Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Equity Options Data Analyst to join our high-performing team in Atlanta, Georgia. This is a part-time opportunity for a driven professional who excels at turning complex market data into clear, actionable business intelligence.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in our quantitative analysis and trading strategy support, ensuring our data models are robust and our reporting is precise.
Responsibilities
- Analyze large datasets of equity options and derivatives to identify market trends, volatility patterns, and arbitrage opportunities.
- Design and maintain SQL databases to support real-time options pricing models and historical backtesting.
- Collaborate with the quantitative research team to develop and refine algorithms that enhance trading performance.
- Generate comprehensive reports and visualizations using Python, Tableau, or Power BI for executive stakeholders.
- Conduct quality assurance checks on data feeds to ensure the highest levels of accuracy and integrity.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas/NumPy), and Excel (VBA).
- Deep understanding of options pricing theory, the Black-Scholes model, and the Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega).
- Experience with financial data APIs (e.g., Bloomberg, Refinitiv, Polygon.io).
- Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a flexible part-time capacity.