Financial Data Analyst

Position Summary

We are a quantitative investment firm applying data science, technology, and rigorous research to identify inefficiencies across global markets. Our approach combines systematic methods with deep domain expertise to extract signal from complex and often unstructured datasets.

We are seeking a Financial Data Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will focus on sourcing, structuring, and analyzing financial and alternative datasets, transforming raw information into high-quality, research-ready data that underpins our investment process.

The role sits at the intersection of data engineering, financial analysis, and quantitative research. You will work closely with researchers and engineers to build robust data pipelines, develop analytical tools, and ensure the integrity and usability of datasets across the firm.

This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy working with large datasets, building scalable data solutions, and contributing directly to a research-driven investment platform.

Responsibilities

  • Source, clean, and maintain financial and alternative datasets across equities, macro, crypto, and prediction markets

  • Design and build robust data pipelines and workflows to ensure data quality, consistency, and accessibility

  • Transform raw data into structured, analysis-ready formats for use by research and trading teams

  • Conduct exploratory data analysis to identify patterns, anomalies, and potential signals

  • Partner with quantitative researchers to develop and refine datasets used in models and strategies

  • Monitor data integrity and implement processes for validation, anomaly detection, and ongoing quality control

  • Integrate third-party data sources, APIs, and proprietary datasets into internal systems

  • Develop tools and dashboards to support internal research, monitoring, and decision-making

  • Document datasets, methodologies, and workflows to support transparency and scalability

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in data analysis, financial data, quantitative research, or related roles preferred

  • Strong proficiency in SQL.

  • Familiarity with financial markets and datasets (e.g., equities, macro, crypto, or derivatives)

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Collaborative mindset and ability to work closely with researchers and engineers

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation and discretionary performance bonus

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits

  • Generous vacation and flexible time off policies

  • Support for professional development including conferences, training, and continued education

  • A collaborative, data-driven environment at the intersection of finance and technology

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

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