Senior Index Options Trader
About the position Tower Research Capital, a high-frequency proprietary trading firm founded in 1998, seeks an experienced Index Options Trader. Responsibilities • Managing a portfolio of listed options products • Collaborating with other traders and quantitative researchers to optimize existing strategies • Working with developers to improve systems, latency, and execution • Identifying and monetizing new trading opportunities • Mentoring junior traders and/or quantitative researchers Requirements • 3+ years of experience on a high volume share index options market-making desk • Expertise in capturing opportunities from both short-term and long-term dislocations in volatility pricing • Deep understanding of the risks involved in managing a large index options portfolio • Experience in operating, optimizing, and iteratively improving distributed automated trading systems • Knowledge of various exchange protocols to achieve best execution • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment • Passion and drive to take a leading role in a growing options business • Relevant programming experience, preferably in Python and/or C++ • Excellent attention to detail Benefits • 5 weeks of paid vacation plus paid holidays • Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis • Reimbursement for health and wellness expenses • Free events and workshops • Donation matching program Apply tot his job