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.
$160K *
Lead the charge in scaling an outbound SDR team, coaching reps, and enhancing systems to drive qualified pipeline. Collaborate closely with leadership while maintaining a personal quota in a dynamic...
2 weeks ago
Product Manager - NuPoint Time Deposits & Deposit Operations
$100K - $120K *
Reimagine banking operations by managing product roadmaps for Time Deposits and related applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences while ensuring compliance...
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Software Developer, DevEx (Deploy & Run)
$100K - $120K *
Transform the developer experience by building and evolving an internal platform that enhances reliability, security, and operational excellence while collaborating closely with engineering teams to a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Sr. Software Engineer (C# .NET)
$112K - $155K *
Accelerate progress at a leading tech firm by developing scalable, cloud-native APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance core offerings and lead discussions on software architecture, e...
1 week ago
Principal, Offline Acquisition Marketing
$127K - $223K *
Play a key role in driving performance and strategy for Streaming TV/OTT marketing. Collaborate across teams to optimize campaigns, enhance measurement practices, and present insights to executives, a...
3 weeks ago
Principal - Enterprise Applications
$116K - $150K *
Drive transformative consulting solutions by leveraging SAP Finance expertise, guiding teams through project lifecycles, and engaging with C-suite stakeholders to meet evolving client needs in the Fin...
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$130K - $150K *
Drive sales growth and platform adoption by executing strategic marketing initiatives, collaborating across teams, and leveraging customer insights to enhance product positioning and sales enablement...
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$180K - $200K *
Empower your career by owning the entire sales cycle in a dynamic, remote role. Drive success by building your pipeline, collaborating with leadership, and directly influencing product development whi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Product Data Analyst, Fraud & Surveillance
$162K - $212K *
Bring your expertise to our Trade Surveillance team as you develop and enhance detection models to combat market abuse, ensuring integrity in trading partnerships and delivering precise, actionable in...
3 weeks ago
$127K - $203K *
Join the charge in shaping technical solutions by transforming stakeholder needs into actionable requirements, fostering collaboration within teams, and ensuring project success throughout the product...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$160K - $200K *
Transform the AI legal landscape by crafting a strategic product marketing narrative. Lead a high-performing team to drive growth, influence cross-functional partners, and engage legal professionals a...
1 month ago
$210K - $262K *
Shape the future of social and community engagement by leading innovative strategies that connect audiences, amplify brand voice, and foster deep engagement through creative campaigns and cross-functi...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of hygienic sensors by leading product strategy, collaborating with engineering, and driving market success. Engage with customers and stakeholders to ensure product alignment wit...
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Oracle CC&B (Customer Care and Billing) Tech Consultant
$114K - $167K *
Take ownership of strategic business analysis and IT solution evaluations, leveraging domain expertise to optimize value chains. Collaborate on solution architecture and implementation, ensuring align...
1 week ago
Market Manager, Outlying areas
$106K - $132K *
Drive local market execution and performance by collaborating with teams, leveraging data for growth, and managing distributor relationships to ensure alignment with strategic goals and operational ex...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $145K *
Join a team that's redefining customer experiences through innovative digital products. Lead strategies that enhance self-service, automation, and engagement, driving satisfaction and operational effi...
2 weeks ago
$103K - $128K *
Shape the future of healthcare by driving risk adjustment solutions that enhance interoperability, improve documentation accuracy, and ensure compliance across Medicare, Medicaid, and ACA programs thr...
Reposted 1 week ago
$103K - $128K *
Join us to lead product strategy and development, driving innovation and performance in healthcare solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to align business needs with customer expectations and ensu...
2 weeks ago
Value Engineer - (Remote, USA)
$110K - $130K *
Transform customer engagement by leading value assessments and business case development. Collaborate with stakeholders to quantify outcomes and drive strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment between...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Engage with key clients to drive account growth and develop long-term relationships. Leverage your expertise in cybersecurity to identify opportunities and deliver tailored solutions, ensuring client...
2 weeks ago
Salesforce Lead Developer-Application Development
$130K - $153K *
Unlock potential by driving the development and integration of Salesforce solutions, managing technical aspects across multi-cloud environments, and ensuring quality through hands-on coding and mentor...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Identity
$166K - $242K *
Deliver secure, reliable backend systems that enhance user experiences across products. Own projects from design to deployment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to balance security and usabil...
Reposted 3 days ago
Specialist Seller - Tracking Label - Select Enterprise
$350K *
Transform the future of supply chains by architecting enterprise-scale shipment visibility solutions, driving growth within high-value accounts, and collaborating across teams to eliminate cargo theft...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$246K - $273K *
Build and lead a high-impact marketing organization to drive customer growth, product launches, and performance metrics in a dynamic, Bitcoin-focused environment. Collaborate cross-functionally and ta...
4 weeks ago
Associate Manager, Influencer Marketing
$86K - $109K *
Take ownership of building a scalable creator ecosystem that enhances brand storytelling and cultural relevance. Collaborate across teams to establish partnerships, manage budgets, and deliver engagin...
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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.