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What 55 fast-growing companies ask for — updated September 2026
Across 203 active Trader postings, Communication is the most-requested skill — in 49% of listings, ahead of Python and Collaboration. 55 companies are hiring right now, led by DV Trading. 10% of Trader roles now call for AI skills, and 2% are remote.
203active postings
10%ask for AI skills
2%remote
55companies hiring
Most-demanded skills
| Skill | % of postings | |
|---|---|---|
| Communication | 49% | |
| Python | 42% | |
| Collaboration | 38% | |
| Attention to Detail | 28% | |
| Statistics | 27% | |
| Finance | 25% | |
| Computer Science | 24% | |
| Problem Solving | 20% | |
| Economics | 19% | |
| Risk Management | 19% | |
| Initiative | 19% | |
| Teamwork | 18% |
Top employers hiring now
| Company | Open roles |
|---|---|
| DV Trading | 18 |
| Jane Street | 17 |
| Gelber Group | 16 |
| Tower Research Capital | 13 |
| TransMarket Group | 11 |
| Jump Trading | 9 |