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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
(USA) Principal, Product Manager
$143K - $286K *
Shape the future of AI-driven merchandising by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful AI experiences that enhance decision-making and drive...
1 week ago
Lead Technical Analyst - Real Estate Applications (Yardi)
$121K - $167K *
Lead the evolution of real estate applications by designing and implementing innovative technology solutions, enhancing system reliability, and driving proactive support across Yardi platforms and int...
4 days ago
Sr. Software Engineer II - Byte POS
$131K - $164K *
Join a team that's redefining restaurant technology by building robust mobile applications. As a Senior Software Engineer II, you'll lead feature delivery, optimize performance, and collaborate across...
2 weeks ago
Business Process Manager II (US)
$91K - $136K *
Elevate operational efficiency by leveraging bank operations expertise to analyze processes, drive improvements, and support project initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance productivity and d...
2 days ago
Associate Merchant - Citro & Repellents
$70K - $130K *
Drive category management by supporting supplier negotiations, managing purchase orders, and enhancing customer experience through data analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams to achiev...
2 weeks ago
$98K - $130K *
Transform warehouse and eCommerce operations by leading technical and operational projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions that enhance productivity and drive exc...
3 weeks ago
Business Consultant - Car Dealer Tire Sales
$90K - $110K *
Engage with clients to develop sales strategies that exceed profitability goals, enhance market penetration, and foster strong relationships. Drive business growth through consultative selling and exc...
Yesterday
Senior Software Engineer (.NET/C#/Azure)
$120K - $145K *
Champion innovation by leading the development of a modern auction platform, collaborating across teams to deliver scalable, maintainable software solutions that enhance digital marketplace operations...
1 week ago
Staff, Software Engineer - Backend
$110K - $220K *
Inspire innovation as you lead the architecture and development of scalable supply chain solutions, mentoring engineers and driving excellence in a dynamic, cloud-native environment focused on global...
Yesterday
$90K - $100K *
Lead the charge in shaping innovative creator ad campaigns, managing end-to-end processes while leveraging AI to enhance performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful content and ma...
1 week ago
$160K - $280K *
Join us to architect and build a cutting-edge web platform, driving marketing innovation through AI agents. Own technical decisions, enhance user experiences, and ensure seamless integration with our...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion the future of brand marketing by driving strategic accounts, navigating complex sales cycles, and delivering high-impact sponsorship solutions tailored to Fortune 1000 companies, while levera...
1 month ago
$99K - $138K *
Help us streamline partner diligence and change management processes, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to enhance partner relationships and support their lendin...
2 weeks ago
Account Executive - TOLA (Majors)
$300K - $360K *
Empower your career as you drive enterprise cloud data security solutions, transforming business challenges into opportunities while managing full-cycle sales in a dynamic, collaborative environment...
1 month ago
$80K - $120K *
Reimagine product marketing as you lead strategies that connect innovation to customer success, driving market adoption and value. Collaborate across teams to craft compelling messaging and shape the...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Advance your career by developing high-performance Rust code for cutting-edge parsing engines. Lead projects from concept to deployment, ensuring exceptional speed and efficiency while collaborating w...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$184K - $225K *
Elevate your career by owning the product marketing strategy, driving launches, and creating impactful content that resonates with real estate professionals. Shape product positioning and influence re...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Transform the future of real estate technology by owning product marketing, driving strategy, and launching innovative solutions that empower sales teams and deliver exceptional value to clients...
3 weeks ago
Senior Oracle Business Analyst, Finance
$112K - $140K *
Unlock potential by bridging finance and IT as you optimize Oracle Fusion Cloud. Drive process improvements, manage updates, and enhance data flows while ensuring seamless operations and stakeholder e...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to drive purchasing processes, focusing on builder relations, financial analysis, and program growth. Your expertise will shape the future of home constructi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer - Mercury Command
$122K - $176K *
Lead the charge in evolving a cutting-edge financial assistant, enhancing user experience through innovative features and AI integration while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic st...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer innovative machine learning solutions, develop scalable data infrastructure, and drive AI advancement. Collaborate with teams to implement ML models, optimize algorithms, and analyze large dat...
4 weeks ago
Enterprise Business Development Manager / Director - Food & Drink
$130K - $150K *
Accelerate growth by driving enterprise partnerships in the Food & Drink sector. Leverage your consultative selling skills to engage national brands, negotiate impactful deals, and collaborate cross-f...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Professional Services Consultant - Operations
$100K - $160K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional operational services within financial technology. Leverage your expertise in asset management to optimize processes and provide consulting suppor...
Reposted yesterday
$130K *
Shape the future of non-profit engagement by leading sales initiatives, driving pipeline growth, and fostering client relationships. Leverage your strategic sales expertise to elevate our impact and a...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
What does a trader do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.