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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$110K - $125K *

Elevate product strategy and delivery by leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure alignment with stakeholder needs and mission-critical outcomes in a fully remote environment...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $87K *

Champion strategic paid social initiatives, driving performance through data insights and collaboration across clients' portfolios, while ensuring continuous adaptation to market trends and platform i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$61K - $122K *

Transform cancer diagnostics by configuring and improving business systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance technology platforms, ensuring user support and optimizing workflows to drive effe...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving aftermarket sales growth by managing dealer relationships, executing targeted sales programs, and enhancing parts and service offerings in the Construction & Forestry sector...

Montreal, QCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Transform client relationships by serving as the primary IT liaison, ensuring effective communication, project management, and successful technology solutions delivery. Collaborate with cross-function...

Louisville, KYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by owning and enhancing the go-to-market infrastructure. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to streamline processes, analyze data, and facilitate stra...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Champion financial excellence as a Controller, leading accounting operations and driving compliance. Collaborate with executive teams, managing audits, reporting, and enhancing operational efficiency...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $166K *

Contribute to a high-performing team by leading Account Managers to exceed goals, optimize campaigns, and drive revenue growth. Foster collaboration across functions while enhancing processes and leve...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing application performance through expert Dynatrace monitoring. Collaborate with IT professionals to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance...

St. Louis, MORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$231K - $244K *

Support business growth by drafting and negotiating partner agreements, providing strategic legal advice, and leading cross-functional projects. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $175K *

Lead the charge in expanding market reach and building partnerships with dealerships. This field-based role requires daily engagement, driving growth in the automotive finance sector while delivering...

Toledo, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining product management by building innovative features from concept to launch. Leverage AI tools to enhance efficiency and drive product operations, ensuring seamless deliver...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $100K *

Shape the future of business analysis by bridging stakeholder needs with IT solutions. Collaborate on medium to complex projects, ensuring requirements are met and processes are streamlined for optima...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $300K *

Elevate cybersecurity solutions by driving sales cycles, building relationships with CISO's, and consistently meeting quotas through effective prospecting and outreach in a dynamic enterprise environm...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of seamless data exchange by analyzing EDI requirements, developing maps, and supporting integrations. Collaborate with partners to ensure efficient transactions and enhance elect...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by driving new revenue growth in diverse industries. As a key sales leader, you'll identify prospects, develop relationships, and deliver tailored marketing solutions, ensuring c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales excellence in cutting-edge automation solutions across diverse industries. Build strong executive relationships, manage a robust pipeline, and exceed your...

Detroit, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive the development and optimization of GTM strategies, leveraging automation and campaign execution across multiple platforms to enhance pipeline generation and account prioritization in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming the construction industry by driving sales of AI-powered preconstruction tools. Own the full sales cycle and partner with teams to maximize growth and enhance bidding e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead cross-functional teams to design and deliver data integration solutions, ensuring agile, secure, and scalable data platforms that drive analytics and insights for informed decision-mak...

Richmond, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving sales success in After Market and OEM sectors. Engage, manage, and expand customer accounts while crafting strategic territory plans that elevate business growth within the...

Illinois, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving new business technology sales across North America. Leverage extensive eFX market knowledge and relationships to exceed sales targets and enhance product strategies, while c...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving business success by building relationships and selling comprehensive HR solutions to small and midsize companies. You'll manage your own pipeline, engage with decision-maker...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$67K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving sales success through strategic prospecting and consultative selling. Build lasting relationships with clients while managing a diverse portfolio in a dynamic environment f...

Dublin, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $101K *

Transform business success by driving sales through consultative relationships, managing a diverse pipeline, and leveraging technology to exceed quotas in a dynamic environment focused on companies wi...

Dublin, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.