Job Description
Join our dynamic team at Quantum Financial Analytics as an Equity Options Data Analyst. This immediate hire opportunity in Tucson, AZ offers a chance to drive strategic insights in the fast-paced derivatives market. You'll leverage cutting-edge analytics to decode complex equity options data, directly impacting our trading strategies and client solutions. Work alongside industry experts in a collaborative environment that values innovation and precision.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data to identify pricing anomalies and arbitrage opportunities
- Develop and maintain automated data pipelines for real-time options pricing models
- Collaborate with traders to translate market insights into actionable trading strategies
- Produce comprehensive reports on options volatility surfaces and risk exposures
- Optimize data collection processes using SQL and Python for enhanced accuracy
- Support back-testing of derivatives strategies using historical market data
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in equity options data analysis or quantitative finance
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and R
- Deep understanding of Black-Scholes model and options pricing theory
- Experience with market data platforms (Bloomberg, Refinitiv) or APIs
- Certification in derivatives analysis (e.g., CFA, FRM) preferred
- Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail