Job Description
Join our elite finance team as a Weekend Remote Equity Options Data Analyst! This high-impact role combines deep financial expertise with cutting-edge data analytics to drive strategic decision-making in global derivatives markets. Work exclusively on weekends (Sat-Sun) from anywhere in the US while analyzing complex option pricing models, volatility surfaces, and risk metrics. Collaborate with senior traders and quants to optimize trading strategies and enhance portfolio performance. Perfect for data professionals seeking non-traditional schedules without sacrificing career growth.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options pricing models, implied volatilities, and Greeks to identify market inefficiencies
- Develop Python/R scripts for options data cleaning, validation, and backtesting strategies
- Create interactive dashboards (Tableau/Power BI) visualizing option chain dynamics and risk exposures
- Monitor real-time options market data and alert teams to unusual trading patterns
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to refine Black-Scholes and binomial tree models
- Document analytical methodologies and maintain reproducible research workflows
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or Data Science (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years analyzing equity options or derivatives data
- Expertise in Python (Pandas, NumPy) or R with options pricing libraries
- Proficiency in SQL for large-scale financial datasets
- Experience with Tableau/Power BI for financial visualization
- CFA or FRM certification strongly preferred
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts (Sat-Sun)