Job Description
We are seeking a highly analytical Equity Options Data Analyst to join our dynamic team in Dallas, Texas. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in financial markets to extract actionable insights from complex options trading data, directly supporting our trading desk and risk management teams. This is an Immediate Hire opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
As a key player in our analytics division, you will be responsible for maintaining data integrity, developing pricing models, and generating real-time reports that drive strategic decision-making. If you have a passion for options strategies and possess strong technical skills, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Collect, clean, and interpret large volumes of equity options market data from multiple exchanges.
- Develop and maintain advanced SQL queries and Python scripts to automate data extraction and reporting processes.
- Collaborate with quantitative researchers to refine pricing models and assess market volatility.
- Monitor open interest and volume trends to identify potential trading opportunities and risks.
- Create interactive dashboards and visualizations to communicate complex data findings to stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with data governance policies and regulatory reporting standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial data analysis, specifically within the equity options space.
- Proficiency in SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and Python (Pandas, NumPy) for data manipulation.
- Strong understanding of options pricing theory (Black-Scholes, Binomial models) and Greeks.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical teams.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.