Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Quantum Financial Analytics as an Entry-Level Equity Options Data Analyst. This is a unique opportunity to launch your career in quantitative finance while working with cutting-edge market data. You'll analyze equity options trends, build predictive models, and support our trading desk with actionable insights. We offer comprehensive training, mentorship from industry experts, and a collaborative environment focused on professional growth. Ideal for recent graduates with a passion for financial markets and data science.
Responsibilities
- Collect, clean, and analyze equity options market data using SQL and Python
- Monitor volatility surfaces and pricing discrepancies across multiple exchanges
- Develop automated reports for options trading strategies and risk metrics
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to backtest option pricing models
- Support regulatory compliance by ensuring data accuracy and audit trails
- Present findings to senior traders and portfolio managers using visualization tools
- Stay updated on market events impacting equity options pricing
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, or related field
- 0-2 years of experience with financial data analysis or internships
- Proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and Excel
- Basic understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial)
- Familiarity with market data vendors (Bloomberg, Refinitiv) or APIs
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work in fast-paced financial environments
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities