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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$95K - $130K *

Optimize digital acquisition strategies by leading a high-performing team, managing multi-million-dollar budgets, and driving growth through data-driven insights across various paid media channels...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $170K *

Lead the evolution of our design system by building accessible, reusable components and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and streamline adoption across products...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by embedding with customers to drive technical adoption and outcomes. Leverage your enterprise experience to build, deploy, and troubleshoot solutions while fostering trust with execu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $184K *

Champion growth in the public sector by driving strategic initiatives and partner engagement. Collaborate with key stakeholders to expand HPE's portfolio and influence revenue opportunities across the...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$132K - $264K *

Optimize platform engineering by delivering scalable, cloud-native solutions and AI/ML frameworks. Lead cross-functional teams through the software development lifecycle, ensuring high availability an...

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

$150K - $175K *

Drive the design and implementation of secure data ingestion pipelines using Cribl and Splunk, optimizing performance and cost efficiency while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and col...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales of mission-critical technology for public safety. Engage with emergency response agencies, navigate complex procurement cycles, and deliver innovative solutions that...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $200K *

Drive growth by leading a high-performing automotive sales team while acquiring new Tier 3 dealership clients. Collaborate with executives to set strategic goals, optimize sales processes, and enhance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of application development by leading complex projects, coding, and enhancing software solutions. Collaborate with teams to design, troubleshoot, and optimize applications while m...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Technical Recruiter, driving Engineering hiring and building strong talent pipelines. Collaborate with leaders to define roles, enhance candidate experience, and adapt strat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining the buyer experience in B2B software. As a Principal Product Manager, you'll lead strategy, drive product delivery, and enhance buyer trust across multiple platforms, ens...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $182K *

Join a team that's redefining logistics coordination from home, ensuring smooth freight movement across the country. You'll manage schedules, track shipments, and provide exceptional service while gai...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $182K *

Reimagine logistics from home! You'll coordinate freight operations, enhancing efficiency while collaborating with a virtual team to ensure timely deliveries and excellent service across the trucking...

Sitka, AKRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $182K *

Grow your career with a remote role that drives logistics efficiency, coordinating shipments and schedules while providing exceptional service and collaboration from the comfort of your home in a dyna...

Lewiston, MERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

The Startup Account Executive at OpenRouter will be responsible for driving new customer acquisition and building partnerships within the startup ecosystem. This role involves connecting with founders...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion clinical trial excellence by monitoring, analyzing, and ensuring compliance in innovative healthcare studies. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient safety and data integrity while driving...

Blue Bell, PARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $225K *

Optimize Shopify's checkout and post-purchase experiences by developing key features and tools. Collaborate with a small, autonomous team, tackling challenges across multiple systems with a focus on p...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$70K - $110K *

Lead efforts in healthcare sales development by researching and qualifying accounts, engaging senior executives, and collaborating with marketing and sales teams to build a robust pipeline and drive m...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $103K *

Transform local business growth by building a robust pipeline of SaaS clients through proactive prospecting and relationship management, while executing defined sales processes and achieving quotas in...

Iowa, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Unlock the potential of data as a senior analytical leader, driving strategic insights and advanced analytics for product growth and user engagement. Collaborate across teams to shape data-driven deci...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving sales of innovative ophthalmology software across Canada. Collaborate with distributors, attend trade shows, and leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform product vision into reality by leading the Encoder solution, managing backlogs, and collaborating with stakeholders to maximize value and user satisfaction. Drive strategic decisions and ens...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $125K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth for a diverse portfolio of North American clients. Act as a strategic partner, enhancing relationships and identifying new opportunities to accelerate their...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead strategic OEM sales initiatives, cultivate executive relationships, and drive revenue growth through innovative technology solutions in the automotive sector. Shape the...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.