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Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to apply for the position of Experienced Data Analyst at Optiver, as advertised on
your website. With my background in data analytics and a passion for the financial markets, I believe I
am an excellent fit for this role. Furthermore, I am particularly drawn to Optiver's values such as
Curiosity, Collaboration & Drive, and its commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive teams.
I am interested in working with Optiver, which offers more opportunities to learn, evolve,
implement, and re-learn. Optiver is known for its diversity, and having grown up and lived in India,
which is as diverse as the entire world, I have developed the ability to quickly adapt to ever-changing
environments by seeking diverse opinions and approaching challenges strategically. Diversity is key to
generating better solutions with broader perspective learnings. I want to help my clients make distinctive,
lasting, and substantial improvements in their performance by contributing my curiosity, which enables
me to identify out-of-the-box problems and creative solutions, as well as my ownership quality, which
guides me in implementing them.

"The mind that opens to a new idea never returns to its original size."
-Albert Einstein
Curiosity, true to its character, has taken me through a myriad of paths, and perhaps that is what
best describes my journey to date and possibly the path ahead. I have always excelled in math and
aptitude since childhood, which helped me secure admission for a STEM undergraduate program at NIT,
Nagpur, a top-tier university in India. I also achieved an exceptional 99.6% score in CAT, a common
admission test for elite business schools in India and scored 750 in my GMAT. My first experience in the
business world was rather humble and constrained. It began with something as simple as helping friends
expand and price their food delivery start-up, which set me on the path of learning how to build analytical
skills and demonstrate leadership abilities. I then realized that I could monetize my work, which led me
to join Capgemini, a technology consultancy, as an Associate Consultant. There, I learned and
implemented the usage of technology in problem-solving. Later, I moved to Games24x7, a casino
product-gaming unicorn, to gain insights into how to anticipate problems and produce various
alternatives in a fast-paced environment. Diverse experiences broaden one’s mindset and help in finding
more alternatives to a given problem.
Upon reviewing the job description, I was thrilled to see the similarities between trading data
analytics and gaming data analytics. Both domains require the ability to extract valuable insights from
vast amounts of data, identify patterns, and make informed decisions based on the analysis. My
experience in the gaming industry has equipped me with the skills to handle terabytes of data, perform in-
depth analysis, and provide actionable recommendations to improve strategies. I believe these skills are
transferable to the challenges faced in quantitative trading, and I am eager to bring my expertise to the
dynamic and fast-paced nature of Optiver.
In conclusion, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my skills and experience as an
Experienced Data Analyst at Optiver. The chance to work in a cutting-edge, tech-driven trading firm that
values innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives is truly compelling. I am confident that my
passion for data analytics, financial markets, and Optiver's values make me a strong candidate for this
position. I welcome the opportunity to discuss my profile in detail.

Sincerely,
Srujan Sudam

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