Senior Quantitative Researcher — Options Market Making
Maven Securities
Maven Securities is seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher in Chicago, Illinois, who will lead projects to enhance trading performance through innovative real-time trading models. Candidates should have a PhD in applied mathematics or a related field, along with 3+ years of experience in electronic options trading. This role offers competitive compensation, an annual bonus, and a flexible research environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Benefits include catered meals, private healthcare, and 25 days of annual leave. #J-18808-Ljbffr Maven Securities
- Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm... ..., and market‑making strategies. Backed by... ...trading, technology, and research, we are relentlessly... ...operate. The role As a Senior Quantitative Researcher, you will... ...for exchange‑traded options. You will share your...SeniorFlexible hours
- Maven Securities is seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to lead projects that directly affect trading performance in the options market. You will collaborate with researchers and traders to develop real-time models for low-latency trading systems and explore option...Senior
$150k - $200k
...provide liquidity to the market through their market-making activities and are the masters... ...(ETF), and equity index options. Traders partner with our... ...strong market intuition, quantitative rigor, and a... ...cross-functionally with research, technology, and trading...Senior$150k - $200k
...Our traders provide liquidity to the market through their market-making activities and are the masters of a... ...funds (ETF), and equity index options. Traders partner with our technologists... ...bring strong market intuition, a quantitative mindset, and a team-first approach...Senior$120k - $180k
Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998. Tower has built its business on a... ...reputation for discovering unique market opportunities.Tower is home to some... ...potential.Tower seeks an experienced Options Quantitative Researcher.Responsibilities...SeniorCasual workWork at office$150k - $200k
...proprietary trading firm in Chicago is seeking an Experienced Equity Options Trader to take ownership of strategy and risk in a fast-paced... ...candidates will have 3-7 years of trading experience, strong market intuition, and proficiency in tools like Python or SQL....Senior$100k - $150k
...exchanges in the US Equity Options Market. Successful candidates... ...and grow around a research and experimentation... ...have the opportunity to make tangible contributions... ...For • Background in a quantitative field • Knowledge of... ...offers easy access to senior staff. While we work exceptionally...Temporary workWork at officeFlexible hoursNight shift$145k
...specialize in providing liquidity as an options market maker - meaning we are committed to... ..., and Singapore. What you’ll do as a Quantitative Researcher at Akuna: Akuna's Prediction Markets... ...This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on an exciting new...Work at office$200k
Optiver is expanding its Systematic Options Trading Team and seeking exceptional Quantitative Researchers and Traders to drive its next... ...trading strategies to optimize market reactions, order placement, and... ...identifies opportunities to make an impactWho we areAt Optiver,...Work at office$225k - $250k
...premier proprietary trading firm specializing in options market making. Our collaborative culture fuels innovation in quantitative research, systematic trading strategies, and cutting... ...and each other better. We are seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to join a growing...SeniorFor contractorsWorldwide- BlackEdge Capital in Chicago invites you to join as an internship in quantitative development within its treasury options market making team. You'll start by learning option pricing theory, market making dynamics, and trading system operations. In the second half, you'...Internship
- Optiver is seeking a Senior Equity Analyst based in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will sit directly on the trading desk, influencing... ...has over 5 years of experience in equity analysis within market-making or trading-oriented firms, with a proven track record in...Senior
- A leading global trading firm is seeking experienced quantitative professionals to enhance automated trading decisions in Chicago. Responsibilities... ...datasets, and collaborating with teams across trading, research, and development. Ideal candidates should have expertise in...Senior
- ...1994, is seeking individuals to learn the inner workings of a highly automated Market Making operation. You'll sit on a trading desk, take ownership of a portfolio, and work on quantitative projects to support pricing and micro-structure strategy. The role transitions...
$116.88k - $151.25k
...Description:Building trusted markets — powered by our... ...multiple CTA lines, making it convenient for... ...Overview:We are seeking a Senior Quantitative Analyst with a strong... ...across equities, FX, options, and futures. This... ...structured for quantitative research, execution analysis,...SeniorFull timeWork at officeImmediate start$175k - $275k
Overview IMC Trading is seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to join the options quant team. You will join the team as a senior member with the expectation... ...1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market...Permanent employmentFull time- Old Mission Capital seeks a Quantitative Researcher (Ph.D.) in Chicago to join the options research group. You will develop pricing models for volatility-based derivatives... ...Python-based research infrastructure, analyzing market data, and contributing to ideas generation in a...
- ...fast‑growing trading firm focused on collaboration, cutting‑edge technology, data‑driven solutions and automation. We seek Quant Researchers to develop and apply machine learning to trading strategies and predictive models within a multidisciplinary team of mathematicians...
- Cedar Cares, Inc is looking for a Senior Quantitative Analyst in Chicago, IL. This role involves analyzing datasets across equities, FX, options, and futures to transform complex market data into client-ready products. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in...Senior
- QR Ready to Trade — Commodity Options (CME & ICE), Chicago You are a quant researcher who knows you could trade, but the jump from research to risk is years away... .... Looking for: 2 to 3 years as a QR at an options market maker, prop firm or commodity shop Exposure to...
$200k
...looking for an exceptional Quantitative Researcher to join us in the early stages... ...of a fully automated options trading strategy, leveraging... ...paid vacation days alongside market holidaysExtensive office perks... ...As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a respected...Work at office- ...States Type: PermanentQuant Researcher, HFT Equities/Futures - NYC/... ...trading firm which engages in market making and position-taking... ...liquid Equities, Futures, and Options markets. The firm has a flat... ...and open environment, where Quantitative Researchers carry out full-stack...Full time
$145k
...specialize in providing liquidity as an options market maker - meaning we are committed to... ..., and Singapore. What you’ll do as a Quantitative Researcher at Akuna:Akuna’s Trading and Research... ...communication skills. Qualities that make great candidates: 3+ years of strong...Work experience placementInternshipWork at office$95.2k - $130.9k
...deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and... ...we serve. The Sr Quantitative Analyst will design and... ...pricing models. Conduct research and produce proof-of-concept... ...energy commodity markets, portfolio valuation,... ...Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick...Senior- ...IG North America is seeking a Senior Director of Brand & Product Marketing Strategy to own the message across all company surfaces, ensuring on-brand, compliant, and high-impact storytelling in a regulated trading environment. You will build a real product marketing...Senior
$145k
...specialize in providing liquidity as an options market-maker – meaning we are committed to... .... What you’ll do as a Junior Quantitative Researcher at Akuna: Akuna’s Quant team is... ...research topics. Qualities that make great candidates: Bachelors,...Work at office$120k - $175k
...Edgehog Trading Quantitative Researcher Edgehog Trading is a proprietary trading firm specializing in electronic options market making. We take a technology-driven approach, designing and... ...advantage: Direct access to founders and senior team members from day one...$135k - $185k
...the ability to develop new, profitable trading strategies. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $185,000, flexible work options, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr XR Trading LLC.SeniorRemote jobFlexible hours- ...and automation, IBKR provides clients with access to over 150 markets across 200+ countries and territories. We are a data-driven organization... ...allowance provided and a fully stocked kitchen with healthy options for breakfast and snacks Corporate events including team...SeniorWork at officeRemote work
$200k
...strategies for fully automated options trading. Research and implement novel signals... ...vacation days alongside market holidays. Extensive office... ...Who you are: 4‑5+ years of quantitative research experience, focused... ...one of the largest market‑making institutions, we are a respected...Work at office
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