Equity Options Trader — Quant-Driven, High-Impact PnL

Socket.dev

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 250,000 - 450,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

G-20 Group is seeking an Equity Options Trader to manage and optimize a discretionary options portfolio. You will collaborate with traders, researchers, and developers to refine pricing models, trading strategies, and risk-adjusted returns as part of a fast-paced trading environment.

The role requires a strong options trading background, experience with quantitative trading, and a track record of profitability.

Qualifications

Degree in Finance, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering from a top-tier university.
Strong background in options trading with pricing theory, volatility trading, and strategies.
Proven track record of generating consistent profits (PnL > $2m annually for 3+ years).
Experience with quantitative trading and applying data analysis to trading decisions.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and refine equity options trading strategies with a focus on small-cap equities.
Analyze market microstructure, order flow, and volatility dynamics to identify trading opportunities.
Collaborate with quantitative analysts and developers to improve pricing models and execution tools.
Maintain awareness of corporate actions, earnings events, and catalysts affecting markets.
Execute trades with best execution and liquidity management across listed options.
Manage portfolio Greeks and adjust hedges dynamically to market changes.
Contribute to trading infrastructure, data pipelines, and analytics frameworks.
Monitor portfolio performance and risk metrics, providing feedback on strategy effectiveness.