EXPERIENCED TRADER (US) - REMOTE

XR Trading LLC.

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 135,000 - 185,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Generous Annual Vacation and Sick Time
Tuition Reimbursement
Option to Work Fully Remote

Job summary

A proprietary trading firm is seeking an Experienced Trader to join their dynamic trading team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in high volume trading and the ability to develop new, profitable trading strategies. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $185,000, flexible work options, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years working experience in high volume trading.
  • Has demonstrated ability to develop profitable trading strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Join and contribute to the trading team.
  • Develop new trading strategies utilizing proprietary software.

Skills

Light programming work
Fluency in C++
Fluency in Python
Strong mathematical aptitude
Teamwork
Effective communication under pressure
Adaptability
High volume trading experience
Sound judgment in trading
Development of profitable trading strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical area

Job description

Description

XR Trading is a proprietary trading firm with employees in the Netherlands, Singapore, UK and US. XR participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global futures, equities, commodities, options, fixed income, and cryptocurrencies. Our culture emphasizes teamwork and focuses on continuous integration and test‑driven development.

We embrace opportunistic hiring by welcoming exceptional talent even when a specific role may not be open. If you are highly skilled, motivated, and eager to contribute, we encourage applicants to apply so we can explore potential opportunities within XR Trading.

Job Function & Responsibilities
  • We are seeking a talented and self‑motivated Experienced Trader to join our growing trading team
  • The ideal candidate is willing to develop new trading strategies utilizing our proprietary software, as well as customize our current trading strategies
Location
  • Work location is generally flexible and subject to approval
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical area such as electrical engineering or computer science
Preferred Experience & Skills
  • Preference to those with the ability to do light programming work using multi‑dimensional arrays, nested loops, complex conditionals and simple file I/O
  • Preference to those who are fluent in C++ and/or Python
  • Strong mathematical aptitude
  • Values teamwork and is capable of thinking independently
  • Can communicate effectively while under pressure
  • Can adapt to changing situations with ease
  • 5+ years working experience of high volume trading
  • Has demonstrated the ability to use sound judgment while trading
  • Proven ability to develop new, profitable trading strategies

Please note: only individuals whose qualifications match our current needs will be contacted for further screening and/or interviews. XR Trading does not hire candidates who are currently on a student visa or who now or in the future will require XR to sponsor them for employment visa. Thank you for your interest in XR Trading!

Below is the expected base salary range for this position. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus as additional compensation as well as company benefits listed below.

Base Salary Range
  • $135,000 - $185,000 USD
XR’s Company Benefits Package
100% Employer-Paid
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Health Savings Account
  • $50,000 Life Insurance Policy
  • Short‑term Disability Insurance
  • Long‑term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dental
  • Vision
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • XR matches 50 cents to every dollar employee contributes
Pre-tax Transit Benefits
  • $50 stipend for each month
  • Annual reimbursement for bike sharing programs
Paid Time Off
  • Generous Annual Vacation and Sick Time
  • Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive Parent Leave
Continued Education
  • Tuition Reimbursement for relevant Undergraduate and Graduate School
  • 100% reimbursement for successful completion of qualifying Certificate Programs, CFA Exams, and Single Courses
Anniversary Program
  • 5 Years of Employment: 2 additional PTO days and a long‑weekend trip for two to a local resort of your choice
  • 10 & 20 Years of Employment: 6‑Week Paid Sabbatical
  • 15 Years of Employment: 3 additional PTO days and a long‑weekend trip for two to a global destination of your choice
Other XR Perks
  • Option to Work Fully Remote
  • Regularly Scheduled Company Sponsored Lunch
  • Access to Building Gym
  • Regular Corporate Events
  • Book Club
  • XR Super Week
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