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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$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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

Tampa, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.