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How much do trader pay jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for trader pay in the United States is $96,774.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trader Pay vs Stock Broker?

AspectTrader PayStock Broker
CredentialsTypically requires a finance or related degree, licenses like Series 7 and 63Requires Series 7, Series 63, and often a finance or business degree
Work EnvironmentTrading floors, financial firms, investment banksBrokerage firms, financial advisory offices, online platforms
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in trading firms, hedge funds, investment banksUsed in brokerage firms, financial advisory services
Comparison IntentFocuses on executing trades and market analysisFocuses on client relations, selling securities, and investment advice

Trader Pay and Stock Broker roles share similar credentials and industry environments but differ in primary responsibilities. Traders mainly execute trades and analyze markets, while stock brokers focus on client interactions and selling securities. Both roles are vital in the financial industry but serve different functions.

How much does a trader get paid?

Trader pay varies widely depending on experience, location, and the type of trading. Entry-level traders often earn between $50,000 and $100,000 annually, while experienced traders or those in investment banking can earn several hundred thousand dollars or more, including bonuses. Compensation may also include commissions, profit sharing, and other incentives based on performance.

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Infographic showing various Trader Pay job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,774 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

$60K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

MBS Trader

(Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office | Chevy Chase, MD)

We are offering a salary of $60,000-$70,000 USD for this position.

Overview:

Optimal Blue is a leading provider of innovative secondary market solutions and actionable data services that deliver integrated solutions to transform the mortgage and capital market industries.

We are looking for an MBS Trader that will be responsible for working as a junior member of a Hedge Account Management team to assist with fixed income analytics, risk management, and/or trading. Learn to execute trading strategies on behalf of clients, implement tools that lead to greater client profitability and contribute to the further development of our industry leading technology.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Hedge Account Management Team as it evaluates, defines, and executes hedge strategies, derivation of risk management analytics and historical data.
  • Execute hedge trades on behalf of clients, typically using forward-traded TBA or other market instruments, and trading loans on behalf of clients, using bulk, cash, co-issue, and other common or specialty executions
  • Work directly with Hedge Account Management Team to implement new tools, troubleshoot existing setups, and other ad hoc analysis.
  • Heavy emphasis on supporting the overall trade desk with trading TBA and Specified Pool Securities
  • Responsible for assisting with mortgage valuation analytics, report development, testing, and feedback.
  • Assist with monitoring risk positions in the mortgage pipeline and/or servicing asset intraday and alert the appropriate account management team of any exceptions to policy limits.
  • Provide Hedge Account Management Team support with monitoring and reporting performance of hedged positions as interest rates change and compare with predicted value changes. Explain any material deviations from projections through attribution analysis.
  • Support the Hedge Account Management Team in maintaining relationships with Broker/Dealer community on behalf of clients; provide client assistance in expanding credit availability.
  • Maintain relationships with mortgage bankers, investors and servicing brokerage firms, and other firms making a market in whole loans.
  • May be responsible for other miscellaneous research projects.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.
  • Requires 0 - 3+ years of fixed income mortgage trading, portfolio, or risk management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of company products, services, and capabilities.
  • Excellent customer service skills in high stakes business-to-business environment.
  • Ability to learn and comprehend the mortgage origination process, mortgage securities and markets through on-the-job training.
  • Knowledge of options theory, derivative markets and instruments, macroeconomics, and financial markets.
  • Strong quantitative skills with solid grounding in basic mathematical and statistical concepts.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to technical and non-technical audiences of various levels within the organization (e.g., executive, management, individual contributors) as well as outside the organization.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment supporting multiple client requests and shifting priorities with excellent multitasking and time management skills.
  • Positive outlook, strong work ethic, and responsive to internal and external customers and contacts.

FLSA Designation (US Only):

Exempt

Salary Range:

The estimated base salary range for this role is USD$63,000.00 - USD$77,000.00 per year. We include salary ranges in job postings only where required by applicable pay transparency laws, based on the jurisdictions in which the role may be performed. The posted range is a good faith estimate and reflects factors that are subject to change. Final offer amounts may vary based on job-related factors, including work location, candidate experience and expertise, and other relevant considerations.

Other Compensation (US Only):

This role will also be eligible for participation in a Company profit sharing bonus plan. Plan details will be provided to you upon hire.

Benefits (US Only):

Full time employees will also be eligible for enrollment in a wide range of choices of benefits , including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, short/long term disability, 401(k) participation (with company match).

Time off (US Only):

The Company provides a minimum of 10 days of vacation for new employees , sick time based on state requirements, 8 Company-paid holidays and 2 personal holidays per year.We recognize the value and importance of diversity and inclusion in our communities and in the workplace. We celebrate diversity and one of our goals as an employer is to create an inclusive work environment for all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation including gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other category or characteristic protected by law.Applicants with disabilities who would like to require a reasonable accommodation related to any part of the application process may contact us at Perseus_HR@constellationhbs.com.NOTE: If an applicant is selected to receive a conditional offer of employment, and in accordance with applicable law, a criminal background check may be conducted before the offer becomes final and employment begins. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and other applicable laws, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.#OB - OB Secondary Services (SS)