Job Description
Join Quantitative Insights Group as a remote Equity Options Data Analyst and drive strategic financial decisions through advanced data analysis. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to decode complex options markets and support our clients' trading strategies. Enjoy flexible remote work while collaborating with top-tier financial analysts and leveraging cutting-edge technology platforms. What You'll Love: Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to impact high-stakes financial markets. Our Culture: We champion innovation, continuous learning, and work-life balance. Why Apply? Shape the future of options trading with your analytical expertise while enjoying the flexibility of remote work across Denver or Illinois.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data using SQL, Python, and R to identify trading opportunities
- Develop and maintain automated data pipelines for real-time options pricing models
- Collaborate with traders to interpret market volatility and risk metrics
- Create interactive dashboards using Tableau/Power BI for options performance tracking
- Conduct backtesting of options strategies using historical market data
- Document data methodologies and ensure regulatory compliance (SEC/FINRA)
- Present complex analytics to cross-functional stakeholders in clear, actionable formats
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in equity options data analysis or quantitative finance
- Expert proficiency in SQL and Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn)
- Strong understanding of Black-Scholes model and options Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega)
- Experience with market data vendors (Bloomberg, Refinitiv, or similar)
- Proven track record of building financial models and backtesting frameworks
- Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complex analytics
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements for derivatives trading