Systematic Options Trader

Posted:
9/19/2024, 12:42:23 AM

Location(s):
Illinois, United States ⋅ Chicago, Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Finance & Banking

Workplace Type:
On-site

Wolverine has an opportunity for an experienced quantitative trader/researcher to join a growing options market-making desk within a well-established firm. The ideal candidate has a passion for defining exchange-facing market-making algorithms and/or identifying options pricing volatility signals. You have experience defining research priorities and deriving actionable insights from large datasets within the exchange-listed options space, leveraging your deep knowledge of market microstructure.
All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Why Wolverine?

Wolverine Culture:
Our flat organizational structure promotes teamwork across the Firm and offers easy access to senior staff (don't worry, they won't be wearing a suit either). While we work exceptionally well as a team in the office, our bonds are further strengthened through company events, activities and giving back. Volleyball, soccer, hockey, 5K runs, picnic, parties, and trivia nights provide friendly competition and build better relationships. By getting out of our usual environment and doing out-of-the-ordinary things together, we foster creativity and broaden our imaginations to accomplish new challenges.
 
Wolverine Benefits:
·        Highly competitive salary bonus
·        Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
·        100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits for single coverage
·        Generous Paid Parental Leave
·        Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K
·        Profit sharing plan
·        Long- and short-term disability 

Perks of being at Wolverine:
·        Free breakfast and lunch from our in-house kitchen with rotating menus (including snacks!)
·        On-site gym with a subsidized membership
·        Frequent company outings
·        Opportunity to give back to organizations that help individuals in need, improve public health and provide
others with educational opportunities and resources.

Professional Development:
·       In-house education team – educational classes and resources are offered by our education team for
continuous learning opportunities
·       Mentorship Program through your first six months of employment

About Us:
Founded in 1994, the Wolverine companies comprise a number of diversified financial institutions specializing in proprietary trading, asset management, order execution services, and technology solutions. We are recognized as a market leader in derivatives valuation, trading, and value-added order execution across global equity, options, and futures markets. With a focus on innovation, achievement, and integrity, we take pride in serving the interests of both our clients and colleagues. The Wolverine companies are headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York and San Francisco and a proprietary trading affiliate office located in London.