Stock & Options Trader - Professional Trading Firm

About the Firm We are a well-established proprietary trading firm with over two decades of experience empowering traders to succeed. Our global team is driven by performance, discipline, and a passion for financial markets. As an independent contractor, you will enjoy the freedom to work remotely while building and managing your own trading strategies. Position Overview We are seeking stock and options traders to join our professional trading firm. You will trade firm capital across equity and options markets, keeping a significant share of your profits while accessing institutional-level tools, mentorship, and a supportive trading community. Location: Des Moines, IA Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099) Experience Level: 2+ years trading or managing investments Key Responsibilities Develop and execute options strategies including directional, spread, and volatility plays Analyze implied volatility, Greeks, and options pricing models to identify opportunities Manage multi-leg options positions with disciplined risk protocols Monitor and adjust open positions based on market conditions and Greeks changes Maintain detailed logs of all options trades and strategy rationale Optionally collaborate with a network of remote traders for insights and growth Required Qualifications Two or more years of demonstrated trading experience in options, equities, forex, or crypto Working knowledge of market mechanics, order types, and execution dynamics Demonstrated ability to control risk and protect capital across changing conditions Coachable, self-directed, and committed to ongoing skill development Reliable trading workstation with redundant internet preferred Familiarity with retail or professional trading platforms is helpful but not required Position Details Independent contractor role (1099) with performance-based incentives Profit-sharing structure with splits increasing from 65% up to 90% Starting capital allocation of up to $50,000, scalable to $500,000+ Fully remote work with flexible hours tailored to your schedule Capital increases available as frequently as every two months based on results Additional opportunities for advancement discussed during interviews Our Work Culture Our firm has always been remote-first, long before it became common. That means our infrastructure, communication, and coaching are all designed for distributed work — not bolted on. You get the benefits of a real trading firm without sacrificing your independence. Location & Remote Work This position is listed for candidates in the Des Moines, IA area. While this is a fully remote role and you will work from your own location, we welcome applicants who are based in or near Des Moines. All you need is a reliable computer and internet connection to get started. #J-18808-Ljbffr Trader-Hire