Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented data professional looking to specialize in the fast-paced world of equity options?
Apex Market Intelligence is seeking a highly skilled Data Analyst to join our elite Minneapolis team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing real-time options flow, identifying market anomalies, and supporting our trading floor operations during high-volume night shifts.
We offer a competitive compensation package, a robust benefits package, and the unique opportunity to work in a 24/7 market environment with significant equity growth potential.
Responsibilities
- Monitor Options Flow: Analyze high-volume equity options data streams during night shifts to identify trends, volume spikes, and potential arbitrage opportunities.
- Market Surveillance: Detect and report unusual trading patterns or potential market manipulation to the compliance team in real-time.
- Data Modeling: Develop and maintain complex SQL queries and Python scripts to automate data extraction and reporting processes.
- Performance Reporting: Generate detailed daily and weekly performance reports for senior management, highlighting key metrics and anomalies.
- Collaboration: Partner with quantitative researchers and trading desk analysts to refine data models and improve execution strategies.
- System Maintenance: Ensure data integrity across all internal systems and databases by performing regular audits and cleanups.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL (advanced), Python (Pandas, NumPy), and experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI).
- Domain Knowledge: Strong understanding of equity options, derivatives pricing, and market microstructure.
- Shift Availability: Must be willing and able to work rotating night shifts (e.g., 10 PM - 6 AM) to support US market operations.
- Analytical Mindset: Exceptional ability to interpret complex datasets and translate them into actionable business insights.