Data Analyst, Exploration

DRW

Posted 18 days ago

Full Time

Chicago, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

You will analyze and profile new datasets while managing data quality metrics across completeness, validity, and accuracy. Additionally, you will curate data catalog entries and facilitate communication between research teams and external data vendors.

Qualifications

You have 1-2 years of relevant experience and strong foundational knowledge of financial instruments and market data symbology. You are proficient with SQL and Python for exploratory data analysis and can clearly explain complex data findings.

Must Have Skills for ATS

SQL

Python

PySpark

pandas

numpy

Jupyter Notebooks

Git

Apache Airflow

Bloomberg Terminal

AWS Athena

Amazon S3

Linux

Bash scripting

Job Description

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

As a Data Analyst, Exploration you will play an integral role in all operational aspects of onboarding, managing and maintaining various datasets used by traders and quantitative researchers. You will work closely with a variety of stakeholders, including data strategists and data engineers, as well as teams across technology, operations, research, and risk management. You should be comfortable investigating complex data issues in a fast-paced environment. 

What you will do in this role: 

  • Analyze new datasets to profile their content, identify collection and storage requirements for data engineering teams and proactively surface insights about the datasets for data strategists and front-office stakeholders
  • Collect metrics and analyze datasets across different dimensions of data quality including completeness, validity, accuracy, timeliness, and consistency
  • Curate data catalog entries to ensure our research data assets are accurately represented and easily discoverable
  • Engage with global front office research teams to support datasets throughout their lifecycle, addressing content inquiries and managing communications with external data vendors
  • Monitor and resolve production data issues while engaging key stakeholders across multiple teams and facilitating global support
  • Assist the wider team by identifying opportunities to improve existing datasets and data management processes  

What you will need in this role: 

  • 1-2 years of relevant experience
  • Strong foundational knowledge of financial instruments and market data symbology, with an interest in developing further expertise in these areas
  • Proficiency with SQL and Python for exploratory data analysis (PySpark, pandas, numpy, Jupyter Notebooks)
  • Ability to document and clearly explain complex data analysis findings
  • Exceptional attention to detail and effective communication skills
  • Ability to think both independently and collaboratively 

Additional skills or experience which enhance consideration for this role: 

  • Experience with cloud services such as AWS Athena and Amazon S3
  • Familiarity with Linux and basic Bash scripting skills
  • Experience with version control tools such as Git
  • Good understanding of data management and data quality principles, with experience developing data quality checks or reports
  • Prior experience using the Bloomberg Terminal
  • Experience with Apache Airflow or similar tools  

The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

For more information about DRW's processing activities and our use of job applicants' data, please view our Privacy Notice at https://drw.com/privacy-notice.

California residents, please review the California Privacy Notice for information about certain legal rights at https://drw.com/california-privacy-notice.

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DRW

At DRW, we identify and capture trading and investment opportunities globally. What sets us apart is our diversified approach—trading across many asset classes and instruments, in markets around the world, with horizons from seconds to years. We succeed by leveraging technology, research and risk management. We offer the best of both worlds: the opportunity and spirit of a startup and the benefits and stability of an established, experienced firm. Our employees work hard to solve interesting problems, and their results are rewarded. We value continuous learning—from our outcomes, from the environment and from each other. It’s a place of high expectations, deep curiosity, and constant collaboration, with some of the smartest, most passionate people you’ll meet. // Chez DRW, nous identifions et saisissons les opportunités de négociation et d'investissement au niveau mondial. Ce qui nous différencie, c'est notre approche diversifiée : nous négocions sur de nombreuses classes d'actifs et d'instruments, sur des marchés du monde entier, avec des horizons allant de quelques secondes à plusieurs années. Nous réussissons en nous appuyant sur la technologie, la recherche et la gestion des risques. Nous offrons le meilleur des deux mondes: les opportunités et l'ésprit d’une entreprise en démarrage, et les avantages et la stabilité d'une entreprise établie et expérimentée. Nos employés travaillent dur pour résoudre des problèmes intéressants et leurs résultats sont récompensés. Nous valorisons l'apprentissage continu – de nos résultats, de l’environnement et de chacun de nous. C’est un lieu où les attentes sont élevées, la curiosité est profonde et la collaboration est constante, et où l’on retrouve quelques-uns des individus les plus intelligents et les plus passionnés que vous puissiez rencontrer.
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