Stock & Options Trader – Professional Trading Firm

Trader-Hire; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Trader Hire is seeking skilled stock and options traders to join as independent contractors. You will trade firm capital across equity and options markets, sharing profits and accessing mentorship and a supportive trading community.

Location is Baltimore, MD, with a remote-first setup. Begin with capital and scale toward larger allocations based on performance; reviews occur bi-monthly to enable growth.

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.

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

Trading experience

Discipline

Risk management

Tools

Broker APIs

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 seeking stock and options traders to join our professional trading firm. You will trade firm capital across equity and options markets, keeping a significant share of your profits while accessing institutional-level tools, mentorship, and a supportive trading community.

Location: Baltimore, MD

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 Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore. All you need is a reliable computer and internet connection to get started.