Jump Trading

Jump Trading is a proprietary trading firm and technology company based in Chicago, known for its expertise in algorithmic and high-frequency trading across global financial markets. Founded in 1999, the firm trades a broad range of asset classes including equities, fixed income, futures, options, and cryptocurrencies, operating on over 100 exchanges worldwide. Jump places a strong emphasis on quantitative research, advanced hardware and software development, and low-latency infrastructure, competing with firms such as DRW, Citadel Securities, and Jane Street. It is also involved in crypto through Jump Crypto, a dedicated division focused on trading, venture investments, and protocol development. The firm is privately held and secretive, known for its flat structure, highly selective hiring, and deep investment in proprietary technology and applied science.