Proprietary Trader – Equities & Options

Trader Hire; Fargo, Northern (ND, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Trader Hire seeks experienced proprietary traders to trade equities and options using firm-allocated capital in a fully remote setup. You will develop and test your personal strategies with structured risk management and mentorship, operating as an independent contractor (1099).

Based in Fargo, ND or remote, this role offers performance-based splits from 65% to 90%, starting capital up to $50,000 with potential to scale beyond $500,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience trading options or currencies.
• Solid understanding of derivatives markets and trading fundamentals.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and results-oriented.
• Stable computer setup and reliable high-speed internet connection.
• Familiarity with trading platforms is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Construct and execute options trades aligned with your defined edge and risk tolerance.
• Track volatility surfaces, skew, and term structure to inform strategy selection.
• Size positions appropriately using portfolio-level risk metrics, not just per-trade stops.
• Adjust hedges and roll positions in response to changing market conditions.
• Document trade theses, entries, exits, and post-trade reviews for ongoing improvement.
• Engage with peer traders to share market views and refine strategy ideas.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Decision-making under pressure

Self-motivated & disciplined

Reliable high-speed internet

Trading platforms

Tools

Trading platforms

Job description

About the Firm

We are an established proprietary trading firm that has spent the last two decades building one of the most respected trader-development models in the industry. Our traders operate independently but never alone — capital, risk infrastructure, mentorship, and a peer community are all part of the package.

Position Overview

We are hiring proprietary traders to trade equities and options using firm-allocated capital. You will develop, test, and refine your personal trading strategies across stocks and options markets with structured risk management and professional coaching support in a fully remote environment.

Location: Fargo, ND

Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099)

Experience Level: 2+ years trading or managing investments

Key Responsibilities

• Construct and execute options trades aligned with your defined edge and risk tolerance
• Track volatility surfaces, skew, and term structure to inform strategy selection
• Size positions appropriately using portfolio-level risk metrics, not just per-trade stops
• Adjust hedges and roll positions in response to changing market conditions
• Document trade theses, entries, exits, and post-trade reviews for ongoing improvement
• Engage with peer traders to share market views and refine strategy ideas

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience trading options or currencies
• Solid understanding of derivatives markets and trading fundamentals
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills under pressure
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and results-oriented
• Stable computer setup and reliable high-speed internet connection
• Familiarity with trading platforms is a bonus

Position Details

• Independent contractor (1099) arrangement with performance-only compensation
• Tiered profit splits ranging from 65% to 90% based on consistency and results