Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Analytics as an Equity Options Data Analyst and drive strategic insights in one of finance's most dynamic sectors. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to transform complex options data into actionable intelligence that shapes our trading strategies. You'll collaborate with quantitative analysts and traders in a fast-paced environment, leveraging cutting-edge tools to uncover market trends and optimize portfolio performance. This role offers unparalleled exposure to real-world derivatives markets and opportunities for professional growth in a leading financial technology firm.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data using SQL, Python, and R to identify pricing anomalies and trading opportunities
- Develop and maintain automated data pipelines for options pricing models and volatility surfaces
- Create interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau/Power BI for trader decision support
- Validate options pricing models against market data and suggest algorithmic improvements
- Collaborate with risk management teams to document option exposures and compliance metrics
- Present complex data insights to executive stakeholders through concise executive summaries
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in options data analysis or quantitative finance
- Expert proficiency in SQL and Python (Pandas, NumPy) with data manipulation libraries
- Strong understanding of Black-Scholes and other options pricing models
- Experience with financial APIs (Bloomberg, Refinitiv) and market data feeds
- Advanced Excel skills with VBA for automation and complex modeling
- Certification in financial data analysis (e.g., CQF, FRM) highly desirable