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Rates trader

micro1 / Rates trader

RATE

$80 - $100/HR

LOCATION

REMOTE (GLOBAL)

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DESCRIPTION

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

REQUIREMENTS

▸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.