Ali Masoumnia
About Ali Masoumnia
Ali Masoumnia is a Junior Quantitative Trader based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in interest rate options. He holds dual degrees in Economics and Applied Mathematics from Queen's University and has previously worked as a Teaching Assistant and a Quantitative Research Intern.
Current Role at Old Mission
Ali Masoumnia serves as a Junior Quantitative Trader at Old Mission, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he specializes in interest rate options, applying his analytical skills to financial markets. His responsibilities include developing trading strategies and analyzing market trends to optimize trading performance. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he contributes to the firm's trading operations with a focus on quantitative analysis.
Previous Experience at BMO Capital Markets
Prior to his current role, Ali Masoumnia worked as a Quantitative Research Intern at BMO Capital Markets in 2021. This internship lasted for three months and took place in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. During this time, he gained practical experience in quantitative research methodologies and contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing trading strategies.
Teaching Assistant Role at Queen's University
Ali Masoumnia served as a Teaching Assistant at Queen's University from 2021 to 2022 for a duration of seven months. In this role, he supported faculty members in delivering course content and assisted students with their academic inquiries. This experience provided him with valuable skills in communication and education within an academic setting.
Educational Background at Queen's University
Ali Masoumnia completed his education at Queen's University, where he achieved a BA Dual Degree in Economics and a BASc Dual Degree in Applied Mathematics and Computing from 2018 to 2022. His studies equipped him with a strong foundation in both economic theory and quantitative analysis, essential for his career in quantitative trading.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Before attending university, Ali Masoumnia studied at Michael Power St. Joseph Catholic High School, where he completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma program from 2014 to 2018. This rigorous academic program prepared him for higher education and developed his critical thinking and analytical skills.