Job Description
Are you a data-driven professional passionate about the financial markets? We are seeking a talented Equity Options Data Analyst to join our high-performance team in Portland, OR.
Our company specializes in high-frequency trading analytics and market data intelligence. As an Equity Options Analyst, you will be responsible for processing vast amounts of market data to identify trends, manage risk, and drive strategic decision-making. We are currently offering daily pay options for our contract professionals to ensure financial flexibility.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Pay: Top-tier hourly rates with the option for daily pay.
- Flexible Work: Remote-first culture with options for hybrid collaboration in Portland.
- Growth: Work with cutting-edge financial datasets and advanced analytical tools.
Responsibilities
- Collect, clean, and validate large datasets related to equity options, implied volatility, and open interest.
- Develop and maintain complex SQL queries and Python scripts to automate data extraction and reporting processes.
- Create interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau or PowerBI to present market insights to stakeholders.
- Analyze pricing discrepancies and identify arbitrage opportunities in real-time options markets.
- Collaborate with the trading desk to provide actionable data insights and risk assessments.
- Monitor regulatory compliance standards for financial data reporting and ensure data integrity.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in data analysis within the financial sector, specifically focusing on derivatives or equity options.
- Proficiency in SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and scripting languages such as Python or R.
- Strong understanding of financial concepts including Greeks, option pricing models, and market dynamics.
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Looker, or PowerBI).
- Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.