Proprietary Trader – Equities & Options

Trader Hire; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 250,000; Part time

Job summary

Trader Hire is seeking proprietary traders to trade equities and options using firm‑allocated capital in a fully remote environment. You will develop, test, and refine your personal trading strategies with structured risk management and professional coaching support.Location: Wichita, KS; Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099); Capital: starting up to $50,000, progression to $500,000+; Profit split: 65%–90%; This is a remote‑first opportunity with capital reviews every two months.

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.

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

Analytical skills

Decision‑making under pressure

Self-motivated

Reliable internet

Trading platforms knowledge

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: Wichita, KS

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
• Starting capital allocation up to $50,000, with clear progression to $500,000+
• Remote‑first firm with traders across multiple regions and time zones
• Capital reviews on a recurring two‑month cadence for qualified traders
• Specifics on incentives and advancement opportunities reviewed at interview

Our Work Culture

We are a meritocracy in the truest sense: results drive everything. Whether you are based in a major city or a small town, whether you trade pre‑market or overnight, what matters is performance. Our culture celebrates traders who put in the work and let the numbers speak.

Location & Remote Work

This position is listed for candidates in the Wichita, KS 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 Wichita. All you need is a reliable computer and internet connection to get started.