Trader, Capital Markets, Trading - Equity ​/ Derivatives ​/ Quantitative

This is a growing proprietary trading firm focused on global futures markets. The team is composed of experienced traders who have successfully built and managed trading strategies across market cycles. A high‑performing proprietary trading firm is seeking a Junior Trader to join a collaborative team of experienced market professionals. This is an opportunity to learn directly from traders who have built and managed successful books, within a culture that values intellectual curiosity, discipline, and long‑term growth.

The firm operates at the intersection of discretionary and systematic trading, providing exposure to global futures markets and real‑time decision‑making in a highly dynamic environment. This role is ideal for individuals who are highly driven, analytically inclined, and eager to build a career in trading from the ground up.

• Execute trades across global futures markets using both systematic and discretionary approaches.
• Monitor positions and risk in real‑time using proprietary tools and frameworks.
• Develop market insight through research, data analysis, and hypothesis testing.
• Partner with senior traders to refine strategies and improve execution.
• Analyze historical and live market data to identify patterns and opportunities.
• Support trading operations including reconciliation, reporting, and model adjustments.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, brokers, and exchanges.
• Contribute to a fast‑moving, team‑oriented trading floor environment.

• Direct mentorship from proven traders with track records of success.
• Real responsibility early – not a back‑office or shadow role.
• Collaborative culture where knowledge‑sharing and growth are expected.
• Exposure to global markets and active trading strategies.
• A team environment that values discipline, consistency, and continuous improvement.

• Strong interest in financial markets and trading as a long‑term career.
• Ability to make decisions quickly and think clearly under pressure.
• Highly analytical mindset with strong numerical intuition.
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to understand how markets move.
• Strong communication skills and a team‑first mentality.
• High level of professionalism, reliability, and accountability.

• Bachelor’s degree (quantitative or analytical field preferred).
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Chicago area.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

• Experience with futures, derivatives, or financial markets.
• Familiarity with statistics and probability concepts.
• Experience with Python, SQL, or data analysis tools.
• Proficiency in Excel.

• In‑office, team‑based trading floor.
• Willingness to work non‑traditional hours, including overnight shifts aligned with global markets.