Job Description
Join Indianapolis Financial Partners as an Equity Options Data Analyst and drive data-driven decisions in the heart of the Midwest's financial hub. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to transform complex equity options data into actionable insights for our trading and investment teams. You'll collaborate with quantitative analysts and portfolio managers in a fast-paced environment where your work directly impacts market strategy and client outcomes. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a company that values innovation and analytical excellence.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret equity options market data to identify trading opportunities and risk exposures
- Develop automated reporting dashboards using SQL, Python, and visualization tools
- Monitor options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial) and validate market data integrity
- Collaborate with traders to analyze volatility surfaces and implied skew patterns
- Support quantitative research by cleaning and structuring large datasets
- Document methodologies and maintain data quality standards for compliance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
- 3+ years of experience analyzing equity derivatives data
- Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python (Pandas, NumPy)
- Strong understanding of options pricing concepts and market microstructure
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements (SEC, FINRA) for options reporting
- Ability to communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders