Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Equity Options Data Analyst to join our dynamic team in Austin, Texas. In this role, you will be instrumental in interpreting complex market data, specifically focusing on equity options and derivatives. You will support our trading floor and risk management teams by providing actionable insights derived from large-scale datasets.
If you have a passion for financial markets and possess strong technical skills, we want to hear from you. This position offers a flexible schedule with the opportunity to work directly on high-impact financial projects.
Why Join Us?
- Work with cutting-edge financial data.
- Flexible part-time schedule to accommodate your lifestyle.
- Competitive hourly rate in the heart of Austin's tech and finance scene.
Responsibilities
- Collect, clean, and validate large datasets related to equity options trading, including open interest, volume, and implied volatility.
- Develop and maintain SQL queries and Python scripts to automate data extraction and reporting processes.
- Design interactive dashboards and visualizations to track market trends and option pricing anomalies.
- Collaborate with senior traders to identify patterns and anomalies in options pricing models.
- Prepare weekly and monthly analytical reports summarizing market movements and risk exposure.
- Ensure data integrity and compliance with internal financial reporting standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in data analysis, preferably within the financial services or equity options sector.
- Proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy) and SQL for data manipulation and analysis.
- Strong understanding of financial derivatives, options strategies, and market mechanics.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, or D3.js.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.