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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$126K - $133K *

Elevate financial performance by analyzing P&L data, resolving invoicing challenges, and leveraging AI tools to drive impactful insights and narratives that enhance retailer partnerships and operation...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$104K - $146K *

Lead strategic industrial engineering initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and standardization across multi-site logistics operations while managing a team and influencing cross-functional resul...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$145K - $190K *

Manage strategic partner relationships to drive technology integrations and AI partnerships, blending hands-on engagement with high-level strategy to enhance commercial outcomes and partner adoption...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $220K *

Engage with higher education institutions to foster relationships, drive customer success, and expand platform adoption. Balance strategic management and revenue growth in a dynamic environment, ensur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$250K - $300K *

Elevate your career by owning the full sales cycle, engaging with security leaders, and driving growth in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, achieve quotas, and col...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $127K *

Discover efficiencies by executing daily broker-dealer operations, ensuring accuracy in trades, positions, and customer accounts while driving improvements for a seamless brokerage experience...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead enterprise sales initiatives by forging client relationships, negotiating complex deals, and driving revenue growth through tailored strategies, leveraging AI tools to enhance efficiency and cust...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$190K - $280K *

Engage in transformative marketplace initiatives by analyzing performance, identifying opportunities, and leading cross-functional teams to implement measurable improvements that enhance customer and...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive the sales process from initial contact to closing, managing relationships across customer segments while collaborating with a skilled team in a dynamic, fully remote environment. Achieve quotas...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Deliver end-to-end data solutions by leveraging expertise in cloud platforms, programming, and engineering leadership. Ensure performance, security, and scalability while mentoring engineers and commu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $175K *

Transform your career with a dynamic role driving growth in automotive finance. Engage daily with dealerships to foster partnerships, analyze market trends, and elevate brand visibility. Bring your pa...

Riverside, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $264K *

Optimize product strategy across a diverse portfolio, driving data-driven insights and influencing stakeholders. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance product lifecycle processes and foster innovatio...

Hoboken, NJRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data quality through Java application development, incident management, and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-qua...

Bloomington, ILRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform partnerships by driving strategic growth and optimizing performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure high-value collaborations and deliver actionable insights that enhance...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$196K - $207K *

Design scalable data solutions, enhance off-platform integrations, and lead cross-team collaborations. Drive architecture modernization and AI-first initiatives while mentoring engineers and optimizin...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K - $129K *

Inspire growth by nurturing relationships and driving revenue for key automotive clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions while exceeding performance and retentio...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$158K - $199K *

Empower innovation in ad formats by leading cross-functional teams to create engaging user experiences. Drive growth for new advertisers while managing strategic partnerships and executing impactful p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $174K *

Drive innovation in ad formats by managing cross-functional teams and partnerships. Shape user experiences that engage new advertisers and enhance revenue streams, while executing strategic initiative...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $220K *

Help us lead the future of autonomous vehicle and robotics operations. Drive safety, quality, and client satisfaction while managing multi-site programs and scaling talent in a dynamic, technology-dri...

San Antonio, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving new business growth across North America by identifying and securing opportunities with automotive distributors, resellers, and enterprise customers, while fostering long-te...

Nashville, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior sales professional, driving new business opportunities and crafting tailored solutions for clients. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, understand client ne...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $225K *

Lead the charge in shaping the product vision and strategy for a transformative platform. Drive cross-functional collaboration, align stakeholder priorities, and manage external partnerships to delive...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on leveraging data to drive growth and enhance our subscription service. You'll analyze metrics, implement changes, and collaborate across teams to optimize user experience...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Empower growth by leading a dynamic sales organization, driving strategy, and optimizing performance. Oversee teams to achieve revenue goals, enhance productivity, and foster a high-performance cultur...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to architect innovative solutions across diverse systems, transforming complex challenges into user-friendly experiences. Collaborate closely with product and design to drive impac...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.