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SG Cap Trading

Junior Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

Junior Trader ID: 1023 Location: Chicago More about this job > Description SG is a boutique technology company founded in 2004. We use AI, technology, and big data to solve real world financial ...

Anson McCade

Junior Trader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$250K/yr

Permanent JUNIOR TRADER We are partnering with a fast-growing proprietary trading firm with offices in New York , specialising in high-frequency and intraday trading across options, index arbitrage ...

Akuna Capital

Junior Trader

Chicago, IL

$145K/yr

What you'll do as a Junior Trader at Akuna: We are seeking bright, math-savvy, competitive, and ambitious Junior Traders with a strong desire to learn how to make markets in a rapidly growing trading ...

Akuna Capital

Junior Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

$145K/yr

What you'll do as a Junior Trader at Akuna: We are seeking bright, math-savvy, competitive, and ambitious Junior Traders with a strong desire to learn how to make markets in a rapidly growing trading ...

Eagle Seven

Junior Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

Eagle Seven is seeking a Junior Trader who will be responsible for supporting all aspects of trading desk operations. The right candidate will have a passion for capital markets and be a motivated ...

Eagle Seven

Junior Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

Eagle Seven is seeking a Junior Trader who will be responsible for supporting all aspects of trading desk operations. The right candidate will have a passion for capital markets and be a motivated ...

SG Cap Trading

Junior Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

As a Junior Trader you will perform detailed research in the financial markets with the use of cutting edge technology. Your research is directly applied to low latency, algorithmic trading ...

Aramco

Junior Trader

Houston, TX · On-site

Aramco Trading Americas Junior Trader (1989) Human Resources Staff - Houston, TX. - Full Time SUMMARY Support traders in executing strategies, ensuring efficient trading operations. Responsibilities ...

Eagle Seven

Junior Trader

Chicago, IL

Eagle Seven is seeking a Junior Trader who will be responsible for supporting all aspects of trading desk operations. The right candidate will have a passion for capital markets and be a motivated ...

OFI

Junior Trader

Stamford, CT

The Junior Trader is a dynamic, dual-focused role that combines green coffee sales development with strategic market research across North America. A successful candidate will be responsible for ...

Alger

Associate, Junior Trader

New York, NY · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Associate, Junior Trader Reports to (title): Senior VP, Head Trader The Junior Trader will support the Trading Team as well as the Portfolio Manager in the day-to-day management of investment ...

Invesco

Junior Trader

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The junior trading role will primarily focus on the best execution of trades across multiple product areas, including FX, equity derivatives, and commodity derivatives. The initial focus will be on ...

1201 Invesco Advisors Inc.

Junior Trader

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$25.50 - $34.25/hr

The junior trading role will primarily focus on the best execution of trades across multiple product areas, including FX, equity derivatives, and commodity derivatives. The initial focus will be on ...

Tanius Technology

Junior Trader

Alamo, CA · On-site

We are looking for motivated individuals to develop and run trades. Your role will include training on the Tanius platform of tools for trading and risk management, deep tick by tick research guis ...

Invesco

Junior Trader

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

The junior trading role will primarily focus on the best execution of trades across multiple product areas, including FX, equity derivatives, and commodity derivatives. The initial focus will be on ...

Tanius Technology

Junior Trader

Alamo, CA · On-site

We are looking for motivated individuals to develop and run trades. Your role will include training on the Tanius platform of tools for trading and risk management, deep tick by tick research guis ...

Societe Generale

Junior Trader

New York, NY · On-site

Be involved in day-today management of risks on a secured financing trading book on credit fixed income assets (corporate, ABS, EM) * Provide leverage to institutional clients including hedged funds ...

DV Trading

Junior Trader - Fixed Income

Chicago, IL · On-site

We are seeking a Junior Trader with Fixed Income experience to join our trading team in Northfield, Illinois. This role is built for someone with experience on a relative value trading desk who is ...

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Junior Trader

Chicago, IL • On-site

SG Cap Trading
Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Financial Investments • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about SG Cap Tradingexternal

$69K - $89K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Junior Trader
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Title: Junior Trader ID: 1023 Location: Chicago
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Description
SG is a boutique technology company founded in 2004. We use AI, technology, and big data to solve real world financial puzzles. Our competitive advantage is a true meritocracy minimizing politics and rewarding results. The foundation of our culture is continuous improvement. 
As a Junior Trader you will perform detailed research in the financial markets with the use of cutting edge technology. Your research is directly applied to low latency, algorithmic trading strategies.  At SG, merit quickly accumulates to hard working detail-oriented problem solvers with immediate exposure to profit-impacting trading strategies. 
The ideal candidate enjoys reasoning from first principles, is interested in solving complex puzzles, and challenges themselves to get better every day.
What you'll do:
  • Work in an innovative environment
  • Research, design and optimize algorithmic trading strategies
  • Detailed strategic research and analysis
  • Continuously learn and improve yourself
  • No sales and no customers

What you'll bring:
  • New college graduates to 2 years of work experience in any field
  • The ability to think critically about problems and to understand the downstream effect of decisions
  • Experience leveraging AI tools to improve productivity, problem-solving and work quality
  • Python and/or C++ experience is a plus

What we offer:
  • Work-Life Balance - no excessive overtime
  • Competitive market-based pay with results based rewards
  • Solid benefit package including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Generous time off including holidays and vacation
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Freedom to solve technical challenges
  • Fully stocked break room, weekly lunches, volunteer opportunities, and more!
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