Job Description
We're seeking a brilliant Equity Options Data Analyst to revolutionize how we interpret market volatility and option pricing in Los Angeles, CA. Join our elite finance team where your analytical prowess will directly impact multi-million dollar trading decisions. This full-time role offers unparalleled growth in a dynamic, data-driven environment.
As our Equity Options Data Analyst, you'll transform complex datasets into actionable intelligence for our trading desks. You'll collaborate with quantitative analysts and portfolio managers to optimize strategies and identify emerging market opportunities. If you thrive at the intersection of finance and data science, this is your moment to excel.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data to identify pricing inefficiencies and arbitrage opportunities
- Develop and maintain statistical models for volatility forecasting and option valuation
- Create real-time dashboards and reports for trading teams using Python and SQL
- Validate and enhance data quality across options pricing platforms
- Collaborate with quants to back-test new trading strategies
- Monitor regulatory changes impacting options markets and update compliance protocols
- Present complex analytical findings to executive stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative field
- 3+ years of experience in equity options data analysis or quantitative trading
- Expert proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and R
- Deep understanding of Black-Scholes model and exotic option structures
- Experience with market data vendors (Bloomberg, Refinitiv) and APIs
- Strong knowledge of options greeks and volatility surfaces
- Advanced Excel skills with VBA implementation
- CFA or FRM designation preferred