Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Analytics as an Equity Options Data Analyst and transform complex financial data into actionable insights. This contract role offers weekly pay and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge market intelligence tools in a dynamic finance environment. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting our trading desk with real-time analytics and risk modeling for equity derivatives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data to identify trends, volatility patterns, and arbitrage opportunities
- Develop and maintain automated data pipelines using SQL and Python for real-time market feeds
- Generate daily/weekly risk reports and P&L analytics for option portfolios
- Collaborate with traders to refine pricing models and hedging strategies
- Monitor market events and regulatory changes affecting equity derivatives
- Present complex data insights through interactive dashboards and visualizations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, or Data Science (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in equity options data analysis or quantitative finance
- Proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI)
- Deep understanding of Black-Scholes model, Greeks, and option pricing strategies
- Experience with market data platforms (Bloomberg, Refinitiv, or similar)
- Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail in high-pressure environments