Execution Trader
Solar Digital Agro LLC
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Job summary
Qualifications
- Fluent in Mandarin and English is essential.
- Proficient with Excel, Office, and Google Workspace.
- Basic understanding of futures and options.
Responsibilities
- Execute futures & options orders quickly and accurately.
- Monitor markets in real-time and adjust execution based on liquidity.
- Manage trading accounts: balances, margins, positions, and order status.
- Maintain clean logs, fills, blotters, and trade reports.
- Flag unusual fills or market issues and report them promptly.
- Communicate market conditions and execution impact to PMs.
- Help improve execution workflows, routing logic, and internal tools.
- Support traders and operations with daily tasks and data work.
Skills
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Job description
Execution Trader (Stocks, Futures & Options)
Location: Chicago
Type: Full-time
Compensation: Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
We’re a small but ambitious proprietary trading firm building the foundations of a long‑term trading platform. Our team moves fast, communicates openly, and focuses on disciplined execution and strong operational workflows. Every hire directly shapes the future of the firm.
If you want to grow with a start‑up, take ownership, and have real impact on performance and processes — this role is for you.
The Role
We’re looking for a smart, detail‑oriented Execution Trader who can execute futures and options orders with accuracy and calm under pressure. You’ll be working closely with traders, PMs, and ops to ensure clean execution, proper account management, and smooth day‑to‑day operations.
Strong communication in both Mandarin and English is essential.
What You’ll Do
- Execute futures & options orders quickly and accurately
- Monitor markets in real time and adjust execution based on liquidity/volatility
- Manage trading accounts: balances, margins, positions, and order status
- Maintain clean logs, fills, blotters, and trade reports
- Flag unusual fills, rejections, or market issues immediately
- Communicate market conditions and execution impact to PMs
- Help improve execution workflows, routing logic, and internal tools
- Support traders and operations with daily tasks and data work
- Use Excel, Google Sheets, and basic tools to maintain clean records and reports
What We’re Looking For
- Fluent in Mandarin and English
- Detail‑oriented and reliable, especially in fast markets
- Able to stay calm and focused under pressure
- Proficient with Excel, Office, and Google Workspace
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Willing to relocate to Chicago
- Basic understanding of futures and options
Nice to Have
- Experience in financial services or trading operations
- Familiarity with execution, brokerage platforms, or order management
- Knowledge of order types, routing, and market microstructure
- Some exposure to FIX/API or execution tools
- Experience in Python
Who Thrives Here
- People who are responsible and following instructions
- People who are proactive, curious, and fast learners
- People who thrive in small teams and fast feedback loops
- Entry level
- Full-time
- Finance and Sales
- Industries: Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing
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