Remote Proprietary Trader: Equities & Options

Trader-Hire; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Trader Hire, a proprietary trading firm, is seeking independent traders to manage equities and options using firm capital in a fully remote setup. Birmingham, AL area is listed but remote work is available nationwide.

Candidates must have 2+ years trading experience and a disciplined, self-driven approach to risk management. The role offers 1099 contractor status with flexible scheduling, profit sharing, and potential capital increases as performance proves consistent.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of active trading in options, forex, or related instruments.
• Strong grasp of market structure, liquidity, and order flow fundamentals.
• Proven discipline in risk management and adherence to a trading plan.
• Self-motivated learner with an interest in long-term performance improvement.
• Functional home office setup with stable broadband connectivity.
• Familiarity with platforms such as TradingView, ThinkOrSwim, or MetaTrader is a plus.

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

Risk management

Market analysis

Trading platforms

Tools

TradingView

ThinkOrSwim

MetaTrader

Job description

Trader Hire, a proprietary trading firm, is seeking independent traders to manage equities and options using firm capital in a fully remote setup. Birmingham, AL area is listed but remote work is available nationwide.

Candidates must have 2+ years trading experience and a disciplined, self-driven approach to risk management. The role offers 1099 contractor status with flexible scheduling, profit sharing, and potential capital increases as performance proves consistent.