Job Description
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Equity Options Data Analyst to join our dedicated weekend support team in Virginia. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of equity options data feeds during off-hours trading sessions, supporting our institutional clients and high-frequency trading strategies.
As a Weekend Shift Analyst, you will act as the guardian of our data quality, bridging the gap between trade execution and settlement. You will work in a fast-paced environment where precision is paramount, requiring a deep understanding of options market mechanics and financial data structures.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, validate, and reconcile equity options market data feeds during weekend sessions and overnight hours to ensure 100% data accuracy.
- Analyze trade settlement data and options expiration records to identify discrepancies or anomalies requiring immediate attention.
- Collaborate with the Trading Desk and Systems Engineering teams to troubleshoot data latency issues affecting weekend operations.
- Generate and distribute comprehensive weekend performance reports, highlighting key metrics such as open interest, volume, and volatility skew.
- Support the reconciliation of complex options derivatives products, including LEAPS, Iron Condors, and Butterfly spreads.
- Maintain detailed documentation of data anomalies and contribute to the continuous improvement of our data quality control protocols.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in data analysis, specifically within the financial services or equity options markets.
- Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation; experience with Python or R is highly desirable.
- Deep understanding of options market mechanics, including Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega) and various option strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively during weekend shifts and flexible off-hour schedules.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills in a high-pressure environment.