Funded Trader – Equities & Options Program – New York, NY
About the Firm We are a well-established proprietary trading firm with over two decades of experience empowering traders to succeed. Our global team is driven by performance, discipline, and a passion for financial markets. As an independent contractor, you will enjoy the freedom to work remotely while building and managing your own trading strategies. Position Overview We are looking for funded traders to join our equities and options program. You will receive firm capital from day one with no personal financial risk, trading stocks and options with structured coaching, risk guidelines, and a clear scaling path as you demonstrate consistency. Location: New York, NY (Remote) Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099) Experience Level: 2+ years trading or managing investments Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute options strategies including directional, spread, and volatility plays • Analyze implied volatility, Greeks, and options pricing models to identify opportunities • Manage multi-leg options positions with disciplined risk protocols • Monitor and adjust open positions based on market conditions and Greeks changes • Maintain detailed logs of all options trades and strategy rationale • Optionally collaborate with a network of remote traders for insights and growth Required Qualifications • At least 2 years of trading experience in options or currency markets • Keen understanding of options Greeks, volatility, or forex market dynamics • Discipline to adhere to a structured trading plan and risk management rules • Dedicated and coachable with a long-term commitment to developing your skills • Access to a reliable computer and high-speed internet for daily trading • Programming or quantitative skills are welcomed but not required Position Details • Work as an independent contractor (1099) with full schedule flexibility • Keep 65–90% of your trading profits with increasing splits at higher levels • Trade with firm capital starting at up to $50,000, with scaling potential to $500,000+ • 100% remote — trade from anywhere with a reliable internet connection • Eligible for capital increases every two months as you demonstrate consistency • Compensation is entirely performance-based, giving you direct control over your earnings Our Work Culture We value autonomy, accountability, and results. You will operate in a remote-first environment where traders are empowered to craft their own strategies and optimize performance. Compensation is performance-driven, giving you direct control over your growth and earnings. Location & Remote Work This position is listed for candidates in the New York, NY area. While this is a fully remote role and you will work from your own location, we welcome applicants who are based in or near New York. All you need is a reliable computer and internet connection to get started. Take the next step in your trading career — fill out the application below!