Senior FX Futures and Spot Trader

The role

This senior role trades FX futures and spot instruments using quantitative models and risk management. You will also build quantitative tools, execute trading systems in real time, and mentor Junior Traders.

What you will do

• Trade FX futures and spot instruments using FX market fundamentals, quantitative modeling, and risk management.
• Develop and maintain quantitative tools and analytics for strategy optimization.
• Manage real-time execution of trading systems, ensuring efficient trade execution.
• Collaborate with fellow traders to share insights and refine trading strategies.
• Mentor Junior Traders, fostering their development and understanding of FX markets.

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience trading FX futures and spot markets with a consistent track record of profitability.
• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Financial Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of FX market structures, including spot, forwards, and futures.
• Demonstrated passion for financial markets and trading.
• Proficient in Python or similar programming languages for quantitative analysis.
• Attention to detail with the ability to make sound judgments under pressure.
• Strong work ethic and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Physical presence required, on-site at the Chicago office.

Benefits

• One of the most generous profit sharing programs in the industry.
• World-class benefits for full-time employees and their families.

Before you apply

• Must be physically present on-site in Chicago, IL.

About the company

TransMarket Group is a privately held global markets proprietary trading firm in Chicago, founded in 1980 as Aardvark Financial. It uses next-generation technology to capture opportunities worldwide and manage risk in financial markets.