Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Analytics as our Equity Options Data Analyst and become the driving force behind our financial intelligence operations. We're seeking a data-savvy professional to decode complex equity options data and transform it into strategic gold for our investment teams. In this pivotal role, you'll work at the intersection of finance and technology, leveraging cutting-edge analytics to shape our trading strategies. Our Fresno hub offers collaborative workspace, competitive compensation, and direct impact on multi-million dollar decisions. If you thrive in fast-paced financial environments and possess an analytical mindset, this is your opportunity to accelerate your career in the heart of California's Central Valley.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret equity options market data to identify pricing anomalies and trading opportunities
- Develop and maintain automated data pipelines for real-time options market surveillance
- Create sophisticated financial models to evaluate option pricing strategies and risk exposures
- Collaborate with portfolio managers to translate data insights into actionable trading recommendations
- Design and implement performance metrics for options strategies using Python/R
- Present complex financial analyses through interactive dashboards and executive reports
- Stay current with regulatory changes in derivatives markets and ensure compliance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative field
- 3+ years of experience in options market data analysis or quantitative finance
- Expert proficiency in SQL and at least one scripting language (Python/R)
- Strong understanding of Black-Scholes model and exotic option pricing methodologies
- Experience with financial APIs (Bloomberg, Refinitiv, or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills with VBA and Power Query capabilities
- Certifications in financial data analysis (CQF, FRM, or equivalent) preferred
- Proven track record of delivering data-driven solutions in finance