Job Description
Join the Future of Financial Intelligence
Apex Derivatives Analytics is seeking a motivated Entry Level Data Analyst to join our dynamic team in Jacksonville, FL. If you are passionate about financial markets, equity options, and data-driven decision-making, we want to hear from you. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site collaboration in Jacksonville with the flexibility of remote work.
In this position, you will support our quantitative research team by processing complex market data, identifying trends in equity options, and building visualizations that drive strategic trading decisions. We prioritize talent and potential over experience, providing comprehensive training for recent graduates and career changers.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive starting salary and performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible hybrid work schedule (Remote & Jacksonville).
- Career growth in high-frequency trading and quantitative finance.
Responsibilities
- Data Acquisition & Cleaning: Collect, clean, and validate large datasets related to equity options, market volatility, and historical pricing.
- Market Analysis: Assist senior analysts in interpreting market data to identify arbitrage opportunities and risk factors in equity options.
- Visualization: Create interactive dashboards using Tableau or PowerBI to visualize trading patterns and data anomalies for the trading desk.
- Reporting: Generate daily and weekly performance reports summarizing market movements and algorithmic trading efficiency.
- Database Management: Maintain and update internal databases to ensure data integrity and accessibility for the research team.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the IT and Trading departments to optimize data pipelines and reporting tools.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Technical Skills: Basic proficiency in Python, SQL, or Excel; familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI) is a plus.
- Financial Knowledge: Understanding of basic financial concepts and a keen interest in equity options and derivatives markets.
- Analytical Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret complex datasets with attention to detail.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present data findings to non-technical stakeholders.
- Remote Work: Self-motivated individual capable of managing time effectively in a remote or hybrid setting.