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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$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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

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  •   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

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Lead diverse marketing initiatives, from events to content creation, while collaborating with Sales and Product teams. This hands-on role requires strong organization and communication skills to drive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering tailored solutions for Wholesale customers, enhancing partnerships and driving sales through strategic proposals and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive growth in national construction and aggregates. Leverage your sales expertise to build relationships, manage complex deals, and support customers through the auction proce...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

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Dallas, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $102K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $102K *

Elevate your career as a Senior SAP Consultant, driving innovative solutions and optimizing processes for our clients. Your expertise will be key in transforming their operational landscapes through s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $124K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team that drives innovation and excellence. Contribute to impactful projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals and enh...

California, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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Toronto, ONRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive sales and develop relationships with financial advisors across various channels to enhance market share and revenue for investment products, while collaborating with team members to leverage dat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Engineer AI-driven integrations and enhance platform capabilities while independently managing client engagements from discovery to certification. Collaborate with sales, design solutions, and ensure...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$96K - $186K *

Drive impactful omnichannel advertising strategies, optimizing campaigns and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and deliver data-driven insi...

Hoboken, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal role in transforming tax compliance into operational confidence. Collaborate with senior Sales Engineers to engage enterprise clients, addressing complex challenges and delivering ta...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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United StatesRemote

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  •   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.