Systematic Options Trader

• Grow firm profitability by influencing the development of trading algorithms and researching options pricing signals.
• Define microstructure research initiatives and shape research infrastructure.

• 5+ years of experience conducting or guiding research on large sets of exchange market data and/or options pricing datasets.
• Proven track record of driving improvements on a systematic market-making desk or semi-systematic volatility trading desk-preferably at a top-tier market-making firm.
• Exposure to and a deep understanding of low-latency market-making technology including how insights gleaned from research projects are integrated into a production trading system.
• Deep knowledge of exchange infrastructure and microstructure.
• Strong communication skills and experience collaborating with software and hardware engineers to see your research through to production.
• Strong background in statistics and/or linear algebra is a plus.
• Experience with C++ or a similar programming language is a plus.

• Highly competitive salary & bonus opportunity
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• 100% coverage of medical dental vision life and disability benefits for single coverage
• Generous Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K
• Profit sharing plan
• Long- and short-term disability

• Free breakfast and lunch from our in-house kitchen with rotating menus (including snacks!)
• On-site gym with a subsidized membership
• Frequent company outings
• Opportunity to give back to organizations that help individuals in need in the Chicagoland area

• In-house education team - classes and resources are offered for continuous learning opportunities
• Mentorship Program through your first six months of employment

What We Do

The Wolverine companies comprise a number of diversified financial institutions specializing in proprietary trading asset management order execution services and technology solutions. We are recognized as a market leader in derivatives valuation trading and value-added order execution across global equity options and futures markets.

Why Work With Us

At Wolverine we've created a strong collaborative environment with exceptional growth opportunities. Whether your interest is trading technology or operations motivated and innovative individuals can find many pathways to success. Our flat organizational structure promotes teamwork across the Firm and offers easy access to senior staff.

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