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.
$178K - $367K *
Elevate organizational effectiveness by serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership, driving clarity and accountability across cross-functional initiatives, and translating complex challenges...
1 week ago
$103K - $130K *
Support the development and execution of social media strategies to enhance brand engagement and customer acquisition. Collaborate with marketing specialists to drive growth through innovative content...
1 week ago
Sr Channel Account Manager, Managed Service Providers (Remote US)
$184K - $287K *
Empower our channel sales strategy by building and scaling MSP partnerships, driving recurring revenue, and collaborating cross-functionally to establish a robust partner ecosystem that thrives in the...
1 week ago
Senior Product Marketing Manager, Trading
$170K - $200K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of trading by driving go-to-market strategies for innovative financial products. Leverage your expertise in product marketing to elevate customer engagement and b...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$50K - $250K *
Lead the charge in achieving sales targets by utilizing expert knowledge and effective tools to build client relationships, manage business renewals, and drive new business development in a dynamic in...
3 weeks ago
$50K - $250K *
Unlock your potential in sales by driving business growth through expert client engagement, strategic use of tools, and maintaining a robust book of business for high renewal success. Join a dynamic t...
3 weeks ago
Senior Data Scientist I, Growth & Engagement
$159K - $188K *
Unlock potential by leveraging data to drive product decisions and enhance user engagement. Collaborate across teams to design experiments, develop predictive models, and influence product strategies...
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$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of cloud-native applications by designing and developing scalable solutions that enhance Workforce Management and Customer Experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliv...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic marketing team to drive strategies, build partnerships, and enhance product positioning in the B2B SaaS landscape, ensuring alignment with sales initiatives and m...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Manager, Account Strategy, Dairy
$96K - $186K *
Drive the development and execution of omnichannel advertising campaigns, optimizing performance through data analysis and collaboration. Build strong client relationships while mentoring team members...
5 days ago
Vice President, Performance Marketing
$180K - $220K *
Join a team that's shaping performance marketing across a $1B+ portfolio. You'll lead the strategy, manage a talented team, and drive growth through innovative paid media efforts that enhance efficien...
4 weeks ago
Vice President, Performance Marketing
$180K - $220K *
Lead and innovate performance marketing strategies across a vast brand portfolio. Drive measurable outcomes, build high-performing teams, and collaborate with cross-functional leaders to optimize paid...
4 weeks ago
Sr. Director, Analyst - Supply Chain AI Strategy, Governance & Value Realization
$172K - $202K *
Lead supply chain strategy development by analyzing trends. Collaborate with CSCOs, providing insights and thought leadership through research and presentations. Drive implementation of best practices...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Empower a healthcare association by leading strategic initiatives, fostering partnerships, and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program excellence and ensure effective...
2 weeks ago
Staff Full-stack Engineer - Shopping (Remote-eligible)
$244K - $279K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative solutions in cloud banking. Collaborate with experts to drive modernization, mentor peers, and optimize technology strategies across multiple projects, ensuring...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by bridging engineering and user needs through exceptional technical documentation. This role requires translating complex information into clear, actionable content for training mate...
3 weeks ago
Portfolio Manager - Pittsburgh PA Area
$104K - $125K *
Lead strategic initiatives for Chronic PD portfolio, driving growth through physician engagement and contract management. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance market share and ensure effective re...
2 days ago
Staff Software Engineer - Virtualization
$171K - $288K *
Join a team that's dedicated to shaping cutting-edge engineering platforms for embedded software, driving innovation in software-defined vehicles. Lead cross-team initiatives, and ensure high-quality...
Reposted 2 days ago
$72K - $132K *
Champion end-to-end experiential programs, translating creative vision into actionable plans. Collaborate with teams to manage budgets, schedules, and logistics, ensuring seamless execution and high-q...
3 days ago
Head of Delivery, AI Operations
$156K - $234K *
Champion the future of AI operations by leading global teams to deliver high-quality training data and evaluation services. Drive innovation and efficiency in a fast-paced environment, ensuring impact...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $145K *
Transform product strategy into actionable backlogs, guiding delivery through agile practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize features, manage defects, and ensure alignment with...
2 days ago
Commercial Agronomist - Heartland
$74K - $93K *
Join a team that's driving agricultural innovation by leveraging agronomic expertise and sales acumen to enhance customer adoption of cutting-edge nitrogen management solutions and accelerate revenue...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Lien Negotiation
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in building and managing a lien negotiation function, overseeing complex medical lien resolutions while driving team performance and compliance to maximize client recoveries and stream...
2 weeks ago
Utilities Right of Way Program Manager - Virginia
$146K - $160K *
Drive impactful utility right of way projects, ensuring alignment of scope, schedule, and budget while fostering client relationships and guiding project managers to success in a dynamic, remote work...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $200K *
Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic team of Enterprise Account Executives. Drive strategy, enhance sales processes, and foster collaboration to meet sales goals while navigating complex enterp...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
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.