Junior Derivatives Trader

Valkyrie Trading

• $140K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science or equivalent
  • Passion for financial markets
  • Excellent quantitative, analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Entrepreneurial attitude with attention to detail
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to make quick, logical decisions in high-pressure scenarios
  • Competitive drive with maturity for significant responsibility
  • Ability to recover swiftly from mistakes
  • Proficient in quantitative & data analysis
  • Experience with Python or R programming
  • Eligibility to start a full-time role between January 2027 - August 2027
  • Valid authorization to work in the US without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Operate proprietary trading system and manage day-to-day PnL and risk
  • Engage directly with the market to assess the impact of trading decisions
  • Complete rigorous training, including live trading sessions
  • Collaborate with existing team members to enhance trading strategies
  • Learn and implement operational procedures under senior trader supervision
  • Develop skills in quantitative analysis and data interpretation
  • Adapt to evolving responsibilities as expertise grows

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries and performance bonuses
  • Direct mentoring from experienced software engineers
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Generous vacation policy to promote work-life balance
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth
  • Complimentary lunch, snacks, and beverages
  • Social events and company outings
  • Casual dress code for a relaxed work atmosphere
Full Job Description
What You'll Do:

At Valkyrie, Derivatives Traders are responsible for operating our proprietary trading system and being fully responsible for day-to-day PnL and risk. You're directly facing the market every day and seeing the immediate impact of your decisions. After completing our rigorous training program, including several weeks of live trading, you'll join an existing team to continue learning how to successfully manage our trading strategies. From there, your responsibilities will only grow, as you perform and operate under the supervision of a senior trader.

What You'll Need:

  • Degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science or equivalent
  • Passion for the financial markets
  • Excellent quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Entrepreneurial attitude with a keen attention to detail
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to make split-second logical decisions in a high-pressure environment
  • Competitive drive and the maturity to handle considerable responsibility
  • Capability to quickly recover from mistakes
  • Quantitative & Data Analysis skills
  • Python or R programming experience
  • Be eligible to start a full-time role within the January 2027 - August 2027 timeframe.
  • Must have valid, ongoing, unrestricted authorization to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored or self-initiated immigration filings.


What You'll Get:

  • Competitive salaries and performance bonuses
  • Direct mentoring from senior software engineers
  • Top-tier medical, vision, 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


Salary range

  • $140,000
  • This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.


$140,000 - $140,000 a year

This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

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