Market Maker / Prop TradingFounded 1994

Wolverine Trading

Wolverine Trading is a proprietary trading firm based in Chicago specializing in options and derivatives market making. They provide liquidity across equity options, index options, ETFs, and futures markets. Wolverine combines quantitative analysis with experienced trading judgment and has been a consistent presence in the Chicago prop trading scene for decades. They also offer asset management services through Wolverine Asset Management.

Headquarters

Chicago, IL

Employees

500+

Entry-Level Pay (est.)

$150K – $300K

Senior Pay (est.)

$300K – $500K

Roles at Wolverine Trading

Quantitative TraderSoftware EngineerQuantitative ResearcherRisk Analyst

Key Skills Required

PythonC++Options PricingDerivativesRisk Management

How to Get Hired

Wolverine recruits through university events and online applications. The interview process includes quantitative aptitude tests, options pricing questions, and technical interviews. They offer internships and entry-level positions for traders, quant researchers, and software engineers. The firm values candidates with strong math backgrounds and interest in derivatives markets.

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Compensation at Wolverine Trading

Bands below are industry estimates from aggregated public signals—not confirmed by Wolverine Trading. Actual offers depend on role, office, performance, and year.

Entry-Level / Graduate (estimated total)

$150K – $300K

Typically base plus bonus; varies widely

Senior / Experienced (estimated total)

$300K – $500K

Typically base plus bonus; varies widely

Source: Glassdoor

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