Broker Trader

What you'll do:

• Manage broker and institutional counterparty relationships across multiple products
• Negotiate prices and make options markets for brokers and other relevant external parties
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with screen traders to manage portfolio risk and pricing
• Develop new relationships to improve access to flow and expand the business
• Conduct trade analysis to identify trends and capitalize on opportunities

Qualifications and skills:

• Previous experience (1+ years) in an options market making role covering brokers and institutional counterparties
• BA/BS/MS/PhD degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Math, Economics, Finance, Physics, or related field
• Strong verbal communication skills, detail oriented, team player
• Excellent ability to use market information to positively impact trading operations
• Ability to work well under pressure and make fast decisions in a dynamic market
• Strong interpersonal skills, can successfully manage and form external counterparty relationships

Why Edgehog:

• Small team advantage: Direct access to founders and senior team members from day one
• Ownership early: Manage real P&L and make meaningful impact within your first year
• Cutting-edge tech: Work with our proprietary models and low-latency trading systems built in-house
• Tight feedback loops: Weekly 1-on-1s with your mentor, quarterly reviews with leadership
• Chicago-based: Affordable cost of living, vibrant trading community

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with premiums 100% covered by the firm
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• Unlimited paid time off and sick leave
• Free lunch, coffee, drinks, and snacks
• Commuter benefits
• Monthly happy hours and annual team events

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Base salary represents just one part of overall compensation; all full-time, permanent roles are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including items in the above list.

The base salary for this role is 150,000 USD per year