Zixuan Ding
About Zixuan Ding
Zixuan Ding is a Big Data Analyst currently employed at FINRA, with prior experience in investment banking and research roles. He holds a Master of Science in Financial Engineering from Columbia University and a Bachelor's degree from Tsinghua University.
Current Role at FINRA
Zixuan Ding has been employed at FINRA as a Big Data Analyst since 2020. In this role, Ding utilizes data analytics to support regulatory functions and enhance market integrity. The position is based in both New York City and the Washington Metro Area, allowing for collaboration across key financial hubs.
Previous Experience in Investment Banking
Prior to joining FINRA, Zixuan Ding worked as an Investment Banking Summer Analyst at Houlihan Lokey in 2015. This position lasted for one month and took place in Beijing City, China. Ding gained exposure to financial analysis and investment strategies during this brief tenure.
Research Analyst Experience
In 2017, Zixuan Ding served as a Summer Research Analyst at Wukong Investment Management Company in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. This role lasted for two months and involved conducting research and analysis to support investment decisions.
Educational Background in Financial Engineering
Zixuan Ding holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Financial Engineering from Columbia University, where studies were completed from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, Ding participated in an exchange program at the University of California, Berkeley in 2015, focusing on Financial Engineering for eleven months.
Undergraduate Studies in Engineering and Business
Ding earned a Bachelor's Degree from Tsinghua University, studying Materials Engineering and Business Administration & Management from 2012 to 2016. This educational foundation provided a diverse skill set applicable to various sectors, including finance and technology.