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Maven

Junior Floor Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

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 ...

Fionics

Desk Head - Commodity Options

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Rapidly growing options player in the US, a dominant force in Asia, and a major presence in Europe. The team includes top talent, with many ex-Optiver, ex-IMC, and ex-Citadel traders and quants.

Keyrock

Head of Engineering - Options

New York, NY · Remote

Options About Keyrock Since our beginnings in 2017, we've grown to be a leading change-maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation. Today, we rock with over 200 ...

Keyrock

Head of Engineering - Options

They are seeking a Head of Engineering to lead their Options Engineering team, focusing on improving the trading infrastructure and advancing their systematic options trading platform.

Keyrock

Head of Engineering - Options

New York, NY · On-site +1

Options About Keyrock Since our beginnings in 2017, we've grown to be a leading change-maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation. Today, we rock with over 200 ...

EXANTE

About the Role Run and grow EXANTE's options and derivatives business, with full P&L responsibility for both the principal derivatives trading book and client options trading. Reporting line: Chief ...

Optiver

US Options Sales Trader

New York, NY · On-site

Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with institutional counterparties in the listed US Options space. * Partner closely with traders to understand Optiver's trading strategies and ...

IMC

Index Options Volatility Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

Our Index Options desk focuses on monetizing flow and capitalizing on short-term mispricings. We are a highly collaborative group that combines strong market intuition with analytical rigor, working ...

Maven

Junior Floor Trader

Chicago, IL

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 ...

Hanwha Energy USA

PJM Trader - Supply

Houston, TX · On-site

This position is responsible for trading energy options and products in Northeast markets. Reporting to the Head of Trading, this role requires a self-motivated, dedicated, and responsible individual ...

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How much do options jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for options in the United States is $79,055.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Options Trader, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Options Trader, you need a solid understanding of financial markets, options pricing, and risk management, often supported by a degree in finance, economics, or mathematics. Familiarity with trading platforms, financial modeling tools like Excel, and certifications such as the Series 7 or CFA are commonly required. Analytical thinking, quick decision-making, and strong stress management help traders excel in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. These skills and qualifications are crucial to effectively analyze market trends, manage risk, and maximize trading profitability.

What is the difference between Options vs Data Analyst?

AspectOptionsData Analyst
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications like CFA or options trading licensesBachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, or related field; often certifications like CAP or CDA
Work EnvironmentFinancial firms, trading floors, investment banksCorporate offices, consulting firms, financial institutions
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in finance and trading sectorsAcross various industries including finance, marketing, healthcare
Common Search & ComparisonOptions vs Data AnalystOptions and Data Analyst are compared to understand different skill sets and roles in finance and data-driven fields

Options professionals focus on trading strategies, financial instruments, and require licenses specific to trading. Data Analysts analyze data to support decision-making across industries, often with degrees in analytics or related fields. While both roles involve analytical skills, Options roles are more finance/trading-specific, whereas Data Analysts have broader industry applications.

What are options in finance?

Options are financial derivatives that give the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an underlying asset—such as stocks—at a specified price before a certain date. There are two main types: call options, which allow buying the asset, and put options, which allow selling it. Options are commonly used for hedging, speculation, or income strategies in investment portfolios. Their value is influenced by factors like the underlying asset price, volatility, time to expiration, and interest rates.
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Infographic showing various Options job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,055 per year, or $38 per hour.
Junior Floor Trader

Junior Floor Trader

Maven

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 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

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