Experienced Commodities Options Trader

Belvedere Trading, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Access to a variety of benefits

Job summary

A leading proprietary trading firm based in Chicago seeks an Experienced Commodities Options Trader to lead in commodity derivatives markets. The role requires 3–7+ years of trading experience in commodities, a strong understanding of options pricing, and the ability to manage complex risk profiles. Candidates should be proficient with tools such as Python, R, or SQL. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $200,000 annually, along with discretionary bonuses and a variety of benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of experience trading commodity options in energy, metals, agriculture, or related markets.
• Demonstrated success generating PnL and managing complex risk profiles.
• Deep understanding of options pricing and commodity market structure.

Responsibilities

• Lead market-making and execution across commodity options products.
• Refine trading strategies while managing risk effectively.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation in options trading.

Skills

Options pricing

Risk management

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related technical field

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Join to apply for the Experienced Commodities Options Trader role at Belvedere Trading, LLC

Belvedere Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm. We are a team driven by intellectual curiosity, seeking answers that will change not only how we trade in this technological age, but also the future landscape of the trading industry. Our traders provide liquidity to the market through their market‑making activities and are the masters of a diverse set of commodities, interest rates, exchange‑traded funds (ETF), and equity index options. Traders partner with our technologists to continually engineer and optimize our trading systems to stay on top of the industry.

As an Experienced Commodities Options Trader, you will help expand and lead Belvedere’s presence in commodity derivatives markets. In this role, you will take ownership of strategy development, pricing, and risk across commodity options products. You’ll bring strong market intuition, quantitative rigor, and a collaborative mindset to a fast‑paced environment where we work together to solve complex problems and push our trading capabilities forward.

What You'll Do

• Become a leader in options market‑making, while being recognized and compensated for your contributions within the firm.
• Participate in formal education on quantitative concepts to build your trading knowledge.
• Lead market‑making and execution across commodity options products, guiding pricing, risk parameters, and strategic direction.
• Own and refine trading strategies from ideation through execution, generating insights in high‑volume and high‑volatility markets.
• Identify trends and mispricings by leveraging data, market structure knowledge, and an understanding of supply–demand dynamics across commodities.
• Collaborate with technologists and quants to enhance analytics, improve models, and systematize trading workflows that scale.
• Develop tools to analyze positional opportunities, evaluate risk, and improve options liquidity.
• Manage risk with discipline, monitoring exposures in real time and ensuring adherence to Belvedere’s risk philosophy.
• Work cross‑functionally with research, technology, and trading teams to drive innovation and support the continued evolution of our commodities options trading groups.

What You'll Need

• 3–7+ years of experience trading commodity options (energy, metals, agriculture, or related markets).
• Demonstrated success generating PnL, managing complex risk profiles, and navigating fast‑moving markets.
• Deep understanding of options pricing, volatility dynamics, and commodity market structure, including fundamental drivers.
• Proficiency with analytical and programming tools such as Python, R, or SQL, with the ability to work with large datasets and improve modeling or decision‑support systems.
• Ability to thoughtfully approach decision‑making, thrive under pressure and adapt quickly to changing market conditions.
• Excellent communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

$150,000 - $200,000 a year

Additionally, certain positions at Belvedere Trading are eligible for discretionary bonuses. Our employees have access to a variety of benefits, which can be found on our website here.

How We Operate - Core Values

• Team Belvedere: Work seamlessly with others to achieve shared goals. Foster a positive and supportive environment that brings out the best in your teammates.
• Me in Team: Focus on competing and succeeding at the highest level, constantly striving for excellence.
• Own It: Actively address challenges and make decisions that drive positive results, taking ownership of both successes and failures.
• Build Rockets: Bring forward bold, creative ideas and solutions. Be open to experimentation and willing to take calculated risks.
• Passionate Discourse: Encourage and bring innovative, out‑of‑the‑box ideas to discussions, actively contributing to team growth and progress.

Women and underrepresented groups frequently apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications.

We encourage you to break that mold and apply. No candidate is perfect; all have a lot to offer. We welcome your application.

Our Stance

Belvedere is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a non‑discriminatory workplace. We promote diversity and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, fostering an inclusive environment where all team members are treated with respect, dignity, and courtesy. We value a dynamic culture where diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives thrive.

Work Schedule

Regular and reliable attendance during business hours with the ability to be on‑site prior to the start of business on occasion.

Physical

Ability to remain at a desk and concentrate for long periods of time.

Amount of Travel Required

None

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.