Rates trader
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Posted on micro1 First seen 10 Oct 2026Checked 12 Oct 2026Listed until 8 Dec 2026
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Role Title: Rates trader
Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
micro1 is engaging experienced Rates traders to participate in a project supporting a leading investment bank’s algorithmic trading desk. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required, your domain knowledge is what matters.
Scope of Work
- Evaluate AI-generated trading strategies for rates products, providing feedback based on your professional experience and knowledge of real market dynamics.
- Assess the realism and market viability of AI outputs related to interest rate swaps, swaptions, Treasury futures, Eurodollar/SOFR, and repo instruments.
- Offer structured, actionable commentary on algorithmic strategies and decision rationale.
- Identify market scenarios where AI recommendations diverge from actual trading desk practices.
- Suggest improvements to increase the accuracy and sophistication of AI-generated trading logic.
- Engage in written and verbal discussions to clarify reasoning and facilitate the AI training process.
- Contribute flexibly to project milestones in a remote setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current or former Rates trader at an investment bank or hedge fund.
- Extensive hands-on experience trading interest rate swaps, swaptions, Treasury futures, Eurodollar/SOFR, and repo products.
- Background in algorithmic or systematic trading on a Rates desk (VP, Director, or similar level strongly preferred).
- In-depth understanding of rates market structure, pricing, and risk management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex trading insights.
- Comfort evaluating quantitative strategies and explaining their real-world applicability.
- Previous experience collaborating on technology or trading system projects is a plus.
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