Execute options trading using proprietary tools; manage and assume responsibility for a portfolio's performance; design back-test and analyze trading strategies; perform deep-dive research and technical analysis; apply portfolio and risk management techniques; collaborate with senior traders and iterate on trading systems to improve results.

WHO WE ARE
Headquartered in the historic Chicago Board of Trade PEAK6 Capital Management is a proprietary options trading firm that has been defining the industry for more than 25 years. While many firms have come and gone PEAK6 Capital Management has consistently delivered liquidity to the options market. We thrive due to our firm's special blend of financial acumen ability to manage risk and cutting-edge technology.
PEAK6 Capital Management was brought to life through insatiable curiosity entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to win. We offer incredible opportunities for smart passionate team players to solve complex problems and take calculated risks. We were among the first firms to develop sophisticated proprietary technology in our trading business. Today we continue to leverage our technical ingenuity and operational excellence across several investment areas spanning early-to-mid stage growth capital operational control trading and eSports. Throughout the years we've built and operated several financial technology firms and we continue to evolve.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Position: Trader
Location: 141 W. Jackson Blvd. Ste. 500 Chicago IL 60604
Responsibilities: Apply options theory to trading in the financial markets while mastering PEAK6's proprietary tools and technology. Manage a portfolio make strategic trading decisions and assume full responsibility for its performance. Test and analyze trading strategies conduct deep dives into analytical and research-based data sets and utilize cutting-edge tools to enhance results. Develop expertise in portfolio management risk management technical analysis and research while fostering ownership collaboration and strong interpersonal skills. Engage in continuous improvement by giving and receiving feedback from senior traders.
Deploying capital on trade ideas improving trading systems through back-testing and data studies and leveraging equity research knowledge to drive performance.
Educ./experience: Two (2) years of experience as a Trader Equity Research Analyst or in a related position within the financial technology industry. Experience must include: Bloomberg terminal Refinitiv Eikon terminal Markit Dividend Portal and knowledge of options pricing and earnings distribution pricing. Also requires passage of the Series 57 exam.
Salary range: $55557 - $100000
Standard company benefits.
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OUR REWARDS
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits including healthcare benefits (medical dental and vision EAP) competitive PTO 401k match parental leave and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills experience and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits.
PEAK6 is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability veteran status marital status or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.
PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact our HR department at [email protected]. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.