Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented data analyst with a passion for the financial markets? Apex Trading Solutions is seeking a skilled Equity Options Data Analyst to join our night shift operations team in Fresno, California. In this pivotal role, you will analyze complex equity options datasets to support our trading desks and risk management strategies. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy uncovering insights from data, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Night Shift Advantage: Enjoy a quieter work environment and reduced distractions during your shift.
- Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive salary with performance bonuses.
- Modern Tools: Work with the latest financial software and analytics platforms.
We are looking for a candidate who can bridge the gap between raw data and actionable financial intelligence.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze real-time equity options data flows to identify market trends and anomalies.
- Perform data cleaning and normalization to ensure high-quality datasets for reporting.
- Develop and maintain SQL queries and Python scripts to automate data extraction and reporting processes.
- Collaborate with traders and risk managers to provide timely insights on volatility and liquidity.
- Generate comprehensive daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.
- Ensure data integrity across all systems during night-time processing cycles.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in data analysis, specifically within financial markets or equity options.
- Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
- Familiarity with options pricing models (Black-Scholes) is a plus.
- Ability to work effectively during night shifts (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM or similar).
- Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.