Full-Time

Database Administrator

Dba

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OptionMetrics

OptionMetrics

51-200 employees

Provides historical stock option volatility data

Quantitative Finance
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$100k - $175kAnnually

Mid

Miami, FL, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

This position can be hybrid, working out of our NYC or Miami office.

Category
Data Management
Data Engineering
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Git
SQL
Postgres
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on MSSQL and PostgreSQL databases.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL query optimization and performance tuning.
  • Expertise in designing and maintaining complex stored procedures, triggers, and views.
  • Experience in the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of PostgreSQL databases.
  • Understanding and practical experience with Amazon AWS services, such as EC2, RDS, and S3.
  • Familiarity with Git/GitHub for version control and collaborative development.
  • Knowledge of database security principles and best practices.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders.
  • Relevant certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or PostgreSQL Certified Professional.
Responsibilities
  • Manage and administer MSSQL and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring their stability, availability, and performance.
  • Develop and optimize SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data efficiently, improving system performance and response times.
  • Design and maintain complex stored procedures, triggers, and views to meet business requirements, ensuring data consistency and integrity.
  • Install, configure, and monitor PostgreSQL databases, addressing any issues or errors that arise.
  • Implement and maintain database security measures, including user access controls, authentication mechanisms, and data encryption.
  • Develop and execute backup and recovery strategies, minimizing the risk of data loss and ensuring business continuity.
  • Utilize Amazon AWS services, such as EC2 and RDS, for database deployments, monitoring, and scaling to meet business demands.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and system administrators, to troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues promptly.
  • Utilize Git/GitHub for version control and collaborative development, ensuring proper code management and team coordination.
  • Assist in data warehouse design and implementation, including ETL processes and reporting requirements.
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements and best practices in MSSQL, PostgreSQL, Amazon AWS, and related technologies.

OptionMetrics provides historical stock option volatility data for financial institutions, hedge funds, asset managers, and academic researchers. Its main product, IvyDB, includes end-of-day prices for options, implied volatilities, and greeks, which help users evaluate risk models and test trading strategies. The company differentiates itself by offering specialized datasets like IvyDB Signed Volume, which tracks daily trading volumes to provide insights into market activity. OptionMetrics aims to be a vital resource for financial professionals needing accurate options data for trading and research.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1999

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • OptionMetrics' continuous product enhancements, such as IvyDB US 6.0 and IvyDB ETF 4.0, demonstrate a commitment to innovation and maintaining industry leadership.
  • The integration of AI into the Woodseer Dividend Forecast Data platform significantly improves efficiency and accuracy, providing a competitive edge.
  • Sponsorship and exhibition at high-profile events like Quant Strats 2024 highlight OptionMetrics' influence and thought leadership in the financial analytics space.

What critics are saying

  • The financial data and analytics market is highly competitive, requiring OptionMetrics to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Dependence on subscription-based revenue could be vulnerable to economic downturns affecting clients' budgets.

What makes OptionMetrics unique

  • OptionMetrics' IvyDB products offer unparalleled historical options data, setting industry standards since 2002, unlike competitors with less comprehensive datasets.
  • The company's proprietary methodologies for implied volatility and borrow cost calculations provide more accurate and reliable data than traditional models.
  • OptionMetrics' specialized datasets, like IvyDB Signed Volume, offer unique insights into market order flows, distinguishing it from other financial data providers.

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Benefits

PTO: Vacation, Personal, Sick days, Holidays

Pre-tax commuter benefits

401(k)

Full medical and dental insurance coverage