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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$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful go-to-market strategies for Global Systems Integrators. Leverage your product marketing expertise to create valuable enablement resources that empower partners and enhance Cyera's data...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in driving new business development through full sales cycle management, establishing relationships, and exceeding revenue targets by leveraging consultative selling and effective pipe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $286K *

Drive the design and development of scalable software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and performance. Lead coding efforts and implement best practices...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$153K - $207K *

Oversee strategic account management to drive growth and foster executive relationships. Lead negotiations for high-value contracts while developing long-term business strategies across multiple stake...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$66K - $106K *

Contribute to the modernization of America's airspace by executing software installations and updates for the FAA's Terminal Flight Data Manager program, ensuring operational readiness and compliance...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $180K *

Lead the evolution of revenue forecasting and lending portfolio planning, enhancing financial models and insights. Collaborate across functions to drive strategic analysis and improve decision-making...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $220K *

Unlock potential by driving new business in the Data Privacy sector, utilizing consultative sales techniques to meet client needs and exceed revenue goals while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $156K *

Elevate global tradeshow success by leading strategy, planning, and execution. Drive brand awareness and customer engagement while managing cross-functional partnerships and delivering measurable impa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $205K *

Join our team to optimize fraud detection models, transforming data into actionable insights. Collaborate across departments to enhance risk management and ensure robust protection against evolving fr...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$186K - $218K *

Drive the development of high-performing, reliable trading systems for millions. Lead the design and evolution of robust infrastructure to enhance user experience across web and mobile platforms...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion client success by managing relationships and ensuring optimal use of solutions. Drive operational excellence and compliance while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance service delivery...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading strategic Infor WMS implementations, optimizing client operations, and fostering strong partnerships. Drive improvements in warehouse management and logistics while ensu...

CanadaRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead impactful Infor WMS projects, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance warehouse management efficiencies. Manage implementation, drive improvements, and foster trusted relationships to maximize...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

The Account Manager at ScaleOps will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with post-sale customers, ensuring their satisfaction and addressing their needs. This role involv...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Develop and grow strategic accounts in the Industrial Water sector, focusing on innovative solutions and distributor partnerships while driving market expansion, especially in data centers, for sustai...

Morristown, NJRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $169K *

Unlock potential by developing and maintaining ASC 606 revenue policies, ensuring compliance and accuracy in revenue recognition. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape contract structures and suppor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize inventory across multiple locations, ensuring timely product availability and enhancing customer satisfaction through data-driven decisions and collaboration with cross...

South Plainfield, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $200K *

Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and models, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data practices and ensure quality. Drive modernization efforts in data engineering, optimizi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive adoption and maximize ROI by managing enterprise customer accounts, leading deployments and training. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless integration, provide exceptional service...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining customer engagement through innovative lifecycle marketing. You'll strategize and execute campaigns that enhance onboarding, retention, and conversion across multiple pla...

New York City, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of growth by leading sales initiatives, developing strategic relationships, and guiding a dedicated team in expanding market reach for engineered products and precision components...

Berne, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$207K - $218K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial systems by owning backend services for secure fund movement across fiat and crypto. Drive technical direction, mentor engineers, and enhance system r...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and delivery of a robust Salesforce ecosystem, driving business impact through innovative solutions and team development in a dynamic, global environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the healthcare landscape by leading product initiatives end-to-end. Engage deeply with senior living customers, translating insights into impactful solutions while collaborating across teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $170K *

Take ownership of complex engineering challenges, driving innovative solutions across multiple domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success while fostering a culture of a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.