Systematic Options Trader — Real-Time Risk & Algo Research

Citadel Securities; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Miami is looking for a Systematic Options Trader to manage innovative trading strategies. The role requires balancing operational and research tasks, including risk management and strategy performance monitoring. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in STEM, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Python and data science libraries. This position offers the opportunity to influence trading strategies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a top institution required.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in trading environments.
• Proficient in Python, comfortable with data processing.

Responsibilities

• Build deep understanding of systematic market making business.
• Identify methods of measuring existing systematic behaviors.
• Guide platform evolution and strategy adjustments.
• React in real-time to market flows and regime shifts.
• Define risk management protections for trading activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strategic decision-making

Python programming

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM or economics program

Tools

Python data science libraries

Kdb+/Q

SQL

Linux

Git

VS Code

Job description

A leading financial services firm in Miami is looking for a Systematic Options Trader to manage innovative trading strategies. The role requires balancing operational and research tasks, including risk management and strategy performance monitoring. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in STEM, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Python and data science libraries. This position offers the opportunity to influence trading strategies in a fast-paced environment.