Job Description
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Equity Options Data Analyst to join our dynamic financial team in Kansas City, MO. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing vast datasets of equity options to support trading strategies, risk management, and market research. You will act as a bridge between our quantitative traders and the data infrastructure, ensuring accuracy and actionable insights.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Work with cutting-edge financial data and modeling tools.
- Collaborative environment in the heart of Kansas City's financial district.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options data, including volatility surfaces, Greeks, and open interest, to identify market trends and anomalies.
- Develop and maintain complex SQL queries and Python scripts to automate data extraction and reporting processes.
- Create interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau or Power BI to present data findings to the trading floor.
- Collaborate with quantitative researchers to refine pricing models and backtesting strategies.
- Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all reporting systems.
- Monitor regulatory compliance requirements related to equity derivatives reporting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in data analysis, specifically within financial markets or equity derivatives.
- Strong proficiency in SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and Python (Pandas, NumPy).
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
- Deep understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial) and market terminology.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex data insights clearly.