Quantitative Trader/Researcher – Systematic Options Trading
OptiverChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted March 16, 2026
200000 - 200000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
At Optiver, our mission is to improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and stabilising the market no matter the conditions.
Job Description
Optiver is seeking a Quantitative Trader/Researcher to join its Systematic Options Trading Team. The ideal candidate will have experience in systematic trading, analytical and mathematical skills, and proficiency in programming (Python, C++, or similar).
Requirements
- Design, develop, and refine systematic trading strategies
- Utilize modelling, machine learning, and other techniques to gather insights from data
- Collaborate with development team
- Work across departments
Benefits
- Global profit-sharing pool
- Performance-based bonus structure
- 401(k) match up to 50%
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Comprehensive mental health insurance
- Comprehensive dental insurance
- Comprehensive vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life coverage
- 25 paid vacation days
- Extensive office perks