Jason Quinn
About Jason Quinn
Jason Quinn is a Data Scientist and KDB+ Developer at First Derivatives in London, specializing in monitoring trade data feeds for compliance with UK Financial Conduct Authority regulations. He has a strong academic background in Mathematics, holding a PhD and a B.Sc. from Dublin City University, and has experience in academia and the financial sector.
Work at FD Technologies
Jason Quinn has been employed at First Derivatives as a Data Scientist and KDB+ Developer since 2015. In this role, he has designed business logic to monitor trade data feeds, ensuring compliance with the UK Financial Conduct Authority's Market Abuse Regulations. His responsibilities include liaising with business users to enhance the analysis and logic of monitoring analytics. He has developed infrastructural designs for system dataloaders, backtesting, and real-time analysis frameworks, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of data management processes.
Education and Expertise
Jason Quinn holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mathematics from Dublin City University, which he completed from 2008 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Mathematics from the same institution, graduating in 2008. His academic background includes lecturing in Mathematics and Statistics modules, where he shared his expertise with students. Additionally, he has published research papers focusing on the numerical analysis of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs), showcasing his proficiency in advanced mathematical concepts.
Background
Before his current position, Jason Quinn served as an Assistant Lecturer at Dublin Institute of Technology for 11 months from 2014 to 2015. He also held the role of Director of the Maths Learning Centre at Dublin City University from 2007 to 2014, where he oversaw the academic support for mathematics students. Earlier in his career, he completed an internship at New Ireland Assurance in 2006, gaining practical experience in the financial sector.
Research and Development Contributions
Throughout his career, Jason Quinn has made significant contributions to research and development in the field of mathematics and data science. He has published research papers on the numerical analysis of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs), contributing to the academic community's understanding of complex mathematical problems. His work at First Derivatives involves developing analytical frameworks that enhance the monitoring of trade data, demonstrating his ability to apply mathematical principles to real-world financial scenarios.