Sr Quantitative Trader (options)

Join to apply for the Sr Quantitative Trader (options) role at Quanta SearchContinue with Google Continue with Google3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Sr Quantitative Trader (options) role at Quanta SearchOur client helps the world price and manage risk. Their culture is highly collaborative across traders, quants, technologists and development teams who work together to solve the toughest problems markets have to offer.THE ROLEThey are seeking an experienced Senior Quantitative Trader to join one of their highly profitable options market-making desks. Trading teams require individuals that can marry trading intuition, quantitative research and technical acumen in order to capitalize on short and medium-term opportunities in volatility market making. This role offers an outstanding opportunity in leadership, strategy development and risk management in a team trading environment where collaboration and continuous improvement are greatly rewarded.What You’ll DoBuild upon your previous research and trading experience to drive the profitability of a highly electronic trading operation.Drive a rapid innovation cycle that produces demonstrable wins through the feedback loops of quantitative research/analysis, trading, post-trade analysis, and iterative workflows.Autonomously conduct research and experiments to improve existing strategies and deploy new strategies that monetize opportunities in a constantly evolving market environment.Take a leadership role in problem or opportunity identification to drive and own strategies and PNLBuild data-based tools and workflows to further systematize our approach to trading and risk management.Apply quantitative research and modeling to solve core problems in order to set us up for adaptability and innovation in the medium to longer term.Learn from an experienced team with a diverse knowledge base across trading, quant, and technologyLead, mentor, and develop other traders and quantsWhat We’re Looking ForAdvanced quantitative trading knowledge and intuition with a demonstrated track record within the derivatives industryDirect market experience including ownership of PNL and risk managementStrong analytical problem-solving skills including a solid foundation of statistics knowledgeProficiency in Python (bonus C++), and ability to use SQL; able to use these skills to manipulate large datasets and build lightweight tools for analysisHistory of success working in a team first environment – we hold the success of the team above personal recognitionDemonstrated ability to take your own ideas or those of others and elevate them into tangible actions and results.A desire to operate as part of a team of smart, highly driven peers, commensurate with our cultureAbility to learn from mistakes and continuously improveExcellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all subject areas in the firmSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionFinance and SalesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Quanta Search by 2xGet notified about new Quantitative Trader jobs in Chicago, IL.Quantitative Trader (options, futures, equities or commodities) for MM firmChicago, IL$100,000.00-$140,000.001 day agoChicago, IL$150,000.00-$175,000.0016 hours agoChicago, IL$150,000.00-$325,000.001 day agoQuantitative Trader – High Frequency FuturesChicago, IL$150,000.00-$200,000.002 weeks agoQuantitative Trader Intern (Summer 2026 - Chicago)Chicago, IL$70,000.00-$80,000.003 days agoChicago, IL$125,000.00-$225,000.006 days agoNew York City Metropolitan Area 18 hours agoQuantitative Trader (Options Market Making)Chicago, IL$100,000.00-$300,000.0013 hours agoChicago, IL$150,000.00-$200,000.002 weeks agoChicago, IL$500,000.00-$1,000,000.0016 hours agoQuantitative Researcher – HFT Futures/EquitiesExperienced Quantitative Trader – Delta One StrategiesChicago, IL $150,000 - $200,000 2 weeks agoQuantitative Trader/Researcher – Systematic Options TradingNew York City Metropolitan Area $500,000 - $1,000,000 18 hours agoChicago, IL $170,000 - $300,000 2 weeks agoChicago, IL $170,000 - $180,000 2 weeks agoQuantitative Developer - Options - Market MakingChicago, IL $400,000 - $1,000,000 16 hours agoNew York City Metropolitan Area $700,000 - $1,000,000 17 hours agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08