysis and data mining techniques, leveraging their research findings to make informed forecasts and craft profitable predictive trading models.The Global Centralized Trading Desk (OTS) stands at the intersection of quantitative strategy, offering market intelligence and analytical support. We are searching for a Trader who is deeply passionate about the markets and is comfortable with a four-day work schedule, including one weekend day.