Overnight Trader – Options & Multi-Asset
Proprietary Trading Firm
Chicago
An innovative proprietary trading firm specializing in electronic options market making is looking for an Overnight Trader to join our growing global team. We combine technology, quantitative research, and market expertise to deliver consistent performance across diverse asset classes — 24 hours a day.
Role Overview:
As an Overnight Trader, you’ll be responsible for managing the firm’s trading positions during the 12 AM – 8 AM shift, ensuring markets remain efficiently priced and risk is tightly controlled. You’ll collaborate with developers and researchers to enhance automated systems and contribute to continuous strategy improvements.
What you’ll do:
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Manage and monitor trading positions across multiple asset classes during overnight hours.
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Oversee algorithmic trading systems, identify anomalies, and communicate improvements to technical teams.
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Adjust and optimize trading parameters to enhance strategy performance and profitability.
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Ensure portfolio exposure remains within defined risk limits at all times.
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Collaborate with colleagues across trading, development, and research to strengthen firm-wide systems and processes.
What we’re looking for:
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1–3 years of options trading or market-making experience, ideally with exposure to automated trading systems.
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Degree (BS/MS/BA) in a quantitative or technical field such as Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, or Finance.
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Strong quantitative and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
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Ability to operate independently, stay focused, and make sound decisions in a fast-moving overnight trading environment.
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Python skills are an advantage but not essential.
If you thrive in high-responsibility roles and want to play a key part in a collaborative, technology-driven trading environment — this is an opportunity to make real impact.