FX/Futures Trader

Fionics

United States

On-site

USD 120,000 - 210,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Proprietary tech stack
Global market access
500+ employees
18+ years in business

Job summary

Fionics in Chicago is seeking a seasoned FX or futures trader to join our proprietary trading desk. You will trade FX and futures using our in‑house technology, taking full P&L responsibility within a disciplined risk framework.

You will operate with access to global markets and deep liquidity, executing trades across derivatives, futures, FX, equities, and commodities on a proprietary platform. The role demands a proven track record, strong risk controls, and an ability to thrive in a

Qualifications

  • 3+ years trading FX or futures at a prop firm, market maker, or bank desk.
  • Calmar ratio of 4+ or equivalent risk-adjusted track record.
  • Strong understanding of market microstructure and execution.
  • Disciplined risk management and drawdown control.

Responsibilities

  • Trade FX or futures using the firm’s proprietary technology platform.
  • Full P&L ownership with strong risk management frameworks.
  • Access to global markets and deep liquidity.

Skills

FX/futures trading
Calmar ratio 4+
Market microstructure
Risk management

Job description

FX or Futures Trader — Proprietary Trading

Chicago | Full-time | On-site

Hiring for a major Chicago-based prop firm trading its own capital across global derivatives, futures, FX, equities, and commodities. 500+ people, offices worldwide, serious infrastructure.

The Role Trade FX or futures using the firm's proprietary technology platform. Full P&L ownership with strong risk management frameworks. Access to global markets and deep liquidity.

You

  • 3+ years trading FX or futures at a prop firm, market maker, or bank desk
  • Calmar ratio of 4+ or equivalent risk-adjusted track record
  • Strong understanding of market microstructure and execution
  • Disciplined risk management and drawdown control

Why Here

  • Trade the firm's own capital - no client mandates
  • Proprietary tech stack and global market access
  • 500+ people, well-capitalised, 18+ years in business
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