Quantitative Options Trader — Own P&L, Build Strategies

Edgehog Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) with company match

Unlimited paid time off

Free lunch and snacks

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Edgehog Trading, based in Chicago, seeks a trader to design and optimize systematic options trading strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing an options market making book and exceptional quantitative skills.

In this role, you'll work in a collaborative environment, contributing to the firm's growth with hands-on access to impactful projects from day one. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) match, and unlimited paid time off, making this a compelling opportunity for motivated professionals.

Qualifications

• Previous experience trading with a track record in options market making.
• Ability to manage and improve automated trading systems.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize systematic options trading strategies.
• Build algorithmic options trading models.
• Analyze market microstructure to improve strategy performance.
• Collaborate with teams to develop new models.
• Manage real-time risk across a portfolio.

Skills

Options trading experience

Quantitative and analytical skills

Python programming

Attention to detail

Education

BA/BS/MS/PhD in relevant fields

Job description

Edgehog Trading, based in Chicago, seeks a trader to design and optimize systematic options trading strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing an options market making book and exceptional quantitative skills.

In this role, you'll work in a collaborative environment, contributing to the firm's growth with hands-on access to impactful projects from day one. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) match, and unlimited paid time off, making this a compelling opportunity for motivated professionals.