Delta-One Quant Trader: Futures & Options

P2P; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with discretionary employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A leading trading firm based in Chicago is seeking a Senior Quantitative Trader to design and deploy systematic strategies for delta-one futures trading. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in systematic trading, with a strong focus on derivatives and a proven PnL track record. The role requires deep quantitative skills and fluency in Python. In addition to a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $250,000, this position offers potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in systematic trading, preferably in futures and listed derivatives.
• Proven track record of direct PnL ownership in a quant-driven trading environment.
• Strong understanding of derivatives pricing, volatility dynamics, and risk modeling.
• Fluency in Python and experience working with large-scale datasets.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy systematic delta-one futures trading strategies across global markets.
• Build and refine delta-driven signal generation frameworks to support futures strategies and options portfolios.
• Implement robust futures-based hedging methodologies to optimize portfolio risk.

Skills

Systematic trading

Quantitative expertise

Futures and listed derivatives

Python

Statistical modeling

Education

Advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

A leading trading firm based in Chicago is seeking a Senior Quantitative Trader to design and deploy systematic strategies for delta-one futures trading. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in systematic trading, with a strong focus on derivatives and a proven PnL track record. The role requires deep quantitative skills and fluency in Python. In addition to a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $250,000, this position offers potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits.