Market Data Analyst

We are looking for a junior Market Data Analyst with technical expertise in market data analysis, data vendor management, external data acquisition and market data compliance.  This role will focus on overseeing Shanghai based market data projects, from acquisition and integration of external data sets to vendor relationship management and ensuring compliance with exchange policies.

As part of our global market data team, you will collaborate with colleagues across multiple offices to collectively manage Optiver's comprehensive global market data footprint. This role is critical in driving the effective use of market data to support trading strategies and ensure alignment with our broader organizational goals.

Who we are:

Since its establishment in 2012, our Shanghai office is a rapidly growing participant in the Chinese markets, trading exchange-listed futures, options and equities in China mainland. Our vision is to become the trusted partner in the development of Chinese financial markets. With the culture of a start-up but the backing of a 35+ year-old trading firm, the Optiver Shanghai office is truly unique. Everyone who joins us will help shape the future of our company and its global impact. Get ready: we are only just beginning.

What you’ll do:

• Execute and complete market data-related projects in alignment with the company’s goals.
• Liaise regularly with internal stakeholders, including trading, compliance, and IT teams (both locally and globally), to ensure smooth integration of market data practices and strategy
• Ensure that market data practices align with compliance standards and monitor data usage to adhere to both regulatory and company policies.
• Deliver market data solutions and recommendations to support business operations and trading activities.
• Ensure that data usage complies with relevant policies and contributes to cost-effective and risk-managed market data practices.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external data vendors
• Reviewing relevant contractual obligations and liaising with Legal, Compliance and other relevant teams to ensure data usage risk is mitigated

Who you are:

• 3+ years of relevant market data operational experience including data sourcing, inventory managementand user management.
• Knowledge of Chinese exchanges and processes
• Market data analysis and financial markets skills, particularly in use cases related to utilization of market data within trading firms.
• Understanding of market data management practices and platforms.
• Some knowledge in high-frequency trading systems and their technical integration with market data is advantageous.
• Experience in managing external data vendor relationships, ensuring optimal service delivery.
• Competence in handling data compliance considerations, particularly regarding adherence to exchange policies and other regulatory requirements.
• Fluent in English

What you’ll get:

• A performance-based bonus structure unmatched anywhere in the industry. We combine our profits across desks, teams and offices into a global profit pool, fostering a truly collaborative environment.

• The chance to work alongside diverse and intelligent peers in a rewarding environment.

• Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities.

• Daily breakfast, lunch and snacks.

• Gym membership, sports and leisure activities, plus weekly in-house chair massages

• Regular social events, clubs and Friday afternoon drinks.

At Optiver, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Optiver recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.