Junior Options Trading Analyst

india, Telangana, Hyderabad

Contractor

Posted on: 8 days ago

A results-driven and detail-oriented Junior Options Trading Analyst passionate about derivatives, volatility, and market microstructure. Brings a strong foundation in financial modeling, options pricing, and data-driven trading strategies. Skilled in analyzing market trends, tracking implied volatility, and identifying high-probability setups across equities and index options.

Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-intensity trading environments with exposure to both directional and non-directional options strategies — including credit spreads, iron condors, covered positions, and volatility crush plays.

Combines analytical curiosity with disciplined execution — contributing to pre-trade analytics, trade journaling, and post-trade performance reviews. Eager to grow under mentorship, expand quantitative skills, and develop proprietary trading insights within a collaborative desk environment.

Core Competencies
  • Options strategy modeling (credit/debit spreads, straddles, strangles, covered strategies)
  • Volatility and Greek analysis (Delta/Gamma/Vega/Theta interpretation)
  • Pre- and post-earnings trade preparation
  • Real-time trade execution and journaling discipline
  • Market scanning and sector rotation tracking
  • Excel/Python-based trade performance analytics

  • Ideal Candidate Profile (for hiring brief)
  • 0–2 years of trading or market research exposure
  • Finance, Economics, or STEM background preferred
  • Familiar with Thinkorswim, TradingView, or options analytics tools
  • Strong interest in systematic or volatility-based trading
  • Calm under pressure, quick learner, thrives in data-rich environments

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: ₹233,042.38 - ₹692,083.24 per year

Work Location: In person