Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Data Analyst specializing in equity options trading analytics. This urgent opening requires a sharp analytical mind to transform complex financial data into actionable insights. You'll work directly with traders and portfolio managers to optimize strategies using cutting-edge tools and methodologies. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow in one of Wichita's fastest-growing financial sectors.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data to identify trading opportunities and risk exposures
- Develop and maintain automated reporting dashboards for real-time performance metrics
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to backtest option pricing models
- Present findings to senior leadership through visualized data narratives
- Monitor market volatility and correlation patterns affecting options portfolios
- Streamline data pipelines using SQL and Python for enhanced efficiency
- Support compliance reporting for regulatory requirements in derivatives trading
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in financial data analysis with equity derivatives focus
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI)
- Deep understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial)
- Experience handling large datasets from financial APIs and market data vendors
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to communicate complex insights
- Familiarity with risk management frameworks in derivatives trading