Trader, Financial Analyst, Capital Markets

WHO WE ARE

Headquartered in the historic Chicago Board of Trade, PEAK6 Capital Management is a proprietary options trading firm that has been defining the industry for more than 25 years. While many firms have come and gone, PEAK6 Capital Management has consistently delivered liquidity to the options market. We thrive due to our firm’s special blend of financial acumen, ability to manage risk, and cutting-edge technology.

PEAK6 Capital Management was brought to life through insatiable curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and the desire to win. We offer incredible opportunities for smart, passionate team players to solve complex problems and take calculated risks. We were among the first firms to develop sophisticated proprietary technology in our trading business. Today, we continue to leverage our technical ingenuity and operational excellence across several investment areas, spanning early‑to‑mid‑stage growth capital, operational control, trading, and eSports.

Throughout the years, we've built and operated several financial technology firms and we continue to evolve.

Position: Trader

Location: 141 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste. 500, Chicago, IL 60604

Responsibilities:

• Apply options theory to trading in the financial markets while mastering PEAK6’s proprietary tools and technology.
• Manage a portfolio, make strategic trading decisions, and assume full responsibility for its performance.
• Test and analyze trading strategies, conduct deep dives into analytical and research‑based data sets, and utilize cutting‑edge tools to enhance results.
• Develop expertise in portfolio management, risk management, technical analysis, and research, while fostering ownership, collaboration, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Engage in continuous improvement by giving and receiving feedback from senior traders.
• Deploy capital on trade ideas, improve trading systems through back‑testing and data studies, and leverage equity research knowledge to drive performance.

Education and Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a Trader, Equity Research Analyst, or in a related position within the financial technology industry. Experience must include Bloomberg terminal, Refinitiv Eikon terminal, Markit Dividend Portal, and knowledge of options pricing and earnings distribution pricing. Also requires passage of the Series 57 exam.

Salary Range: $55,557 - $100,000

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.

The base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits.

PEAK6 is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at  We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.