Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented data analyst with a passion for the financial markets? Apex Financial Analytics is looking for a skilled professional to join our elite weekend team.
We are seeking an Equity Options Data Analyst to bridge the gap between complex market data and actionable trading insights. While based in Fresno, CA, we offer the unique flexibility to work from anywhere in Texas, catering to our extensive career opportunities in the region.
On the weekend shift, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of our proprietary equity options datasets, performing statistical modeling, and generating reports that drive critical trading decisions.
Responsibilities
- Extract, clean, and structure large-scale equity options datasets from multiple exchanges and market feeds.
- Conduct advanced statistical analysis on implied volatility, open interest, and price action to identify market anomalies.
- Develop and maintain automated Python scripts to streamline data ingestion and reduce manual errors.
- Collaborate with the trading desk to validate data points and provide real-time insights during market open hours.
- Ensure 99.9% data accuracy and compliance with financial reporting standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in data analysis, specifically within the financial or equity options sector.
- Strong proficiency in SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn).
- Deep understanding of options strategies, Greeks, and pricing models (e.g., Black-Scholes).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently during the weekend shift.