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Derivatives Trader

Derivatives Trader

MA CAPITAL U.S. LLCMumbai, Maharashtra, India
30+ days ago
Job description

Who We Are

MA Capital is a proprietary trading firm specializing in both systematic and high-performing discretionary strategies across multiple asset classes. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, quantitative research, and sophisticated models, we identify and capitalize on opportunities in global financial markets. Our culture prioritizes innovation, efficiency, and transparency, ensuring our traders have the flexibility and tools they need to succeed.

What sets us apart :

  • Highly competitive PnL splits (30–50%) , well above industry standards
  • Low clearing and exchange fees to preserve your edge and improve net returns
  • CME 106j membership , offering better access and reduced costs
  • A focused workplace where skilled traders can perform at their best, free from slowdowns of traditional corporate structures

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Derivatives Trader to manage firm capital using systematic, semi-systematic, or high-performing discretionary strategies across CME, CBOT, Comex, ICE, CFE .

This role is suitable for both point-and-click traders and those evolving toward automated frameworks . You will be expected to trade multiple products , not just single contracts, and take full responsibility for pricing, execution, and risk management .

Key Responsibilities

  • Generating positive cash flow on a consistent basis and with strict risk discipline.
  • Portfolio & Risk Management : Maintain risk exposure within firm parameters.
  • Performance Optimization : Continuously analyse and adjust strategies based on market conditions and real-time performance data. Researching new strategies.
  • Opportunity in Strategy Development : Build and deploy systematic or semi-systematic strategies
  • Qualifications

  • Experience : 1+ years buy side trading in CME, CBOT, Comex, ICE, CFE futures at proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, family office.
  • Proven Track Record : Demonstrated success in managing profitable trading strategies with risk-adjusted returns ( specifically types of trading strategies – spread trading, calendar spreads, curve trading, arbitrage, butterflies, etc. )
  • Risk Management : Strong understanding of risk controls, money management, order management and regulatory compliance.
  • Risk Ownership : Full accountability for trading decision-making, PnL, and drawdowns.
  • Adaptability to different markets - trader should be able to trade contracts with different underlying assets, diversification encouraged.
  • Key skills : Consistency, structured decision-making and strict risk discipline.
  • Why Join Us?

  • Higher PnL Splits : 30-50% revenue share, significantly higher than the industry standard (10-15%) with no need depositing your own funds.
  • Startup Environment : Agile and entrepreneurial setup, allowing for flexibility and rapid decision-making.
  • Growth-Oriented : Transition support for discretionary traders moving into systematic approaches.
  • Flexible Working Options : Ability to work from anywhere or in our digital hubs / offices.
  • Professional Development : Opportunities to grow and refine your strategies with cutting-edge technology and infrastructure.
  • What We Expect from You

  • A clear description of your current trading stack (tools, platforms, data, models).
  • Ability to either develop or communicate tool requirements to engineers.
  • Understanding of your capital efficiency , return-on-capital, and risk profile.
  • A detailed P&L profile : performance range, expected returns, and drawdown behavior.
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability for your trading.
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