Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Partners as an Entry-Level Equity Options Data Analyst and launch your career in quantitative finance! We're seeking analytical minds to decode complex market data and support our options trading strategies. This hybrid role combines rigorous data analysis with hands-on exposure to equity derivatives markets. You'll collaborate with senior traders and quants while building foundational skills in financial modeling and data visualization. Our Philadelphia office offers mentorship programs, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career growth in one of the nation's financial hubs.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data using SQL and Python to identify trading signals
- Develop automated reports for volatility surfaces and option pricing models
- Support backtesting of options strategies using historical datasets
- Collaborate with traders to refine risk management parameters
- Monitor real-time market data feeds and flag anomalies
- Document analytical methodologies and maintain data dictionaries
- Present findings to cross-functional teams using Tableau/Power BI
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
- 0-2 years of experience with financial data analysis
- Proficiency in SQL and Python (Pandas, NumPy)
- Strong understanding of options pricing fundamentals
- Experience with Excel (VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, PivotTables)
- Familiarity with statistical concepts (regression, time series)
- Ability to communicate complex data clearly to non-technical audiences
- Detail-oriented with problem-solving aptitude