Quantitative Trader – 2027 Graduate Program (August Start) Old Mission Capital · Chicago, Unite[...]

Tradermath; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

On-site meals

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Plan

Commuter benefit

Job summary

Old Mission seeks a junior trader to join a globally oriented team in Chicago. You will contribute to disciplined decision making, risk management, and derivatives pricing while researching new opportunities across asset classes.

Ideal candidates hold a quantitative degree and are proficient in Python or C++, with strong ethics, curiosity, and teamwork. The firm offers a robust compensation package and full benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in a quantitative field (CS/Engineering/Hard sciences).
• Proficiency in Python or C++.
• Ability to work and solve problems as part of a team, often in a high-pressure environment.
• Proven trustworthiness and high ethical standards.
• Strong desire to learn and understand how things work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and adaptability in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Junior traders will perform disciplined decision making, risk management, and derivative pricing, and research new opportunities.

Skills

Python

C++

Teamwork

Ethics

Curiosity

Communication

Strong work ethic

Education

Quantitative degree (CS/Engineering/Hard sciences)

Job description

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.

Old Mission does not seek capital from outside investors, allowing us the flexibility to aggressively invest in our team members and keep them engaged in the firm’s growth.

About the Position

Our traders work in teams to seek out and profitably trade mispriced securities. The junior traders job responsibilities will include disciplined decision making, risk management, derivative pricing, and researching new opportunities.

Required Skills

• An undergraduate or an advanced degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, engineering, or one of the hard sciences
• Proficiency with at least one of the following languages: Python or C++
• The ability to work and solve problems as part of a team, often in a high-pressure environment
• Proven trustworthiness and performance under the highest ethical standards
• A strong desire for knowledge and to understand how things work
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• A strong work ethic and ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Benefits and Perks

• Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Fully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day on-site
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Commuter Benefit Program

Base Salary

$200,000 - Salaries are based on numerous factors such as skills, experience, and education. Our compensation package also includes a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees.

Old Mission is not accepting unsolicited resumes from any staffing/search firms. All resumes submitted by staffing/search firms to any employee at Old Mission via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid signed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Old Mission, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Old Mission.