Valkyrie Trading

Valkyrie Trading

Quantitative derivatives trading using algorithms

Overview

Valkyrie Trading focuses on trading derivatives for institutional clients, hedge funds, and other financial entities. Its work centers on developing and running algorithms that analyze market data to spot tiny price differences and execute a high volume of trades quickly. This high-frequency, data-driven approach aims to generate profits from small edges in fast-moving markets. The company differentiates itself through a lean, Chicago-based team and a culture of close collaboration among traders, quantitative analysts, and software engineers who build and refine technology in-house. Valkyrie’s goal is to grow aggressively by delivering precise, scalable trading strategies that stay ahead of market changes while managing risk with disciplined decision-making.

About Valkyrie Trading

Simplify's Rating
Why Valkyrie Trading is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Quantitative Finance

Financial Services

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 2026-09-03 software job pays $140,000 plus discretionary bonus, attracting stronger engineers.
  • 2026-08-24 page lists Junior Trader, Software Engineer, Trade Support, and European-hours roles.
  • Ongoing hiring in late 2026 signals active capital deployment and continued market-making demand.

What critics are saying

  • 2026-08-24 careers page canceled all 2026-2027 internships, shrinking future talent pipeline.
  • Open roles stay junior-heavy in 2026, signaling limited bench and succession depth.
  • One-office Chicago concentration exposes Valkyrie to a single strategy failure; edge loss kills economics fast.

What makes Valkyrie Trading unique

  • Chicago-based prop shop near CME and CBOE, trading derivatives since 2011.
  • Owns proprietary trading systems; traders carry full daily PnL and risk responsibility.
  • Small, interdisciplinary team pairs C++/C# engineers with traders and quantitative research.

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Benefits

Health insurance with the choice of plans including PPO, HMO, and HSA options

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Lunch is provided every day

Gym membership discount

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