Senior Index Volatility Trader
$175k - $250kIMC Trading
Join to apply for the Senior Index Volatility Trader role at IMC Trading This range is provided by IMC Trading. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $175,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr Overview The Index Options Team is seeking a Senior Index Volatility Trader to contribute to their volatility valuation, detailed execution, and fast-growing technology. This individual will contribute to their ability to properly price volatility and take market risks, with the hopes of growing into a leading volatility trading desk in the marketplace. Your Core Responsibilities Maximize revenue by identifying and monetizing short and long-term mispricing, as well as managing the resulting positions Take on responsibility and ownership of your executions to drive the Index Options strategy forward Collaborate with the team to develop a deep level of expertise and innovation in the Index Options space Your Skills and Experience 2+ years of experience as an Index Volatility Trader Demonstrated success managing positions and risk for a large Index Options Desk Experience with programming, preferably in Python Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and competitive environment with an entrepreneurial mindset Deep understanding of analytics and the fundamental drivers of volatility dynamics BS, MS, or PhD, preferably in business, economics, or STEM is required Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Finance We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr IMC Trading
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$120k - $180k
...reach their greatest potential.Tower seeks an experienced Index Options Trader.Responsibilities:Managing a portfolio of listed options productsCollaborating... ...from both short-term and long-term dislocations in volatility pricingDeep understanding of the risks involved in managing...SeniorTemporary workCasual workWork at office$250k
...Our Index Options desk focuses on monetizing flow and capitalizing on short-term mispricings... ...behavior, flow dynamics, and volatility pricing. Your Core Responsibilities... ...across index products Collaborate with traders to manage the risk of a large book as a...SuggestedPermanent employmentFull timeTemporary workShift work- ...Senior Index Trader — SPX Options Market Making Chicago, IL | Full-time | On-site Hiring for a fast-growing electronic options market maker in Chicago. Small team, flat structure, real P&L ownership from day one. The Role Manage pricing and positions for...SeniorFull time
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$175k - $250k
...models to facilitate our expansion and we continue to improve our options pricing, particularly in the volatility space. IMC is highly collaborative between traders, quants, and developers so the scope of responsibility involves working with others to identify and describe...SeniorPermanent employmentFull timeTemporary workImmediate start$160.1k - $272.3k
...leading technology and exceptional service. Senior Trader- BrokerageThe Senior Trader is... ...orders, portfolio trades, block executions, index rebalances, and other complex trading strategies... ...execution judgment in fast-moving and volatile market environments.· Experience...SeniorFull timeH1bWorldwideFlexible hours- IMC Trading is seeking an experienced index options trader in Chicago to capitalize on short-term mispricings and manage risk across a large options book. You will collaborate with traders, researchers, and quants to sharpen strategies and improve execution. The role requires...Temporary work
$250k - $300k
...willingness to challenge consensusWe are seeking a US Equity Index Trader to join our US Options Trading team.How you will make an impactActively... ...options, managing positions and risk.Analyze market flows, volatility, and microstructure to identify and capture trading...Temporary workFlexible hours$150k - $200k
...landscape of the trading industry. Our traders provide liquidity to the market through... ...exchange-traded funds (ETF), and equity index options. Traders partner with our technologists... ...insights in high-volume and high-volatility markets. Identify trends and mispricings...Senior$150k - $200k
...landscape of the trading industry. Our traders provide liquidity to the market through... ...exchange-traded funds (ETF), and equity index options. Traders partner with our technologists... ...Deep understanding of options pricing, volatility dynamics, and market microstructure....Senior$200k
Vacancy detailIndex Trader$200,000 USDDiscretionary BonusOnsite WORKINGLocation: Chicago, Illinois - United States Type: PermanentOur client... ...'ll do:· Proactively manage pricing and positions for the SPX Index options market making desk· Design and optimize systematic...Full time- ...Valkyrie Trading is a fast-growing boutique options market-making firm. We are seeking an experienced index options trader with a demonstrated history of success in market-making and risk management. You’ll have several years of experience trading a major American or...Full time
$150k - $200k
...building a team of talented, dedicated technologists, data-driven traders, and expert leaders with an emphasis on our core pillars:... ...collaborative and communicative culture. Position Summary As a Volatility Trader at Simplex, you will take an analytical approach to identifying...Full timeWork at officeNight shift- Fionics is seeking a Senior Index Trader for SPX Options Market Making in Chicago, IL. This full-time, on-site role involves managing pricing and positions, designing systematic strategies, and building algorithmic models. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience...SeniorFull time
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$250k
...We are looking for an Index Options Low-Latency Execution Quantitative Trader to join our team. IMC's Index Options desk is one of the leading electronic liquidity providers in index options markets. Our execution team is responsible for getting IMC into the trades we...Permanent employmentFull time- ...Venture Search is partnered with an leading proprietary trading firm looking for an experienced trader for their US Rates business. The successful candidate will focus on trading and managing risk across the US interest-rate swaps (IRS) market, working closely with the...SeniorFull time
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- Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Trader- Brokerage to oversee institutional equity trading across the Americas, including single-stock orders, portfolio trades, block executions, and index-related strategies. The role demands advanced execution judgment, deep market-...Senior
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- ...relentlessly improve our expertise. Description Our Algorithmic Traders use their expert understanding of the financial markets and... ...trading software and build and improve trading strategies. Our Senior Traders benefit from the resources and scale that our group can...SeniorFull timeWork experience placementWork at office
- ...Options Market-Maker (Trader) Location: Chicago Working Hours: Sunday–Thursday, 4:00pm–1:00am CT The Opportunity We... ...an Asian-hours trading operation . ~ Experience trading index, volatility, or metals options would be advantageous. Working Pattern...Full timeShift work
- ...Senior Mid-Frequency Quantitative Trader Who We Are Founded in 1980 as Aardvark Financial, TransMarket Group (TMG) is a privately held global markets proprietary trading firm in Chicago. We use next-generation technology to capture opportunities around the world...SeniorFull time
$225k - $250k
...communities to which we belong. Started in 1995 by a team of forward‑thinking traders, we are proud to call ourselves an industry leader that keeps making markets and each other better. Senior Quantitative Trader – Responsibilities Lead the full research lifecycle —...SeniorFor contractorsFixed term contractWorldwide$175k - $250k
A global trading firm is seeking an experienced equity options trader in Chicago. The role involves maximizing revenue through mispricing... ...experience, a strong analytical mindset, and a passion for volatility dynamics. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from...- TransMarket Group in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Senior Quant Trader with a proven track record in corporate bonds to join our on-site trading desk. You will lead quantitative research, develop models, and drive risk-managed strategies. You will collaborate with Senior and...Senior
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