Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Analytics as an Equity Options Data Analyst on our weekend shift team! This full-time role combines deep financial market expertise with advanced data analytics to drive strategic insights for our trading operations. Located in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District, you'll process complex equity options data while collaborating with top-tier quantitative analysts and traders. This position offers a unique opportunity to work during market-critical weekend hours while enjoying competitive compensation and professional growth.
We're also hiring for this role in New York! If you're based in NYC, apply directly to our Manhattan office.
Responsibilities
- Analyze high-frequency equity options data to identify market trends and pricing anomalies
- Develop SQL/Python scripts for automated data extraction and preprocessing
- Create interactive Tableau dashboards for real-time options risk monitoring
- Collaborate with traders to refine options pricing models and volatility surfaces
- Validate data integrity across multiple financial data feeds (Bloomberg, Reuters)
- Document analytical methodologies and maintain data quality standards
- Present findings to cross-functional teams during weekend trading sessions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, or related quantitative field
- 3+ years experience in financial data analysis, preferably with equity derivatives
- Expert proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and data visualization tools
- Strong understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial)
- Experience working with financial APIs and market data vendors
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts (Sat/Sun 6AM-2PM PST)
- Knowledge of SEC regulations and exchange-listed options markets