Explore Trader Jobs

Discover trader jobs for experienced professionals seeking opportunities in financial markets. Traders buy and sell securities, commodities, currencies, and other financial instruments for investment firms, banks, hedge funds, and corporations. Browse vetted roles on Ladders, including opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Traders Do

Trader responsibilities vary by asset class and employer. Common work includes researching markets, evaluating risk, executing trades, monitoring positions, and collaborating with portfolio managers, analysts, and clients. Many traders use quantitative analysis and trading technology to inform decisions and manage exposure in fast-moving markets.

Common Trader Specialties

Trader titles may focus on equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, commodities, derivatives, or digital assets. Some professionals specialize in sales and trading, proprietary trading, algorithmic execution, or market making. Job requirements depend on the market, strategy, and level of responsibility.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong analytical and quantitative skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to make decisions under pressure. Knowledge of financial markets, risk management, and trading platforms is valuable. Requirements may include a degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field, along with relevant experience and any necessary licenses or certifications.

Find Your Next Trader Role

Compare trader openings by specialty, employer, and location, and review each listing for its responsibilities and qualifications. Ladders helps experienced professionals explore vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Create a profile and find trader opportunities aligned with your background and career goals.

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$160K - $200K *

Shape commerce strategy and value engineering for brand partners, connecting marketplace opportunities to commercial proposals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth and profitabilit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate growth by leading premium wholesale partnerships for a baby brand. Drive account management, program design, and independent sales rep oversight to enhance brand positioning and sales perfo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $230K *

Transform mission-critical applications by collaborating with AI engineers to enhance performance, scalability, and security. Drive technical excellence and mentor peers while navigating dynamic feder...

Reston, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $145K *

Empower operational excellence by managing day-to-day business functions, driving performance, and leading a high-performing team in the autonomous vehicle sector. Ensure compliance, foster innovation...

Detroit, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $240K *

Transform the future of distributed systems by designing and building robust platform components. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and scalability in mission-critical environments, driving...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by developing and executing strategic sales plans to enhance market share and foster executive relationships within key accounts in the Chemical, Food & Beverage, and Paper industries...

Tennessee, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion strategic customer relationships and enhance value for assigned dealership accounts by executing tailored Customer Value Plans, fostering executive engagement, and conducting data-driven valu...

Iowa, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to installing and maintaining AV systems in dynamic environments. You'll bring expertise in Q-SYS and AV networking, contributing to seamless corporate communications thro...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Unlock financial insights by managing cash flow and capital assets while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance company performance and drive strategic initiatives in treasury management...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$59K - $126K *

Elevate client relationships by leading strategic account management for government solutions. Drive expansion and revenue growth through consultative sales efforts, leveraging team resources to meet...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer integrated marketing strategies to drive growth and engagement, overseeing campaigns, events, and account-based marketing initiatives that connect prospects with solutions and enhance the buy...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion creative strategy and execution across multiple channels, driving brand engagement and customer storytelling through hands-on design, video production, and performance analysis to enhance acq...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $235K *

Unlock your potential as a key accounting leader, driving innovation and efficiency in financial operations while collaborating across teams to enhance revenue integrity and compliance in a high-growt...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading innovative projects in a dynamic remote environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategies, enhance operations, and deliver top-tier results whil...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$102K - $231K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications while optimizing performance...

Minnesota, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$102K - $231K *

Empower innovation by delivering key technical features and mentoring teams. Collaborate across departments to enhance software quality and performance while driving the architectural direction of log...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$87K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-value product increments by transforming strategic goals into actionable backlogs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless API integrations and drive contin...

Glastonbury, CTRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $400K *

Elevate your career by managing the lifecycle of vendor agreements and contracts. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and streamline workflows, safeguarding business interests while mi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance financial management practices and support critical operations. Collaborate across levels to drive process improvements and deliver impactful financial insights in a fas...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Unlock your potential while overseeing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reports, and driving process improvements across teams. Collaborate closely with leadership to enhance compliance and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $258K *

Join a dynamic team shaping the future of e-commerce on a platform with over 1 billion users. Drive growth initiatives and build innovative solutions that enhance the shopping experience for creators...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by driving product delivery excellence across teams. You'll ensure timely resolution of client requests and bugs, coordinating efforts between Product, Engineering, and Customer Ex...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Shape strategic partnerships by owning enterprise account growth, fostering executive relationships, and leading cross-functional teams to drive market expansion while consistently achieving and forec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $120K *

Elevate patient acquisition by managing and optimizing Audio and YouTube campaigns. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify new partnership opportunities and enhance performance, driving growth thr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $181K *

Champion innovative software solutions for optimal customer experiences. Lead development of full-stack web applications, enhancing shipping logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a trader do?question toggle

    A trader buys and sells financial instruments for an employer or clients, monitors market conditions, evaluates risk, and helps execute investment or hedging strategies.

  • What types of trader jobs are available?question toggle

    Roles may specialize in equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, commodities, derivatives, or digital assets. Other positions focus on areas such as sales and trading, proprietary trading, algorithmic execution, and market making.

  • What qualifications do trader jobs require?question toggle

    Qualifications vary by role and employer. Many positions value financial-market knowledge, quantitative and analytical skills, relevant experience, and a degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field. Some roles may require specific licenses or certifications.

  • How much do trader jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on experience, employer, location, asset class, and performance-based incentives. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find trader jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse trader listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its location, qualifications, compensation, and responsibilities.