SSO Floor Trader
optiverus
SSO Floor Trader
optiverus· Trading
About this role
We're seeking an experienced Options Market Maker to lead our presence across U.S. options exchange trading floors. You'll be the primary link between our electronic trading desks, floor brokers, DPM/LMM communities, and exchange personnel — driving liquidity provision, execution quality, and market structure opportunities across venues.
What you'll do
As a SSO Floor Trader, your key responsibilities include:
- Make markets in eligible equity, ETF, and index options.
- Represent the firm across options exchanges; build relationships with floor brokers, DPMs/LMMs, and exchange officials.
- Track exchange rule changes, fees, and incentive programs.
- Partner with electronic traders to optimize quoting and execution quality.
- Facilitate large or complex executions; monitor floor specific KPIs, fill rates and market share across venues.
- Ensure compliance with exchange rules and regulatory requirements.
Who you are
- Hold a bachelor’s degree (required)
- Deep understanding of financial instruments, trading exchanges and markets
- Possess a high aptitude with mathematics
- Excellent communicator and team player
- Strong relationship-builder across traders, brokers, and exchange personnel.
- 3+ years in options trading, market making, floor brokerage, or exchange operations.
Preferred:
- Prior listed options market-making experience.
- Series 57 active and in good standing.
- Existing relationships within the floor broker and market maker communities.
What you'll get
- Work alongside best-in-class professionals from 40+ countries.
- Highly competitive compensation, global profit-sharing pool, and performance bonus.
- 401(k) match up to 50%; comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
- 25 paid vacation days plus market holidays.
Who we are
At Optiver, our mission is to improve markets by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency, and stabilizing markets in all conditions. As one of the largest market-making firms, we're a trusted partner on 100+ exchanges globally.
Our differences are our edge. Optiver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.
Below is the expected base salary for this position. This is a good-faith estimate of the base pay scale for this position and offers will ultimately be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and performance in the interview process. This position will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus (if determined by Optiver) and Optiver’s benefits package with the benefits listed above.
Base Salary Range
$200,000—$200,000 USD
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the SSO Floor Trader role at optiverus?
The listed salary for this SSO Floor Trader position at optiverus is USD 200K–200K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the SSO Floor Trader position at optiverus located?
This SSO Floor Trader role at optiverus is based in New York, New York. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the SSO Floor Trader at optiverus belong to?
This SSO Floor Trader position is part of the Trading department at optiverus. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the SSO Floor Trader position at optiverus?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to optiverus's official application portal hosted on greenhouse where you can submit your application directly.
When was the SSO Floor Trader job at optiverus posted?
This SSO Floor Trader position at optiverus was posted on Jun 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
SSO Floor Trader
optiverus · 💰 USD 200K–200K
You'll be redirected to optiverus's official application page on Greenhouse.