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Junior Python Analyst Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking a junior trader to join our Options Market Making trading team in Chicago in ... Outstanding numerical and analytical skills * Excellent attention to detail * Strong Python and ...

We are seeking a junior trader to join our Options Market Making trading team in Chicago in ... Outstanding numerical and analytical skills * Excellent attention to detail * Strong Python and ...

Data Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$95K - $110K/yr

... Python scripts, and BI dashboards to automate recurring reporting and analytics tasks. • Ensure ... Our junior staff works with their team members to develop the skills and knowledge to succeed and ...

About the role This role requires strong programming skills in SQL, Python, or comparable ... Manage and develop junior staff through performance management, coaching, technical/code review ...

Provide mentorship and guidance to junior QA team members. * Contribute to improvements in test ... Programming languages: Java, Python, or C# (for automation scripting) Data & Testing Tools

... Mentor junior QA engineers and promote best practices in quality engineering and automation ... Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C#, Java, Python Experience with test ...

... junior QA engineers. Responsibilities : • Design, develop, and execute test strategies, test ... Java, Python • Experience with test automation using Selenium or Playwright for Salesforce UI ...

... junior QA engineers and promote best practices in quality engineering and automation · ... Java, Python · Experience with test automation using Selenium or Playwright for Salesforce UI ...

Currently, We are looking for entry-level software programmers, Java Full stack developers, Python/Java developers, Data analysts/ Data Scientists, Machine Learning engineers for full time positions ...

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How much do junior python analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior python analyst in Chicago, IL is $33.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.75 and $36.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Python Analyst vs Junior Data Analyst?

AspectJunior Python AnalystJunior Data Analyst
Required SkillsPython programming, data analysis, basic SQLExcel, SQL, data visualization tools
CertificationsPython certifications, data analysis coursesExcel, Tableau, SQL certifications
Work EnvironmentTech companies, data-driven teamsBusiness, marketing, finance sectors
Common TasksWriting Python scripts, data cleaning, automationData reporting, dashboard creation, data interpretation

While both roles involve data analysis, Junior Python Analysts focus on coding with Python and automating data processes, whereas Junior Data Analysts primarily work with Excel and visualization tools to interpret data. The choice depends on your technical skills and career interests in programming versus traditional data analysis.

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Junior Floor Trader

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Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm allocating internal capital across discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies. Our collective expertise spans traders, engineers, and technologists, unified by an unwavering dedication to enhance our efficiency as a premier liquidity provider for global listed derivatives. We leverage cutting edge execution and pricing technologies to elevate and improve how financial markets operate.

THE ROLE: 

We are seeking a junior trader to join our Options Market Making trading team in Chicago in September 2026. The role's primary function will be to provide liquidity and execute trades on behalf of Maven while physically located in the CBOE SPX trading pit, leveraging Maven's proprietary pricing and tooling. The role will additionally involve collaborating with Maven's in-house traders, and developers to improve all facets of trading on the desk including tooling, pricing and execution 

While the role will ultimately be in Chicago, prospective candidates will be expected to undergo training as part of our Graduate Trader Training cohort in London for a duration of approximately five weeks beginning on 7th September 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Execute trades 
  • Create tools and systems to advance the team's trading and operational processes.
  • Improve trading and automation tools to support our research, pricing and execution 
  • Day-to-day responsibility for scripts that support the trading activity 
  • Analyse trading strategies and suggest improvements to manage position sizes and exposure 
  • Working with traders to design and improve trading strategies through data analysis, prototyping as well as collaboration with developers
  • Proactively support operational tasks on the trading desks

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Proactive self-starter with 0-2 years experience in Options Market Making
  • Ability to make decisions very quickly in a fast paced, high pressure environment
  • Excellent communicator and teamwork skills
  • Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with trading partners
  • Ability to demonstrate interest in financial markets
  • Outstanding numerical and analytical skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong Python and Excel skills
  • Embodiment of Maven's core values: Integrity and fairness, market leading, creativity, individual and collective success, discipline and accountability

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

  • 5 weeks of training in our London office
  • 401k 
  • Annual discretionary bonus 
  • 25 days' annual leave
  • Informal dress code 
  • Private healthcare and life assurance
  • Monthly company events

Total Compensation Range: $150,000-190,000