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 - $210K *

Join a dynamic team to shape financial systems that drive growth and innovation. You'll own the strategy for money movement and banking, collaborating across departments to enhance reliability and sca...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $150K *

Champion innovative finance solutions by owning core accounting operations, driving automation, and enhancing financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to build a scalable finance function that su...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K *

Lead the charge in driving growth strategies for large omnichannel merchants, while optimizing partnerships and implementing actionable plans. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver measurable ROI a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing and optimizing WEKA deployments for AI hyperscaler customers, ensuring seamless data layer operations and infrastructure tuning to meet diverse workloads while maintaining...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead strategic enterprise sales initiatives, managing high-value accounts while driving innovative security solutions and strengthening customer relationships across the West region...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead and execute multi-year account strategies for key enterprise accounts, driving revenue and fostering C-suite engagement in complex security environments. Leverage channel partnerships to enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive customer success by fostering relationships, ensuring renewals, and identifying growth opportunities. Engage with key stakeholders to align solutions with evolving needs, enhancing satisfaction...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $110K *

Lead the governance of financial master data across enterprise systems, ensuring consistency and integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define standards, evaluate changes, and enhance d...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$104K - $140K *

Transform financial systems by leading a high-performing team to enhance Workday Financials, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment with business goals while driving continuous improv...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Drive your career forward in a 12-week fellowship, gaining hands-on IT experience, enhancing problem-solving skills, and collaborating on diverse projects within a dynamic team environment...

Coral Gables, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $177K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to shape product strategy, drive growth, and enhance customer value through data-driven insights and innovative solutions across the full product lif...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $125K *

Join a team that's transforming industrial automation by driving sales of advanced robotic solutions. Leverage your expertise to build strategic partnerships, enhance customer relationships, and expan...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing event registration strategies, enhancing attendee experiences, and collaborating across teams to ensure seamless execution and compliance for diverse global events...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading client engagements, gathering requirements, and delivering tailored solutions. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure successful project implementation and advisor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $171K *

Lead the charge in optimizing analytics strategies to drive business growth, leveraging data insights to enhance customer experiences and inform strategic initiatives across a dynamic, fast-paced envi...

California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career as a strategic finance leader, driving financial operations and strategic planning. Own the P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow while partnering with executives to shape growth and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement innovative data solutions, leveraging Azure Databricks and advanced ETL/ELT processes. Empower data-driven insights and mentor fellow engineers while enhanc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $101K *

Join a team that's redefining the tax industry by driving firm success through innovative onboarding and technical expertise. You'll engage directly with clients, ensuring they thrive with our cutting...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Reimagine the bid management process by leading strategic pursuits in the technology sector. Drive client engagement, develop tailored proposals, and enhance win strategies while collaborating across...

Washington, DCRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$250K - $300K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role leading customer acquisition in GenAI Safety Services. Own the full sales cycle, engage with senior stakeholders, and position strategic AI solutions to drive impa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing our Salesforce environment, ensuring scalability and reliability. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data integrity and streamline operations as we gr...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $192K *

Grow customer relationships by driving sales and ensuring success within your territory. Leverage your expertise in digital solutions to identify opportunities, execute strategies, and deliver measura...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$77K - $114K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of supply strategies for merchandise through innovative partnerships, while managing and coaching a dedicated team to achieve regional goals with an emphasi...

Supply, NCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$250K - $400K *

Champion innovative research in clinical AI, driving the development of executable clinical logic modules and experiments to enhance decision-making in healthcare. Collaborate with founders and clinic...

Montreal, QCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing sales team targeting SMB/Mid-Market legal departments. Shape sales strategies, optimize processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve ambit...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.