Matthew Johnston
About Matthew Johnston
Matthew Johnston is a Data Scientist with extensive experience in market surveillance and resource management. He has worked at First Derivatives and Kx Systems since 2015, leading projects and developing systems to monitor trading practices.
Work at First Derivatives
Matthew Johnston has been employed at First Derivatives as a Data Scientist since 2015. Over his nine years in this role, he has contributed to various projects, including leading the development of a market surveillance system. This system is designed to monitor and identify potential manipulative or illegal trading practices, showcasing his expertise in data analysis and compliance within the financial sector.
Current Role at Kx Systems
In addition to his position at First Derivatives, Matthew Johnston has also worked at Kx Systems as a kdb+ Developer since 2015. In this role, he has developed an extensive instrumentation and monitoring system as part of his consulting responsibilities. His work focuses on enhancing data management and analytics capabilities for clients, further demonstrating his proficiency in data science and software development.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Johnston studied at Queen's University Belfast, where he earned a Master of Science (MS) degree in Physics from 2010 to 2014. His educational background in physics provides a strong foundation for his analytical skills and technical expertise in data science and software development.
Team Management Experience
Matthew Johnston has experience in managing and allocating resources for teams ranging from 5 to 30 junior developers. This experience includes overseeing client-facing projects, where he has applied his leadership skills to ensure effective project execution and team collaboration.