Entry-Level Quant Trader: Options & Automation
Edgehog Trading
Edgehog Trading is a Chicago-based proprietary trading firm focused on electronic options market making. You will complete a comprehensive 4-month training program covering options theory, quantitative modeling, and on-desk trading, then transition to live trading with mentorship. Throughout, you will design and optimize systematic trading strategies, analyze market microstructure, and manage real-time risk across a diversified options portfolio, shaping the firm's growth with your contributions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Edgehog Trading
- ...technology, data-driven solutions, and automation. It specializes in liquidity provision as an options market maker, designing low-... ...worldwide. The role of Options Trader involves managing derivative... ...portfolios, collaborating with tech and quant teams, analyzing data, and...SuggestedWorldwide
$145k
...technology, data driven solutions, and automation. We specialize in providing liquidity as an options market maker - meaning we are... ....What you'll do as an Options Trader at Akuna:We are seeking... ...limits Work with our technology and quant teams to ensure existing algorithms...SuggestedWork at officeImmediate start- ...IMC Trading is seeking an Index Options Low-Latency Execution Quantitative Trader to join our team. IMC's Index Options desk leads in electronic liquidity provision, with collaboration across traders, quants, and developers to drive execution improvements and data-driven...Suggested
$150k
...proprietary trading firm specializing in electronic options market making. We take a technology-driven approach, designing and operating automated, scalable systems to provide liquidity... ...strategy performance Collaborate with quant researchers and engineers to develop new...SuggestedPermanent employmentFull timeAfternoon shift- Chicago Trading Company (CTC) invites you to join our Quant Trading Associate program, an entry-level path into trading and quantitative research. You will gain broad exposure, work toward a Quant Trader or Quant Researcher role, and learn trading dynamics, pricing, back...Entry level
$145k
...technology, data driven solutions, and automation. We specialize in providing liquidity as an options market maker – meaning we are... ....What you’ll do as a Junior Trader at Akuna:We are seeking bright,... ...applications to other Tech and/or Quant roles - in addition to this role...Full timeWork at officeImmediate start- A proprietary trading firm in Chicago is seeking a Quantitative Trader (Options) to implement and calibrate market-making strategies. The role involves developing pricing models and managing trading risks. Candidates should have an advanced degree in a quantitative field...
- ...risk management. You will analyze large datasets and collaborate with traders, researchers, and engineers to deploy strategy improvements into live trading systems. The role requires 3+ years in quant research or related fields, with strong Python skills and a...
$170k - $250k
A global proprietary trading firm in Chicago is seeking an Equity Options Trader to design systematic trading strategies for equity options and build quantitative models. Candidates must have at least 4 years of experience in the field and proficiency in Python or C++....Full time- ...Senior Index Trader — SPX Options Market Making Chicago, IL | Full-time | On-site Hiring for a fast-growing electronic options market... .... Design and optimize systematic options strategies using quant research and ML. Build algorithmic models from ideation to production...Full time
$150k - $200k
...Quantitative Trader (Options) Chicago, IL, United States Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the... ...and internal policies. Work closely with other traders, quants and developers. Leverage a sophisticated trading platform...Full timeFlexible hours$150k - $200k
...of the trading industry. Our traders provide liquidity to the market... ...funds (ETF), and equity index options. Traders partner with our technologists... ...with technologists and quants to enhance analytics, improve... ...and succeeding at the highest level, constantly striving for...Full time- ...Job Description Options Market-Maker (Trader) \n Location: Chicago \n Working Hours: Sunday–Thursday, 4:00pm–1:00am CT \n \n The Opportunity \n We are partnering with a leading market-maker and proprietary trading firm to identify an experienced Options...Shift work
$250k
...We are looking for an Index Options Low-Latency Execution Quantitative Trader to join our team. IMC's Index Options desk... ...collaborative between traders, quant researchers, and developers, the scope... ...exchange microstructure and how automated trading systems interact with...Permanent employmentFull time$250k
...Our Index Options desk focuses on monetizing flow and capitalizing on short-term mispricings... ...rigor, working closely with dedicated quants and researchers to sharpen our edge. Together... ...index products Collaborate with traders to manage the risk of a large book as a team...Permanent employmentFull timeTemporary workShift work- ...Options Trader Options Trader Eclipse Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm. Founded in 2007, we have over 110 employees across... ...strategies and explore new alphas Work closely with the quants, developers, and support staff to continuously improve our trading...Work at office
$150k - $200k
...of the trading industry. Our traders provide liquidity to the market... ...funds (ETF), and equity index options. Traders partner with our technologists... ...with technologists, quants, and traders to systematize models... ...and succeeding at the highest level, constantly striving for...Full time- ...Capital is seeking a quantitative market-maker to implement and calibrate pricing-driven strategies across CME options on futures. You will collaborate with quants and developers to build pricing models and desk tooling for risk management and opportunity identification....
- ...Options Market-Maker (Trader) Location: Chicago Working Hours: Sunday–Thursday, 4:00pm–1:00am CT The Opportunity We are partnering with a leading market-maker and proprietary trading firm to identify an experienced Options Market Making Trader for its expanding...Full timeShift work
$90k - $207k
...Traders – Junior, Experienced & Quantitative Industry: Proprietary... ...| Junior through Senior Level About the Opportunity... ...Opportunities span Futures Trading, Options Market Making, Derivatives... ...Experience maintaining or improving automated trading systems. ~...Night shift- IMC Trading is seeking an experienced index options trader in Chicago to capitalize on short-term mispricings and manage risk across a large... ...book. You will collaborate with traders, researchers, and quants to sharpen strategies and improve execution. The role requires...Temporary work
$145k
...cutting-edge technology, data driven solutions, and automation. We specialize in providing liquidity as an options market maker - meaning we are committed to... ...London and Singapore.What you’ll do as an SPX Floor Trader at Akuna: We are seeking a Floor Trader to join Akuna...Work at officeImmediate start- ...proprietary trading firm in Chicago seeks an Experienced Commodities Options Trader to expand its presence in commodity derivatives markets. The... ...across options products while collaborating closely with quants and technologists. Ideal candidates will have 3-7+ years of trading...
- AAA Global in Chicago is seeking an experienced Options Market Making Trader to join a fast-paced, technology-driven trading operation operating... ...decisions while collaborating with global teams across trading, quant, and technology functions. The role requires hands-on...
$175k - $250k
Our US Equity Options business has become one of the leading liquidity-providers in the marketplace. We’ve already created partnerships... ...in the volatility space. IMC is highly collaborative between traders, quants, and developers so the scope of responsibility involves...Permanent employmentFull timeTemporary workImmediate start$50k - $115k
The ideal candidate for the Trader role will demonstrate aptitude and willingness to develop current skills while learning... ...and value-added order execution across global equity, options, and futures markets. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function...Entry levelFull timeTemporary workWork at officeImmediate startFlexible hoursNight shift- ...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
- ▸ Company : Rapidly expanding, options-focused prop firm with a strong payout structure and top-tier trading tools, offering a dynamic... ...to a bucket shop but with exceptional support and resources for traders. ▸ Overview : Ideal for options traders with a standalone...
- ...internship that blends classroom training with hands-on projects and mentorship. You’ll work with traders and technologists on real initiatives, gaining exposure to options theory and financial markets while developing problem-solving and teamwork skills. The program...Full timeSummer workInternship
$120k - $180k
...trading infrastructure at a world class level. Our engineers solve challenging... ...potential.Tower seeks an experienced Index Options Trader.Responsibilities:Managing a portfolio of... ...and iteratively improving distributed automated trading systemsKnowledge of various exchange...Temporary workCasual workWork at office
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