Proprietary Trader – Equities & Options

Trader-Hire; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Performance-based compensation

Job summary

Trader Hire in the United States seeks experienced proprietary traders to trade equities and options using firm-allocated capital in a remote setup. You will develop and test strategies with coaching support and structured risk management.

Start with up to $50,000 in firm capital, with potential to scale toward $500,000+. Compensation is performance-based with profit splits ranging from 65% to 90% based on your performance tier.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of options, equity, forex, or crypto trading experience
• Understanding of leverage, margin, and risk control across asset classes
• Demonstrated ability to follow a trading plan and avoid emotional decisions
• Strong desire to develop into a consistent, capital-efficient trader
• Stable trading environment — hardware, internet, and quiet workspace
• Experience with broker APIs, scripting, or quant tools is helpful but optional

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

Options trading

Equities trading

Risk management

Trading discipline

Broker APIs

Tools

Broker APIs

Scripting

Quant tools

Job description

About the Firm

We are a long-standing proprietary trading firm with a 20-plus-year track record of developing successful traders. Our approach combines firm-backed capital, structured risk management, and a community-driven culture so traders can focus on improving their craft and scaling their results.

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: Richmond, VA

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

• 2+ years of options, equity, forex, or crypto trading experience
• Understanding of leverage, margin, and risk control across asset classes
• Demonstrated ability to follow a trading plan and avoid emotional decisions
• Strong desire to develop into a consistent, capital-efficient trader
• Stable trading environment — hardware, internet, and quiet workspace
• Experience with broker APIs, scripting, or quant tools is helpful but optional

Position Details

• Independent contractor (1099) role with results-based compensation only
• Profit splits range from 65% to 90%, tied to your performance tier within the firm
• Begin with up to $50,000 in firm capital, with realistic scaling toward $500,000+
• Remote-first by design — you control your environment, your hours, and your setup
• Bi-monthly capital reviews provide a transparent path to larger allocations
• Further details about benefits and incentives covered during onboarding interviews

Our Work Culture

We value autonomy, accountability, and results. You will operate in a remote-first environment where traders are empowered to craft their own strategies and optimize performance. Compensation is performance-driven, giving you direct control over your growth and earnings.

Location & Remote Work

This position is listed for candidates in the Richmond, VA area. While this is a fully remote role and you will work from your own location, we welcome applicants who are based in or near Richmond. All you need is a reliable computer and internet connection to get started.