Quantitative Volatility Trader
- Pay
- $150,000 – $225,000 per year
- Location
- London, New York City · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Experience
- 1+ year
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Python
- options trading systems
- derivatives trading
- mental math
Also useful
- market intuition
About the role
Quantitative Volatility Traders (QVTs) collaborate with developers and researchers to implement Xantium's derivatives trading strategies. Their roles require established Python coding skills, strong mental math, and developed market intuition.
Initial responsibilities include trading system monitoring and improvement; some roles also involve individual trade execution and support. Over time and with guidance from senior team members, all QVTs grow to better understand how the range of Xantium's volatility strategies are developed and optimized.
We are seeking multiple QVTs for a rapidly growing team. At this time, candidates with derivatives experience in the following underlying asset types are particularly attractive: equities (single name and index), commodities, and fixed income.
All applicants should have
- 1-3+ years of fulltime experience trading derivatives or developing options trading systems
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in hard sciences (e.g., mathematics, computer science, physics, engineering, etc.)
- Strong Python coding skills
Compensation
Quantitative Volatility Traders in New York can expect to earn $150,000 to $225,000+ base. Total compensation for all Quantitative Volatility Traders also includes a large annual bonus which is guaranteed in year one and based on employee and firm performance thereafter.
From Xantium's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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What is the salary for the Quantitative Volatility Trader role at Xantium?
The Quantitative Volatility Trader posting at Xantium states compensation of $150,000 – $225,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Xantium's official career site.
Where is the Quantitative Volatility Trader job at Xantium located?
This Quantitative Volatility Trader position at Xantium is located in London, New York City (On-site). Always check Xantium's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
What qualifications are required for Quantitative Volatility Trader at Xantium?
For the Quantitative Volatility Trader role, Xantium highlights 1+ year of relevant experience; a bachelor's degree; experience with Python, options trading systems, derivatives trading, mental math. Rolev.ai can score your existing resume against these requirements and show any skill gaps before you apply.
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