What are the responsibilities and job description for the Execution Trader position at Capital Technologies, LLC?
We are seeking an experienced Execution Trader with a strong background in options and derivatives trading as well as proven technical and DevOps skills. In this hybrid role, you will not only execute trades and manage client / broker relationships but also be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our custom-built trade execution infrastructure. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge trading systems, directly influence our trading operations, and ensure system reliability in a fast-paced production environment.
Position Duties :
Daily setup and shutdown of trading systems and business IT
Communication with client and brokers
General trading assistance to primary client
Direct trade execution using online brokerages
Trade execution via third party brokers
Management of trading accounts and credentials
Daily accounting in conjunction with brokers
Record keeping, liaison with accounting and reporting of trading results
Execute controls on transaction and settlement data to verify accuracy, completeness and adherence to internal risk controls
Continuously monitor financial and operational risks
Other business assistance as needed including redundant onsite IT support as part of wider group team
Example tasks and projects :
Automation of processes
Modeling of ETFs using their component drivers
Modeling of stocks vs ETFs
Participation in collaborative model development
Undertaking back testing
Required Skills & Experience :
Trading Expertise :
Extensive hands-on experience in options and derivatives trading.
Strong understanding of risk management, margin requirements, and trade execution protocols.
Technical Proficiency :
Solid programming experience with Python, including familiarity with libraries and frameworks such as NumPy, SciPy, FastAPI, and Pydantic.
Experience working with data storage and messaging systems (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis).
Understanding of microservice / client-server architectures.
Familiarity with Bloomberg EMSX and interactive broker data subscriptions.
DevOps & Systems Administration :
Intermediate sysadmin and networking skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and maintain a live production environment.
Experience with Linux system management (including systemd) and debugging multi-threaded / multi-process applications.
Communication & Collaboration :
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with internal teams, clients, and brokers.
Ability to work autonomously under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment.
Working Conditions :
Houston office-based role, with daily duties at principal client’s location.
Occasional out-of-hours work or travel may be required.
Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally for extended periods to service client locations.
Employment subject to background check and mutually acceptable non-disclosure agreement.
Familiarity with Bloomberg financial terminal system, perhaps demonstrated through Bloomberg certification, would be a plus but is not required.
Compensation & Benefits :
Competitive salary structure, annual performance bonus, and excellent benefits
Company covers the full cost of health insurance for the employee and their family, PLUS employer funded health savings account (HSA)
Company covers the full cost of dental and vision insurance for the employee
401(k) Plan with 4% company match and immediate vesting
PTO, company paid holidays, NYSE Holidays except those where travel may be required
Four-week notice required for planned PTO which will be approved by mutual agreement in consideration of client schedules and trading business
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA at this time.
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