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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$190K - $230K *

Lead and enhance brand storytelling across campaigns. Collaborate with teams to ensure cohesive brand presence, drive creative direction, and develop a high-performing creative team to elevate brand i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Architect resilient distributed systems for a transformative AI SaaS platform, driving innovation with a hands-on approach in a dynamic team focused on performance and scalability while navigating com...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Elevate client partnerships by solving complex business challenges. Seek out and establish new connections while fostering long-term relationships to drive success and become a trusted advisor in the...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive the customer experience for a leading finance app, ensuring intuitive, cohesive interactions across products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance usability, retention, and long-te...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $300K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a multi-functional team to enhance trading, operations, and billing processes, ensuring a seamless client experience and driving continuous improvement acros...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping Spotify’s data catalogue strategy to empower data users. Collaborate with engineers, designers, and data experts to enhance data discoverability and trust while addressing c...

Toronto, ONRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Drive client engagement and revenue growth by becoming a trusted advisor in Revenue Cycle Management. Leverage expertise to retain and expand business while ensuring client satisfaction across a diver...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $208K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of consumer product growth by leveraging data and AI to create personalized experiences that drive user engagement and retention. Lead innovative strategies and c...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $109K *

Transform your career by driving new business in the SMB segment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to articulate cloud security solutions and exceed sales quotas within a dynamic growth environ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Empower the future of AI in commerce media by leading strategy and execution across AI Labs and Data Science. Drive customer engagement, scale capabilities, and enhance product impact while building a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$500K+*

Accelerate progress at driving new enterprise sales for AI platforms, owning the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing. Engage with CXOs across key industries to deliver measurable business out...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Transform enterprise sales by driving new logo acquisition for our AI platform. Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while building relationships with key executives in target indust...

United StatesRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Unlock potential by driving new enterprise sales for an AI platform, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing. Collaborate with executives across industries to deliver measurable busi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving profitability strategies for Fintech partnerships. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance pricing methodologies and financial analysis, ensuring alignment with MVB's st...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $140K *

Partner with us to ensure technical success for customers deploying AI and GPU workloads, leveraging your expertise in performance optimization, architecture design, and technical relationship managem...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $153K *

Unlock potential by driving technical solutions and cross-functional initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality and customer experience while owning escalations and developing inte...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead and innovate KIBO's digital marketing strategy to drive demand and revenue growth. Oversee SEO, SEM, and AI-driven initiatives, while optimizing performance and engaging key accounts to build a m...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by driving growth in the public sector. Engage with complex organizations, build strategic relationships, and lead enterprise sales initiatives across Texas, shaping the future o...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $126K *

Join us to lead strategic investments in Service Engineering and Technical Publications, driving innovation through AI technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product lifecycl...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $220K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic legal guidance on complex commercial contracts, enhancing efficiency and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $153K *

Engage with Community Financial Institutions by driving new business growth through consultative sales, strategic relationship management, and delivering tailored solutions. Shape successful client en...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $147K *

Accelerate client growth and retention by building trust with C-Level executives. Drive value delivery and identify opportunities within a territory of Large Enterprise clients, ensuring sales targets...

New Jersey, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Empower our sales team by driving dealer management and business growth across the Southeast. Leverage your technical expertise and relationship skills to enhance market share and support distributor...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $183K *

Drive the evolution of sales compensation strategies, managing an efficient payment engine for our go-to-market organization while leading a team of analysts to ensure accuracy and compliance in compe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Tackle business development and technical collaboration for account growth in financial services. Manage engagements from introduction to expansion, partner with cross-functional teams, and deliver cu...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.