Job Description
Join our cutting-edge financial analytics team as an Equity Options Data Analyst in San Jose! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to transform complex market data into actionable insights with immediate compensation. Enjoy flexible schedules and daily payments while working with industry-leading tools in a dynamic environment. This contract role offers unparalleled exposure to derivative markets and algorithmic trading strategies.
Why Apply? • Competitive daily pay with weekly settlements • Remote-friendly hybrid work model • Opportunity to work with Fortune 500 financial partners • Mentorship from senior quants and market analysts • Contract-to-hire potential available
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data using SQL, Python, and R to identify trading signals
- Build and maintain automated data pipelines for real-time market feeds
- Develop statistical models to price options and assess risk exposure
- Collaborate with trading teams to optimize execution strategies
- Create interactive dashboards using Tableau/Power BI for stakeholder reporting
- Monitor market volatility and correlate with macroeconomic indicators
- Document methodologies and ensure regulatory compliance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience in options market data analysis
- Proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy) and SQL
- Strong understanding of Black-Scholes and binomial pricing models
- Experience with financial APIs (Bloomberg, Refinitiv) or market data feeds
- Advanced Excel skills with VBA macros
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) for data processing
- Ability to work under tight deadlines in fast-paced markets