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Senior Index Options Trader

Fionics
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/3/2026

Senior Index Trader β€” SPX Options Market Making


Chicago, IL | Full-time | On-site


Hiring for a fast-growing electronic options market maker in Chicago. Small team, flat structure, real P&L ownership from day one.


The Role Manage pricing and positions for the SPX index options book. Design and optimize systematic options strategies using quant research and ML. Build algorithmic models from ideation to production. Analyze microstructure and execution quality to generate alpha.


You

  • 3 years trading index options at a market making firm
  • Proven track record managing an options book
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills
  • Degree in CS, maths, engineering, physics, finance, or related
  • Python a plus


Why Here

  • Direct access to founders from day one
  • Proprietary low-latency systems built in-house
  • Real P&L impact within your first year
  • Chicago-based, strong trading community


All applications confidential

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