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Senior Index Options Trader
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A Securities or Commodities Trader trades securities or commodities electronically or on a trade or auction floor such as a stock exchange. Securities include stocks and bonds; commodities include products such as oil, gold, or corn. Monitors financial markets and the performance and price of different securities. Negotiates prices and terms for a sale or trade.
$142,458 / year median in Illinois
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Senior Index Options Trader at Fionics Senior Index Options Trader at Fionics in River Grove, Illinois Posted in about 16 hours ago.
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full-time Senior Index Trader - SPX Options Market Making Chicago, IL | Full-time | On-site Hiring for a fast-growing electronic options market maker in Chicago. Small team, flat structure, real P&L ownership from day one. The Role Manage pricing and positions for the SPX index options book. Design and optimize systematic options strategies using quant research and ML. Build algorithmic models from ideation to production. Analyze microstructure and execution quality to generate alpha. You 3+ years trading index options at a market making firm Proven track record managing an options book Strong quantitative and analytical skills Degree in CS, maths, engineering, physics, finance, or related Python a plus Why Here Direct access to founders from day one Proprietary low-latency systems built in-house Real P&L impact within your first year Chicago-based, strong trading community All applications confidential