Options Trader at D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P. New York, NY

D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k contribution matching

Wellness reimbursement

Family building benefits

Charitable gift match program

Diversity and inclusion programs

Job summary

A leading investment firm in New York is seeking an Options Trader to join their trading team. This role involves executing trades and developing analytical tools in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in finance and programming, with excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary between $150,000 and $250,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that supports diversity and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Strong academic and professional achievement.
• Attention to detail is essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute options trades for the firm's strategies.
• Develop analytical and market monitoring tools.
• Manage counterparty relationships.

Skills

Interest in financial markets

Computer programming skills

Quantitative aptitude

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Options Trader job at D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.

Options Trader job at D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.. New York, NY. Options Trader Location New York, NY : Join our Trading team in New York The Options trading desk is looking for a trader to join the group's U.S. desk in New York. The trader will assist with trading options and equities—along with the possibility of other asset classes—on behalf of several of the firm's systematic and fundamental strategies. This role offers the opportunity to work in an inclusive, collaborative, and engaging working environment.

What you'll do day-to-day

This role will involve executing options trades for our systematic and fundamental strategies, developing analytical and market monitoring tools, and managing counterparty relationships.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a bachelor's degree or higher, and an impressive record of academic and professional achievement.
• Strong interest in financial markets and computer programming skills are required.
• Well-developed quantitative and analytical aptitude with acute sensitivity to detail are essential.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are required.
• The expected annual base salary for this position is $150,000 to $250,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401k contribution matching, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.

Diversity & Benefits

At the D. E. Shaw group, we believe the diversity of our employees is core to our strength and success. We are committed to supporting our people in work and in life, which is why we offer benefits such as a family planning and surrogacy program and a charitable gift match to all full-time employees.

Additionally, our staff-led affinity groups are pillars of our community, helping to celebrate diversity, promote leadership and development opportunities, and facilitate inclusive mentorship. Members and allies organize a wide range of educational and social programming, from expert talks to film festivals.