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Valkyrie Trading

Senior Derivatives Trader

Valkyrie Trading, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


What You’ll Do:

Senior Derivatives Traders are expected to own, maintain, grow, and be responsible for key revenue streams for one or more products on our trading desks. In this role, you will be responsible for all risk and inventory held by the trading team, and expected to leverage your experience and knowledge in making critical decisions in real-time. On every level, Senior Traders will look to effectuate systemic improvements to the trading strategy to ensure the long-term viability and competitiveness of the strategy.

What You’ll Need:

4+ years experience on a trading desk

A strong ability to manage and assess risk in a derivatives portfolio

A passion for trading and financial markets

A desire to develop and constantly improve the strategies and models that drive our trading activities

A tenacious determination to problem solve

Strong math and numerical aptitude

Entrepreneurial spirit

A keen attention to detail

Willingness to dig into problems

Relentless desire to constantly improve

Proactive attitude

Quantitative analysis skills are a plus

Advanced degrees preferred

What You’ll Get:

Competitive salaries and performance bonuses

Top-tier medical and dental coverage

Relocation assistance packages

Generous vacation policy

Training opportunities and continuing education

Catered lunch, snacks, and beverages

Group outings and company parties

Casual dress environment

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