Job Description
Join our dynamic night shift team as an Equity Options Data Analyst at Quantum Financial Solutions. This critical role demands precision in analyzing complex derivatives data to drive strategic trading decisions. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, transforming raw market data into actionable insights that empower our trading desks. Our Columbus office offers a collaborative culture with cutting-edge tools and opportunities for career growth in the financial technology sector.
Responsibilities
- Analyze real-time equity options data to identify market trends and arbitrage opportunities
- Develop automated data pipelines for options pricing models and risk assessment tools
- Collaborate with traders to interpret complex derivatives data and support strategic execution
- Generate daily/weekly reports on volatility surfaces, implied correlations, and skew patterns
- Validate data integrity across multiple sources including exchanges and OTC platforms
- Optimize SQL queries for large-scale financial datasets using PostgreSQL and Oracle
- Document data methodologies and maintain compliance with SEC/FINRA regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in financial data analysis with options derivatives exposure
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas/NumPy), and R for quantitative analysis
- Deep understanding of Black-Scholes models, binomial trees, and volatility surfaces
- Experience with options pricing platforms (Bloomberg, QuantLib, or similar)
- Strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure trading environments
- Ability to work independently during night shifts with minimal supervision
- FINRA Series 7/63 licenses (or willingness to obtain within 90 days)