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Semi-Systematic Trader 

Role Summary

Our team of Traders collaborates with the brightest minds in financial markets, technology, engineering and sciences to tackle challenges in the markets. Semi-Systematic Traders leverage quantitative problem solving, market knowledge, game theory, and world class technology to generate profits through risk taking. Our Traders work with Quantitative Researchers to optimize and develop innovative trading strategies across an array of asset classes. We’re looking for extraordinary Traders who are committed to our core values that include winning, acting with integrity, continuously learning, and cultivating a meritocracy.

Objectives

• Integrate discretionary trading strategies with systematic ones to provide liquidity and make proactive trading decisions
• Use creative problem solving techniques and strategic decision-making to optimize trade selection and execution
• Manage the risk of a portfolio of options positions
• Use trading metrics and data analysis methods to improve decision-making and find innovative ways to generate additional profits

What does it take?

• Experience trading complex financial products (e.g. options pricing, futures)
• Interest in game theory, decision theory and strategy games
• Ability to make decisions under time constraints in high pressure situations
• Operational leadership and strong interest in trading and technology
• Knowledge and proficiency in Python, SQL and R
• Effective problem solving skills and strategic decision-making
• Detail oriented, excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter, not afraid to question status quo
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field

Senior Prop Trader

Role Summary

As a Senior Prop Trader, you will be responsible for the following:

• Creating trading plans to maximize revenue generation
• Adhering to risk and capital usage limits
• Working with management and technology to identify and prioritize technology projects for the team
• Coordinating daily trading operations including:
• Trade desk logistics/operations
• Trade side interruptions
• Budget and trade desk costs
• Other duties as assigned

The best candidates are those that take initiative, have strong problem-solving skills, and employ great attention to detail.

What does it take?

• 3+ years track record of profitable futures trading in a proprietary trading environment
• Proven risk management skills and ability to manage trading within a given set of risk parameters
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a culture first, team environment.
• Strong understanding and experience using trading technology
• Ability to interact effectively with management and other team members
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field

Junior Trader

We are seeking bright, math-savvy, competitive, and ambitious Junior Traders with a strong desire to learn how to make markets in a rapidly growing trading firm. Rising gives new Traders the opportunity to learn from the most successful members of our Trading team and apply their knowledge quickly. The ideal candidate will be a motivated individual with a desire to compete in the marketplace and make an immediate impact at a growing firm. Candidates can choose to apply for Junior Trader – Options Market Maker or Junior Trader – Stock and Index Derivatives roles.

• Junior Trader – Options Market Maker: As a Junior Trader on our Options Market Making team, we’ll teach you how to leverage our proprietary technology while implementing a variety of trading strategies and ideas, so you can get on the trading screens and make an impact on the bottom line of the firm. The ideal candidate displays strong mental math and excellent communications skills and is interested in being a part of a fast-paced and collaborative team environment.
• Junior Trader – Stock and Index Derivatives:As a Junior Stock and IndexDerivatives Trader, you will need to:

• Constantly learn and stay ahead of global market dynamics
• Monitor and respond to incoming market information, economic announcements and general trading activity
• Use trading metrics and statistical data to identify areas to improve performance
• Work in a team environment that closely integrates trading, quantitative research and technology

*Please note that this position is for candidates looking for a start date in January 2021 or August 2021 (i.e. those with graduation dates of Dec 2020 or May 2021). This is not for immediate hire.

Qualities that make great candidates:

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related/equivalent field must be completed upon employment
• Strong math aptitude, numerical and quantitative analysis skills
• The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently while fostering external professional relationships
• Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced and competitive team environment
• Desire to learn about financial markets and economic theories
• Programming experience preferred