Jump Trading is hiring a Trader for the Global Centralized Trading Desk (OTS), sitting at the intersection of quantitative strategy. You'll be responsible for monitoring and controlling automated trading strategies, tackling operational challenges, and providing market feedback. This role works a 4-day schedule which includes 1 weekend day.
What You'll Do
- Control and monitor the performance and execution of trading strategies along with adjusting risk parameters.
- Tackle operational challenges to ensure automated trading strategies continue to operate at peak performance.
- Work with and be closely mentored by seasoned traders locally and globally.
- Provide thorough feedback on strategy performance, market conditions and other impactful trading observations to the team.
- Be hands on, providing front line trading in global markets through changing economic conditions and market events.
What We're Looking For
- A passion for trading and the financial markets with at least two years’ experience.
- Ability to multitask and thrive under pressure.
- Self-starting personality with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Reliable and predictable availability.
Nice to Have
- Proven success working with automated trading systems at an electronic trading firm strongly desired.
- Strong Python skills.
- C++ or similar languages are a bonus.
Technical Stack
- Python
- C++
Team & Environment
Part of the Global Centralized Trading Desk (OTS), working with a dynamic group of traders, quantitative researchers, and engineers.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $100,000—$150,000 USD.
- Discretionary bonus eligibility.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options.
- Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance.
- Paid vacation plus paid holidays.
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid parental leave.
- Wellness Programs.
Work Mode
This is an onsite role.
Jump Trading is an equal opportunity employer.
