Jump Trading
Chicago, Illinois
About Jump Trading
Jump Trading, founded in 1999 by former Chicago Mercantile Exchange pit traders Paul Gurinas and Bill Disomma, is a proprietary trading firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The firm specializes in algorithmic and high-frequency trading strategies across various asset classes, including futures, options, cryptocurrencies, and equities. Jump Trading is renowned for its technological innovation, having invested in infrastructure such as microwave towers and fiber optic networks to minimize latency. In 2021, the firm launched Jump Crypto, a dedicated division focused on blockchain ecosystems and cryptocurrencies.
Company Size
1k-5k
Website
www.jumptrading.comHiring Distribution
Breakdown of Jump Trading's hiring across disciplines
Jump Trading primarily hires for finance roles (48%)
Engineering
44%
Finance
48%
Research
8%
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