Job Description
Are you a data-driven professional with a passion for financial markets and a deep understanding of equity options? We are looking for a Senior Data Analyst to join our dynamic team in the heart of the Midwest. This role offers the unique opportunity to bridge the gap between complex financial data and actionable business insights.
Based in Chicago, Illinois, with a hybrid model allowing for collaboration in Detroit, MI, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing our trading strategies and risk management frameworks. If you are ready to advance your career in high-stakes finance, apply today.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Work with cutting-edge financial data and proprietary algorithms.
- Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Hybrid work policy combining office presence in Chicago/Detroit.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain advanced SQL queries and Python scripts to extract, clean, and analyze equity options data.
- Collaborate with the quantitative trading desk to identify market trends and anomalies in options pricing.
- Build interactive dashboards using Tableau or PowerBI to visualize complex financial metrics for stakeholders.
- Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to assess risk exposure in volatile market conditions.
- Document data models and processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards in Illinois and Michigan.
- Partner with risk management teams to report on potential market risks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in data analysis, preferably within the financial services or equities sector.
- Proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and Excel (VBA/Advanced formulas).
- Strong understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial models) and market mechanics.
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI) is highly preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.