Job Description
Join our award-winning financial analytics team as a Data Analyst specializing in equity options trading. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge data science with financial market expertise to drive strategic decision-making in our Columbus headquarters. You'll leverage advanced analytics to uncover hidden patterns in options markets, directly impacting our $2B+ portfolio performance. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and unparalleled growth opportunities in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex equity options data using SQL, Python, and R to identify market trends and trading opportunities
- Develop and maintain automated reporting dashboards in Tableau/Power BI for real-time portfolio monitoring
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to backtest options strategies and optimize risk-return profiles
- Present findings to executive stakeholders through clear visualizations and actionable insights
- Improve data pipelines and model accuracy using statistical techniques and machine learning
- Stay current with market regulations and emerging options analytics methodologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years experience in financial data analysis with direct equity options exposure
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and statistical modeling
- Expertise in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or D3.js)
- Strong understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial) and volatility surfaces
- Certification in FRM, CFA, or equivalent financial analytics designation
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and big data technologies