Quantitative Trader (Options)

Responsibilities: Implement and calibrate systematic market-making strategies that provide liquidity in CME options on futures. Develop pricing models in collaboration with our quantitative research team. Build desk tooling for pricing, risk management, and opportunity identification. Manage a portfolio of fixed income volatility products across different assets with various holding times and liquidity profiles. Analyze macroeconomic indicators, central bank policies, and other factors that influence interest rate volatility surfaces. Manage trading risks by setting appropriate limits and adhering to our risk management policies. Ensure all trading activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Work closely with other traders, quants and developers. Leverage a sophisticated trading platform to execute desired trades, sourcing available liquidity across multiple exchanges.

Required Skills: An undergraduate or an advanced degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, engineering, or one of the hard sciences. 1-4 years of trading experience encompassing algorithmic trading and a strong knowledge of options theory. Proficiency with at least one of the following languages: Python, C++, Java, VBA, Matlab, or Ruby. The ability to work and solve problems as part of a team, often in a high-pressured environment. A strong desire for knowledge and to understand how things work. Proven trustworthiness and performance under the highest ethical standards.

Benefits and Perks: Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance Fully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day on-site Tuition Reimbursement Program 401(k) with employer match Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental leaves Commuter and Flexible Spending Programs Base Salary Range $150,000 - $200,000 - Salaries are based on numerous factors such as skills, experience, and education. Our compensation package also includes a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees. For more information, reach out to your recruiter. Old Mission Capital is a quantitative market-making firm founded in 2008. It prices "thousands of financial instruments globally" and has "traded trillions of dollars of securities using proprietary systems and…