Petru Marginean
About Petru Marginean
Petru Marginean serves as the IT Director of Execution Services at Laurion Capital, where he has worked since 2011. He has extensive experience in software development within the financial sector, having held various positions at notable firms including Morgan Stanley and Banc of America Securities.
Current Role at Laurion Capital Management
Petru Marginean serves as the IT Director of Execution Services at Laurion Capital Management in New York. He has held this position since 2011, contributing over 13 years of experience in managing IT operations and software development projects tailored for the financial sector. His role involves overseeing the execution services technology, ensuring efficient and reliable systems to support trading and investment strategies.
Previous Experience in Financial Technology
Prior to his current role, Petru Marginean held several significant positions in the financial technology sector. He worked at Morgan Stanley as Vice President from 2007 to 2011, and at Banc of America Securities as Vice President from 2005 to 2007. He also served as Associate Director at Bear Stearns from 2002 to 2005. His extensive experience in these roles has equipped him with a deep understanding of the financial industry's technological needs.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Petru Marginean possesses expertise in both Linux and Windows platforms, with a strong focus on programming languages such as C++, Python, kdb+, and C#. He has hands-on experience with various technologies including Redline, FIX protocol, Qt library, SQL server, Perl, psql, mysql, and AMQ. His technical skills are complemented by significant front-office experience in Fixed Income, Equity, and Equity derivatives.
Educational Background
Petru Marginean studied Electrical Engineering at the University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1989 to 1994. He also attended Liceul de Informatica from 1984 to 1988, which provided him with a strong foundation in computer science and programming.
Early Career Experience
Petru Marginean began his career as a C++ developer at Plural from 1998 to 2001. He then transitioned to Thomson Financial as a Senior Developer for one year, from 2001 to 2002. This early experience laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in the financial sector, where he developed a robust skill set in software development and technology solutions.