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Prop Trader – Options & Equity Markets – Hiring in San Diego, CA
Prop Trader – Options & Equity Markets – Hiring in San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
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About the Firm
We are an established proprietary trading firm that has spent the last two decades building one of the most respected trader-development models in the industry. Our traders operate independently but never alone — capital, risk infrastructure, mentorship, and a peer community are all part of the package.
Position Overview
We are seeking prop traders for our options and equity markets division. You will trade firm capital across listed options and equities, applying your edge in technical analysis, flow reading, or quantitative methods to generate profits in a performance-driven environment.
Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Experience Level: 2+ years trading or managing investments
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