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Volatility Options Trader - Realized vs Implied Edge

Maverick Trading

Maverick Trading in San Francisco is seeking skilled options volatility traders who view realized volatility as the core instrument. This role prioritizes edge in implied volatility, term-structure, and calendars over directional bets. You will focus on tech equity options and index exposures, operating in a fast, highly quantitative environment on the West Coast. Candidates should be comfortable modelling vol surfaces, managing gamma risk on long-vol structures, and hedging short-vega exposure #J-18808-Ljbffr Maverick Trading

Vacancy posted 12 hours ago
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