Job Description
We're seeking an Equity Options Data Analyst to join our dynamic finance team in Virginia Beach, VA. This is an immediate hire opportunity for a full-time position where you'll leverage data to drive strategic decisions in options trading. You'll analyze complex datasets, develop predictive models, and collaborate with traders to optimize portfolio performance. Our cutting-edge platform processes 10M+ daily transactions, offering unparalleled exposure to real-world options markets.
Join a team that values intellectual curiosity and data-driven innovation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities in one of America's fastest-growing financial hubs. Immediate start date available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data to identify pricing inefficiencies and trading opportunities
- Develop and maintain quantitative models for options pricing and risk assessment
- Create automated dashboards and reports for traders and portfolio managers
- Collaborate with quants to backtest options strategies using historical data
- Monitor market volatility and its impact on options positions
- Ensure data integrity across multiple trading platforms
- Present findings to senior stakeholders using visualization tools
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in options trading data analysis
- Expert proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and R
- Deep understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial)
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Knowledge of options Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Vega, Theta)
- Certification (CFA, FRM) or advanced degree preferred