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Capgroup

Fixed Income Rates Trader

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options * Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to ...

Capital Group

Fixed Income Rates Trader

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options * Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to ...

EXCEED

Independent Options Facilitator I

Riverside, CA · On-site

$19.85 - $20.84/hr

Independent Options Facilitator Why Join EXCEED? Beyond just a job, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with special needs. As an Independent ...

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How much do options jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 4, 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 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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Options job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,055 per year, or $38 per hour.

Sr Quantitative Researcher (options)

Quanta Search

Chicago, IL • On-site

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Our 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. Theystrive to make a positive impact on theindustry, the lives of theiremployees, and the communities to which theybelong.

THE ROLE:

Quantitative research is a key driver of innovation andone of the pillars upon which thefirm is built. Our client isseeking an experienced Senior Quantitative Researcher to strategically partner with Trading and Technology to strengthen, scale, and evolve the firm's trading capabilities within theircore Options Market Making (OMM) business. As a Senior Quantitative Researcher, you will be central to a trading desk, working close to the "tip of the spear" in a dynamic environment. This includes partnership with trading through quantitative problem solving, trading strategy generation, back-testing, statistical analysis, and system design.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Partner directly with trading to turn market observation and intuition into working hypotheses
  • Collaborate with trading and technology to build world class options pricing models that help us describe the ever-changing world around us
  • Use intuition, data, and first principles to own the reliability of both current models and new candidate models
  • Drive a rapid innovation cycle that produces demonstrable wins through the feedback loop of quantitative research, 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.
  • Build data-based tools and workflows to further systematize our approach to trading and risk management.
  • Learn from an experienced team with a diverse knowledge base across trading, quant, and technology
  • Lead, mentor, and develop other quants
  • Share in the responsibility of driving strategy level and portfolio level Net Trading Profits

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • Advanced quantitative research capabilities with a demonstrated track record in the derivatives industry
  • History of success working in a team first environment - we hold the success of the team above personal recognition
  • Ability to learn from mistakes and continuously improve
  • Excellent communication skills - ability to effectively deconstruct complex systems and ideas into simpler concepts that are explainable to all levels of experience, both written and verbally
  • Track record of mentoring, developing and leading quants or research teams
  • Demonstrated ability to take your own ideas or those of others and elevate them into tangible actions and results.
  • Expertise in C++ or Python required
  • PhD is not required, but will be thoughtfully considered in the application process

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