Senior FX Futures and Spot Trader

About the Company

Founded in 1980 as Aardvark Financial, TransMarket Group (TMG) is a privately held global markets proprietary trading firm in Chicago. We use next-generation technology to capture opportunities around the world and manage risk in financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Utilize deep expertise in FX market fundamentals, quantitative modeling, and risk management to trade FX futures and spot instruments
• Develop and maintain quantitative tools and analytics for strategy optimization
• Manage real-time execution of trading systems, ensuring efficient trade execution
• Collaborate with fellow traders to share insights and refine trading strategies
• Mentor Junior Traders, fostering their development and understanding of FX markets

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience trading FX futures and spot markets with a consistent track record of profitability
• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Financial Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Strong understanding of FX market structures, including spot, forwards, and futures
• Proficient in Python or similar programming languages for quantitative analysis
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced trading environment
• Ability to work on-site 5 days a week in Chicago, IL

Benefits

• Generous profit sharing programs
• World-class benefits for full-time employees and their families