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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$115K - $184K *

Advance HPE's growth in the West by driving strategic initiatives, fostering partner engagement, and enhancing market share within the public sector ecosystem. Collaborate with key stakeholders to cre...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$163K - $172K *

Advance brand presence in Canada through innovative consumer marketing strategies. Own execution across integrated campaigns, driving measurable results in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focu...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Reimagine business development by driving a dynamic sales pipeline across defense, renewable, and oil & gas sectors. Build lasting client relationships while identifying new market opportunities to ac...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $214K *

Transform the digital landscape for Medical Affairs by owning product vision, prioritizing backlogs, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with experts to deliver insights and enhance engagement throug...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that transforms B2B commerce in hospitality, crafting impactful software solutions. Leverage your expertise in backend technologies to drive product development, optimize systems, and deli...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of automotive sales by managing dealer relationships, driving revenue growth, and implementing strategic business plans. Leverage market insights to enhance customer satisfaction and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$178K - $319K *

Explore the potential of AI/ML to revolutionize supply chain efficiency. Collaborate across departments to optimize logistics and inventory management. Drive impactful solutions using cutting-edge mod...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of trading systems by enhancing core modules and market parameters. Collaborate with market makers to boost liquidity and monitor live markets, ensuring optimal performance and risk m...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform user experiences by crafting compelling product copy that drives engagement and conversion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful messaging across various platforms, en...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $190K *

Innovate scalable, cloud-native APIs with .NET and Java/Kotlin. Lead architecture discussions, enhance core offerings, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-value system components in a dynamic...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Transform data engineering by leading enterprise-scale projects, optimizing data pipelines, and shaping governance policies. Collaborate with teams to enhance data platforms and drive strategic initia...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer experiences by onboarding and integrating new clients, providing tailored support, and fostering strategic growth initiatives to maximize engagement and satisfaction with our innova...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive growth by owning the full sales cycle in B2B SaaS. Generate pipeline, run demos, and navigate negotiations to close net-new business, all while collaborating with leadership in a dynamic, fast-p...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing CI/CD pipelines and automating processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance development efficiency while ensuring system compliance and security across AWS and Azure...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion go-to-market strategy for a suite of AI-driven fundraising products, acting as the key liaison among product, sales, and marketing to create impactful messaging and empowering materials that...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex technical programs into successful outcomes by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering collaboration among engineering, product, and business partners...

San Diego, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by providing hands-on technical leadership across the full stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions, enhance product experiences, and drive impactfu...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving product strategy and execution for data and identity solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful products, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Tackle a diverse array of standard-complexity projects, driving efforts from planning through execution while ensuring timelines are met and communications are clear. Collaborate effectively with clie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex enterprise restaurant implementations. Drive successful migrations to a digital ordering platform while serving as a trusted advisor. Shape the future of onboarding...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$107K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $150K *

Optimize SAP environments by leading migrations, ensuring system reliability, and implementing security measures. Contribute to project phases, from consulting to execution, while collaborating with d...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $145K *

Join our Client Insights team to transform data into actionable insights that drive sales and merchant retention. Collaborate across analytics, product, and strategy to enhance AI-driven solutions for...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Inspire a high-performing sales team by managing daily activities, driving performance, and fostering a coaching culture. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align strategies and achieve reve...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.