Junior Derivatives Trader

What You’ll Need:

• Degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science or equivalent

• Passion for the financial markets

• Excellent quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills

• Entrepreneurial attitude with a keen attention to detail

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to make split-second logical decisions in a high-pressure environment

• Competitive drive and the maturity to handle considerable responsibility

• Capability to quickly recover from mistakes

• Quantitative & Data Analysis skills 

• Python or R programming experience 

• Be eligible to start a full-time role within the January 2027 – August 2027 timeframe.

• Must have valid, ongoing, unrestricted authorization to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored or self-initiated immigration filings.

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive salaries and performance bonuses
• Direct mentoring from senior software engineers
• Top-tier medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Relocation assistance packages
• Generous vacation policy
• Training opportunities and continuing education
• Catered lunch, snacks, and beverages
• Group outings and company parties
• Casual dress environment

Salary range

• $140,000
• This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Our Vision

Valkyrie’s vision is to be an organization where curious, driven, and innovative people are able to compete and win in the world’s most competitive landscape – the financial markets.   Daily competition in the financial markets provides the ideal arena to push ourselves further as we are ever striving to grow, improve, and win.  We recognize that there are extraordinary opportunities to be had every day, and by exploring, collaborating, and building, we can accomplish remarkable results together.