Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a part-time Equity Options Data Analyst, driving insights from complex derivatives data. This remote role offers flexibility while working with cutting-edge platforms to analyze option pricing models, volatility surfaces, and market trends. Collaborate with traders and quantitative researchers to optimize strategies and support risk management initiatives. Ideal for finance professionals seeking impactful remote work with competitive compensation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options data using SQL, Python, and R to identify pricing anomalies and market opportunities
- Develop and maintain automated data pipelines for real-time options market feeds
- Perform statistical modeling and backtesting of option strategies using historical data
- Generate actionable reports on volatility skew, term structure, and implied probabilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance trading algorithms and risk models
- Monitor regulatory changes impacting derivatives markets and update compliance frameworks
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
- 3+ years experience with equity derivatives data analysis
- Proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy) and SQL for data manipulation
- Strong understanding of Black-Scholes model and option pricing fundamentals
- Experience with financial APIs (Bloomberg, Refinitiv) and market data platforms
- Advanced Excel skills with VBA for automation
- CFA or FRM designation preferred