Discretionary Trader
Trillium
Discretionary Trader
Trillium
Proprietary trading firm with in-house technology
Trillium is a leading proprietary trading firm active in US Equities, US Options, Canadian Equities, and OTC Equities. With trading technology built, tested, and optimized in-house, our engineers and technologists collaborate with our traders to deliver tools and functionality designed to support their needs. Our passion for the markets and our drive to succeed have propelled our track record of growth and profitability for over 20 years. At Trillium, we are a team of problem solvers and independent thinkers dedicated to seizing market opportunities.
We are headquartered in New York City, with additional trading floors in Chicago and Miami. To learn more about Trillium, visit www.trlm.com
The Role:
As a Discretionary Trader, you will gain direct exposure to the markets while mastering our proprietary trading tools and strategies. From day one, you'll work side-by-side with an experienced trainer and be immersed in a diverse mix of trading strategies, developing both the technical skills and judgment needed to succeed in a fast paced environment.
Within your first month on the desk, you'll actively trade and manage firm capital under close mentorship, honing your ability to make split-second buy and sell decisions on our proprietary keyboard-based trading platform. Along the way, you will develop a deep understanding of U.S., Canadian, and OTC equity markets, as well as the U.S. options market.
We invest heavily in education and development for both new and veteran traders, offering a mix of classroom sessions and on-demand resources to support continuous growth. This structure helps strengthen your quantitative, analytical, and research skills, while deepening your knowledge of economics, risk management, and market structure.
Continuous improvement is at the core of our trading culture. Traders are challenged to refine their strategies, expand their perspectives, and grow every day. If you're competitive, curious, and eager to be rewarded for your performance, you'll find the platform, mentorship, and resources to build a lasting career.
Compensation:
Responsibilities:
About You:
You are enthusiastic, motivated, and proactive, with a strong desire to learn and grow in a performance-driven environment. The ideal candidate:
Please note, Trillium will not sponsor applicants for work visas
Job Requirements:
The position is intended for soon to be college graduates (Fall/Winter 2026 or Spring 2027 graduation) with a cumulative 3.5+ GPA
Our Interview Process:
We believe candidates should know what to expect throughout the recruiting process. Candidates who advance through the process will typically complete the following stages:
Application → Personality Assessment → Resume Review → Trader Assessment → Round 1 Interview with SVP of Recruiting → Round 2 Interview with SVP of Trading → Trader Chat→ Round 3 Interview with Managing Director of Trading → Offer
Each stage is designed to help us understand how you think, solve problems, communicate, respond to feedback, and approach competitive decision-making. Prior professional trading experience is not required; we are looking for candidates with the aptitude, mindset, and interest to develop into successful traders.
Benefits and Perks:
Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Trillium are based on merit, qualifications, and the needs of the company. Trillium does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, ancestry, military status, family care status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or any other legally protected basis protected by applicable law. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability should contact [email protected].
Trillium Trading is a proprietary trading firm active in US, Canadian, and OTC equities. Its core activity is trading using in-house developed technology, tested and optimized by its engineers in collaboration with traders to create tools that support fast, informed decisions in the markets. The company’s products are trading workflows and software that help traders execute and manage strategies efficiently, rather than consumer-facing software. What sets Trillium apart is its combination of long-term experience (a 20-year track record of growth and profitability), in-house, engineer-trader collaboration, multiple trading floors, and a culture of problem-solving and independent thinking. The firm also emphasizes social impact through its philanthropic initiative, Trillium Cares, which funds education, social equity, and humanitarian aid. The goal is to seize market opportunities and grow profitability while giving back to communities.
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