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If you are looking to join a small, dynamic, growing firm in the financial technology sector, you have come to the right place. BlackEdge has built a strong foundation of success as an industry leading market maker in the treasury options space. Now we need talented people like you to build on that foundation by further improving and leveraging our existing success to expand into new markets. Job Responsibilities: Work with quants and devs to design, implement, and analyze trading system performance. Build expertise in option pricing dynamics and trading strategy optimization. Analyze risk and discuss the implications with the senior traders. Participate in mock trading and other training sessions. Actively manage risk and price options in a fast-paced trading environment. Work on and manage special projects and build trading tools to continuously improve trading operations. We are looking for: Graduating in 2027 with at least a Bachelors' degree in a STEM field. Strong quantitative skills and logical reasoning. Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to maintain composure under pressure. A final note about our culture: we are pursuing excellence in trading. We want to be the best market makers in each product we trade and are relentless in our pursuit of incremental improvement. Every day is an opportunity to get a little bit better. Everyone here takes deep pride and ownership in what they do. The buck doesn't get passed along, it stops with you.

If you are looking to join a small, dynamic, growing firm in the financial technology sector, you have come to the right place. BlackEdge has built a strong foundation of success as an industry leading market maker in the treasury options space. Now we need talented people like you to build on that foundation by further improving and leveraging our existing success to expand into new markets. An internship at BlackEdge will give you a taste of life as a quantitative trader in the options market making space. The first half of your internship will focus on teaching you option pricing theory, market making dynamics, and trading system operations. The second half will provide you the opportunity to deliver a project that leverages our extensive internal data and tooling to help a BlackEdge trading team improve their daily activities. Job Responsibilities: Build expertise in option pricing dynamics and trading strategy optimization. Participate in mock trading and other training sessions Work on and manage special projects and build trading tools to continuously improve trading operations. We are looking for: Graduating in 2028 with at least a Bachelors' degree in a STEM field. Strong quantitative skills and logical reasoning. Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to maintain composure under pressure. A final note about our culture: we are pursuing excellence in trading. We want to be the best market makers in each product we trade and are relentless in our pursuit of incremental improvement. Every day is an opportunity to get a little bit better. Everyone here takes deep pride and ownership in what they do. The buck doesn't get passed along, it stops with you.

company The Tidal Financial Group is a leading ETF investment technology platform dedicated to creating, operating, and growing ETFs. We combine expertise and innovative partnership approaches to offer comprehensive, value-generating ETF solutions. Our platform offers best-in-class strategic guidance, product planning, trust and fund services, legal support, operations support, marketing and research, and sales and distribution services. role About the role Tidal is seeking a highly skilled ETF Portfolio Manager responsible for the implementation and management of various Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) portfolios. This role requires a deep understanding of financial markets, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record in managing portfolios within relevant risk -reward frameworks. The ETF Portfolio Management team provides portfolio management and execution services for ETF issuers. The firm manages both active and index -based portfolios and covers most major global asset classes. This position will closely be involved with day -to-day portfolio management functions of exchange traded products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in trading equities and options. This role requires experience in using Bloomberg or other institutional trading platforms, as well as a background in financial services and back/middle office operations. What you'll do Execute and manage trades across equities and options. Execute day-to-day duties in the Trading Operations Team, including but not limited to trade allocation, position settlement, and reconciliation of all trading. Utilize Bloomberg or other institutional trading platforms for efficient trade execution. Working closely with Prime Brokers and Market Makers to ensure trading best execution and fund efficiencies. Stay updated with market trends, economic developments, and trading strategies. Accountable for performance and adherence to fund objectives and delivering superior returns against direct competitors. Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other Office applications. Partner with Investment/Portfolio Management team to continually improve and enhance the trading process and procedures. Work closely with our Operations Team to understand their needs and to build solutions that enable them to execute transactions and other operational processes effectively. A relentless focus on quality and ability to produce accurate information independently without extensive support/QA from others. Continually analyzing, reviewing and improving our operations and service as the trading business evolves. The individual will be expected to interact and build strong relationships with stakeholders. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree, preferably business or quantitative discipline related, or relevant experience. 3-5 years of experience (or more) in trading equities and options with a strong emphasis on option trading. Institutional/RIA trading experience. Proficiency with Bloomberg or similar institutional trading platforms. Strong understanding of financial markets and trading strategies. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment . Demonstrated history of solving complex problems. Proficient with MS Office Suite. Very high level of competency in Excel . Preferred Qualifications: Experience with trading platforms, order management systems (OMS), and post-trade processing. Experience working for a firm that manages 40 Act products. Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to trading activities. Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment .

company About us Edgehog Trading is a proprietary trading firm specializing in electronic options market making. We take a technology-driven approach, designing and operating automated, scalable systems to provide liquidity across markets. Our team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and support the systems that power the firm. We emphasize data-driven decision making, rigorous problem solving, and continuous improvement to navigate complex and evolving markets. We operate in a highly collaborative environment where ideas can move quickly from concept to implementation, and where individuals are empowered to take ownership and contribute directly to the firm’s growth. role What you'll do: Conduct signal, alpha, and feature research to develop models that improve trading strategy performance Design, backtest, and iterate on quantitative trading models from ideation through production deployment Analyze market microstructure, execution quality, and options pricing dynamics to identify new research directions Collaborate closely with traders and engineers to translate research findings into live trading systems Use AI tools actively throughout your research workflow — from exploring datasets and generating hypotheses to accelerating code and stress-testing model assumptions Contribute to research infrastructure: data pipelines, evaluation frameworks, and reproducibility tooling Qualifications and skills: BS, MS, or PhD in a quantitative field — Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Financial Engineering, or similar 1–3 years of research or industry experience in quantitative finance, systematic trading, or applied ML / data science Strong programming skills in Python; comfort with numerical libraries (NumPy, pandas, SciPy) and data analysis at scale Solid foundation in probability, statistics, and machine learning Ability to think rigorously about model assumptions, overfitting risks, and out-of-sample validation Comfort with AI-assisted development: you actively use LLMs and other AI tools to move faster, think more clearly, and build better Genuine curiosity about markets, trading, and how quantitative systems interact with real-world price dynamics Candidates from data science or applied ML backgrounds are welcome — strong modeling instincts and statistical rigor matter more to us than prior finance experience Why Edgehog: Small team advantage: Direct access to founders and senior team members from day one Ownership early: Manage real P&L and make meaningful impact within your first year Cutting-edge tech: Work with our proprietary models and low-latency trading systems built in-house Tight feedback loops: Weekly 1-on-1s with your mentor, quarterly reviews with leadership Chicago-based: Affordable cost of living, vibrant trading community Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with premiums 100% covered by the firm 401(k) with a 4% company match Unlimited paid time off and sick leave Free lunch, coffee, drinks, and snacks Commuter benefits Monthly happy hours and annual team events The base salary range for this position is listed below. Base salary represents just one part of overall compensation; all full-time, permanent roles are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including items in the above list. The base salary for this role is 120,000 - 175,000 USD per year

company The Tidal Financial Group is a leading ETF investment technology platform dedicated to creating, operating, and growing ETFs. We combine expertise and innovative partnership approaches to offer comprehensive, value-generating ETF solutions. Our platform offers best-in-class strategic guidance, product planning, trust and fund services, legal support, operations support, marketing and research, and sales and distribution services. role About the Role Tidal is seeking an experienced ETF Portfolio Manager to oversee the implementation, execution, and ongoing management of a diverse suite of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). This individual will play a critical role in managing both active and index-based portfolios across multiple global asset classes while ensuring portfolios remain aligned with investment objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational best practices. The ETF Portfolio Management team provides comprehensive portfolio management and trading services for ETF issuers. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of exchange-traded products, working closely with traders, market makers, prime brokers, custodians, fund accountants, and internal operations teams to ensure efficient portfolio implementation and best execution. The ideal candidate brings deep experience trading equities, options, and fixed income securities, with a particular emphasis on equities and ETF portfolio management. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. What You'll Do Manage the day-to-day implementation and oversight of ETF portfolios across multiple investment strategies. Create, monitor, and execute trade orders using Bloomberg AIM or other institutional Order Management Systems (OMS), ensuring data accuracy and operational integrity. Execute trades across equities, options, and fixed income while maintaining a strong focus on best execution and transaction efficiency. Partner closely with portfolio managers, prime brokers, market makers, custodians, fund accountants, and exchanges to facilitate seamless trading operations. Monitor portfolio activity, reconcile positions and tax lots, and coordinate with Operations to ensure accurate settlement and post-trade processing. Stay current on market developments, macroeconomic events, and evolving trading strategies to support portfolio performance. Evaluate portfolio performance relative to investment objectives, benchmarks, and peer funds. Identify opportunities to improve trading workflows, operational processes, and portfolio management procedures as the business continues to evolve. Maintain exceptional attention to detail and consistently deliver accurate, high-quality work with minimal oversight. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across trading, operations, compliance, and portfolio management. Mentor and provide leadership to a team of AVPs, Associates, and Analysts, fostering collaboration, professional development, and operational excellence. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or another quantitative discipline, or equivalent professional experience. 7-10+ years of institutional trading and portfolio management experience, with significant experience managing ETF portfolios. Strong expertise trading equities, options, and fixed income securities, with a primary emphasis on equities. Hands-on experience with Bloomberg AIM and Bloomberg Terminal, or comparable institutional trading and order management platforms. Deep understanding of ETF portfolio construction, trading workflows, market structure, and execution strategies. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite. Strong communication and relationship management skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple functional teams. Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities. Preferred Qualifications Experience with institutional Order Management Systems (OMS), execution management systems (EMS), and post-trade processing platforms. Experience managing or supporting registered investment companies under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (40 Act funds), including ETFs. Familiarity with regulatory requirements governing ETF trading and portfolio management. Previous experience leading or mentoring portfolio management, trading, or investment operations teams. Experience driving process improvements and operational scalability within a growing asset management or ETF platform.