Jr. Trader
Job Summary
Edgehog Trading, a proprietary trading firm, excels in electronic options market making. Committed to advancing our trading strategies, we utilize automation and a skilled team of traders, developers, and researchers. Our operations rely on data-driven decision-making and innovative approaches to complex market challenges, all within a culture of continuous learning, transparency, and teamwork.
Traders at Edgehog are adept at risk management and ensuring liquidity under various market conditions. They are required to make well-informed decisions, substantiate their actions with data, and communicate effectively about any deviations from expected outcomes. Junior traders benefit from comprehensive training and mentorship from seasoned professionals.
Key Responsibilities
Job Summary
Edgehog Trading, a proprietary trading firm, excels in electronic options market making. Committed to advancing our trading strategies, we utilize automation and a skilled team of traders, developers, and researchers. Our operations rely on data-driven decision-making and innovative approaches to complex market challenges, all within a culture of continuous learning, transparency, and teamwork.
Traders at Edgehog are adept at risk management and ensuring liquidity under various market conditions. They are required to make well-informed decisions, substantiate their actions with data, and communicate effectively about any deviations from expected outcomes. Junior traders benefit from comprehensive training and mentorship from seasoned professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate the trading system to make informed intraday trading decisions.
- Manage and align the desk’s positions with established risk parameters.
- Evaluate and enhance trading algorithms to optimize performance.
- Innovate and refine trading parameters to increase profitability.
- Engage collaboratively firm-wide to advance systems and boost overall performance.
- 0-2 years of trading experience; relevant internship experience is advantageous.
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a similar field.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills.
- Advanced quantitative and analytical skills.
- Capacity to rapidly adapt and manage multiple responsibilities with high operational excellence.
- Python programming proficiency is a plus.
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Seniority level
Entry level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Finance and Sales -
Industries
Financial Services
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