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.
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.
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.
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.
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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$120K - $145K *
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$117K - $160K *
Lead the charge in underwriting E&S commercial property and casualty accounts. Manage risk assessments, develop competitive quotes, and collaborate with carriers to optimize profitability while achiev...
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$143K - $286K *
Lead the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, driving the full software development lifecycle while integrating AI/ML technologies. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality so...
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$110K - $220K *
Drive the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, enhancing engineering productivity through technical leadership and collaboration. Lead the full software lifecycle while promoting clo...
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$132K - $264K *
Champion technical excellence as a Staff Engineer, leading architectural direction across teams, solving complex problems, and mentoring engineers to elevate performance in a dynamic eCommerce fulfill...
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$110K - $220K *
Champion technical leadership in reliability and scalability, driving SRE best practices and AI innovations. Build automation frameworks and enhance operational excellence across platforms, ensuring r...
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$110K - $220K *
Innovate by driving technical excellence in mission-critical applications, enhancing reliability and performance for a global workforce. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex chall...
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(USA) Staff, Software Engineer
$110K - $220K *
Accelerate progress at a leading tech firm by driving scalable software solutions. Lead cross-functional teams in developing cloud-native applications while enhancing engineering practices and integra...
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(USA) Staff, Software Engineer
$110K - $220K *
Lead technical initiatives to enhance reliability and scalability across platforms. Drive SRE best practices, architect automation frameworks, and innovate with AI solutions to improve incident manage...
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(USA) Staff, Software Engineer
$143K - $286K *
Transform software development by leading cloud-native initiatives, mentoring peers, and integrating AI/ML technologies. Drive the full software lifecycle to deliver scalable, resilient solutions that...
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(USA) Staff, Software Engineer
$143K - $286K *
Empower your career by leading software development initiatives, driving innovation, and collaborating across teams to deliver scalable, cloud-native solutions that enhance operational efficiency and...
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$102K - $143K *
Elevate your career by acquiring and nurturing merchant partnerships to drive category growth. Collaborate across teams to address business challenges with innovative solutions and stay updated on pro...
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$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of education by owning content strategy for assessments. Collaborate with experts and district leaders to enhance quality and drive adoption, leveraging insights to inform product dir...
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Sr. Software Engineer (Tech Lead) - .NET/C#
$114K - $191K *
Lead the charge in shaping high-impact SaaS solutions by driving technical strategy and empowering a high-performing engineering team. Collaborate across disciplines to foster innovation in a fast-pac...
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$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team to lead strategic account services, driving revenue growth and client satisfaction through innovative pharmaceutical marketing initiatives while mentoring and developing talent wit...
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Sr Contract Lifecycle Management Administrator (Remote)
$94K - $124K *
Lead operational excellence by managing our CLM platform, ensuring efficient contract processes and seamless collaboration among stakeholders, vendors, and technology to optimize procurement operation...
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$125K - $155K *
Innovate product strategy and execution, bridging cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with customer needs and organizational goals throughout the product lifecycle...
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Senior Analyst, Revenue Management
$90K - $110K *
Champion the optimization of transportation pricing structures, harnessing data-driven insights to enhance profitability and support strategic growth initiatives across the US Marketplace for diverse...
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$70K - $94K *
Join our mission-driven team to engage kidney care patients directly, building trust and awareness of health plans. You'll collaborate with care teams and community members to support informed health...
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$160K - $200K *
Drive high-impact consulting engagements, leading strategic initiatives with senior executives. Shape growth strategies, mentor teams, and foster client relationships to enhance business performance a...
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$100K - $120K *
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Software Engineer I, Marketplace Makers
$108K - $162K *
Grow your skills as a Software Engineer I, building full-stack web features in PHP and React/TypeScript. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance seller experiences and contribute to impactful proje...
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Develop and enhance product marketing strategies to effectively communicate complex healthcare technology solutions, ensuring they resonate with customers and drive market success in a dynamic, scalab...
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$82K - $131K *
Join a team that's driving sales success in the retail sector! Manage a dynamic territory, develop strategic sales campaigns, and build lasting relationships with enterprise customers while leveraging...
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What does a trader do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.