US Equity Index Options Trader

• Actively trade US index and equity options, managing positions and risk.
• Analyze market flows, volatility, and microstructure to identify and capture trading opportunities
• Refine pricing, execution, and risk management approaches to improve trading performance
• Conduct post-trade analysis to evaluate decisions, optimize strategies, and drive systematic improvements
• Contribute to the development of tools, monitoring, and processes that enhance trading stability and scalability
• Partner closely with risk management, researchers and developers during live trading and high-pressure situations

• Proven experience as an Index Options Trader, with exposure to US markets or similar equity derivatives
• Strong track record of trading performance and disciplined risk management
• Deep understanding of options theory, volatility, and market microstructure
• Comfortable trading both systematic and discretionary when required
• Calm under pressure, with the ability to quickly diagnose and act on trading problems
• Strong analytics, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying improvements
• Strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Passionate about markets, with a continuous drive to learn and improve

The annual base salary range for this position is $250,000 to $300,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.  In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.