Mike Chaplee
About Mike Chaplee
Mike Chaplee is a Senior Software Developer at Old Mission, where he has worked since 2017, focusing on research and analytics infrastructure. He has extensive experience in the finance and technology sectors, having held positions at notable firms such as Hudson River Trading, Deutsche Bank, and UBS.
Work at Old Mission
Mike Chaplee has been employed at Old Mission as a Senior Software Developer since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for maintaining the firm-wide research and analytics infrastructure. He has led the full systems build-out of a new market-making business within the firm, specifically focusing on European ETFs. Additionally, he handles European compliance matters, including FCA CF10 and CF4 regulations. Chaplee also serves as the Data Protection Officer at Old Mission.
Previous Employment History
Prior to his current position, Mike Chaplee worked at several notable firms. He was a Senior Developer at Hudson River Trading from 2012 to 2015. Before that, he served as an Exchange Connectivity Architect at Deutsche Bank from 2001 to 2004. He also worked at UBS as an HFT Developer and Trader from 2004 to 2012. His most recent role before joining Old Mission was as a Consultant FX Trading Strategist at BNP Paribas from 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Mike Chaplee studied at Lycée Français Charles De Gaulle De Londres, where he focused on Chemistry and French from 1982 to 1996. He then pursued higher education at University College London (UCL), earning a Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from 1996 to 2000. During his time at UCL, he also worked as a Research Assistant in the Department of Chemical Engineering from 1998 to 2000.
Professional Skills
Mike Chaplee possesses expertise in software development, research and analytics infrastructure, and compliance within the financial sector. His experience includes market-making business systems, European ETFs, and regulatory compliance. He has a strong background in high-frequency trading and exchange connectivity, gained through his roles at various financial institutions.