David Danin
About David Danin
David Danin is a Quantitative Researcher at Optiver in Amsterdam, Netherlands, where he has worked since 2023. He holds a Master’s degree in Physics and Philosophy from the University of Oxford and has prior experience in quantitative trading and IT consulting.
Work at Optiver
David Danin currently serves as a Quantitative Researcher at Optiver, a role he has held since 2023. His position is based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. Prior to this, he gained experience at Optiver as a Quantitative Trading Intern in 2022, where he worked for one month. His current role involves applying quantitative methods to improve trading strategies and enhance market analysis.
Education and Expertise
David Danin has a strong educational background in physics and philosophy. He studied at the University of Oxford, where he earned a Master of Physics and Philosophy (MPhysPhil) from 2019 to 2023. He also completed a Bachelor of Science in Physics at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München from 2018 to 2019. His academic training provides a solid foundation for his work in quantitative research and trading.
Background
David Danin has diverse professional experiences in various roles related to physics and consulting. He worked as a Physics Ambassador at the University of Oxford from 2022 to 2023, where he engaged with prospective students and promoted the physics program. Additionally, he held positions as a Visiting Consultant at Volkswagen Consulting in 2021 and as an IT Consulting Intern at Xenium AG in 2020, which contributed to his analytical and consulting skills.
Internship Experience
David Danin has completed several internships that have shaped his career path. In 2022, he interned at Optiver as a Quantitative Trading Intern for one month. Earlier, in 2020, he worked as an IT Consulting Intern at Xenium AG for one month. He also gained experience as a Visiting Consultant at Volkswagen Consulting in 2021 for three months. These internships provided him with practical insights into quantitative analysis and consulting.
Academic Achievements
David Danin achieved his Abitur from Schule Schloss Salem from 2014 to 2018, which laid the groundwork for his higher education pursuits. His academic journey continued at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, where he studied physics for nearly a year, and at the University of Oxford, where he completed a four-year program in Physics and Philosophy. His educational achievements reflect a commitment to understanding complex scientific concepts.