Trading Analytics Specialist, Options

IEX Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Unlimited PTO

100% coverage for medical, dental, and

Job summary

IEX Group is seeking a Trading Analytics Specialist- Options to join our Analytics team in New York. You will analyze options market structure, develop insights from trading data, and present findings to clients and internal stakeholders.

You will work closely with members across Product, Technology, and Regulatory teams, bringing strong data analysis, programming skills, and a collaborative mindset to a fast-paced environment. This role requires flexibility to onsite and on-call readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience on an electronic options trading desk
• Deep understanding of electronic options trading and market structure
• Experience presenting complex data to clients clearly
• Proficient with SQL, Python or similar data analysis languages
• Interest in data visualization and analytics

Responsibilities

• Deeply analyze market structure trends at venue and market-wide levels
• Develop expertise with IEX technology, trading functionality and data
• Present analyses to clients and internal stakeholders in clear reports
• Drive business by providing analytical insights to product and business teams
• Participate in IEX product development and business initiatives
• Collaborate with internal teams across Technology, Product, Development, QA, Sales, Quantitative Research, Compliance and Regulation

Skills

Data analysis

US options market knowledge

Communication skills

Team player

Problem solving

Fast learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Series 7/57/63 within 90 days

Tools

SQL

Python

Kdb

Job description

Trading Analytics Specialist- Options

Location: New York, NY (3 days per week onsite)

About IEX:

IEX (IEX Group, Inc.) is an exchange operator and technology company dedicated toinnovating forperformance in capital markets. Founded in 2012, IEX launched a new kind of securities exchange in 2016 that combines a transparent business model and unique architecture designed to protect investors. Today, IEX applies its proprietary technology and experience to drive performance across asset classes, serve investors, and advocate for transparent and competitive markets.

Role Overview:

IEX is looking for a driven, motivated candidate to join our Analytics teamwith a focus on options. You will have familiarity with the mechanics ofUSelectronicoptionstrading and data analysis. You willdemonstratethe composure and aptituderequiredto work effectively in a dynamic, high-pressureand fast-paced business environment.
This position is best suited for a highly collaborative, team-oriented individual who is passionate about electronic trading and working with data. You’llwork directly with IEX Member firms to expand access and understanding of the IEX market as well as cross functionally with IEX’s business development, product, technology, and regulatory teams.

ABOUT YOU:

• Expertisein data analysis related to electronic trading and execution research
• A solid understanding of US listed options market microstructure
• Exceptional problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Superlative attention to detail –you’reable to hold all the details in your mind while still focusing on the most important aspects of the problem
• Fast and non-stop learner who is open-minded and able to quicklyacquirenew concepts and ideas and continue to compound that learning over time
• Teamplayerwhoiswilling to do the dirty work and put the team above themselves. You demand excellence of yourself and others butdon’ttake yourself too seriously
• Availability and commitment to accommodate a flexible work schedule and an on-call environment
• Gritty

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Deeply analyze market structure trends both at the IEX venue-level and market-wide
• Developexpertisewith IEX technology systems, trading functionality, ordertypesand market data
• Present analyses to external clients and internal stakeholders in clear, polished presentations and reports
• Drive business byprovidinganalytical insights to product development and business development teams
• Participation in general IEX product development and business development initiatives
• Collaborate with internal teams at IEX – including Technology Operations, Product Management, Development, Quality Assurance, Sales, Quantitative Research, Compliance, and Regulation

YOUR BACKGROUND:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience on an electronicoptionstrading desk, direct product / quant exposure is a plus
• Deep understanding of electronicoptionstrading, trading systems, andoptionsmarket structure, ideally at the level of the venue and orders routed to venue.
• Experience presenting complex data findings to clients with a range of technical understanding in a clear, easy-to-understand way
• Eagerness to work in a collaborative team environment where you can make a meaningful contribution with your work
• Experience working with complex data sets, scripting languages likekdb, SQL or Python
• Experience presenting research and analysis to clients that drives changes to trading strategies
• Interested in data visualization and analytics
• Ability toacquireSeries 7, 57 and Series 63 certifications within90 daysof hiring

NICE TO HAVES:

• Familiarity withdifferent waysof measuring execution quality at the parent order or venue level
• Knowledge of micro-market structure, order types, and order book behavior
• Familiarity with the listed equity options market
• Existing customer relationships within US equity electronic trading

Why you should apply:

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Unlimited PTO
• 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision
• New hire stock equity (RSUs)
• 401K employer match
• OneMedicalmembership
• 16 weekspaid parental leave
• Flexible workplace
• Employer charity match
• Learning stipend
• Commuter benefits
• Jump Start onboarding program
• Internal mentor program cross-departmentally
• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting annual base pay is between $180,000 and $200,000 for this NY-based position. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The annual base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for bonus and equity.

Here at IEX, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. This policy not only complies with all applicable laws and protects workers’ rights but is vital to IEX’s overall mission and values.

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