Gavin O'driscoll
About Gavin O'driscoll
Gavin O'Driscoll is a Quantitative Researcher at Squarepoint Capital in London, England, with a background in physics and software development. He has experience in various roles across different companies and a strong interest in music and world cultures.
Work at Squarepoint Capital
Gavin O'Driscoll has been employed as a Quantitative Researcher at Squarepoint Capital since 2021. He operates from the firm's London office, contributing to quantitative research initiatives. His role involves analyzing data and developing models to inform investment strategies.
Previous Experience at Kx
Prior to his current position, O'Driscoll worked at Kx, a division of First Derivatives plc. He served as a kdb+ Developer from 2018 to 2020 in Toronto, Canada, and subsequently as a kdb+ and Java Developer from 2020 to 2021 in Cork, Ireland. His work involved developing and optimizing database solutions.
Education and Expertise
O'Driscoll earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from Trinity College, Dublin, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. He also holds multiple certifications, including Amazon Web Services Certified Solutions Architect Associate, Oracle Certified Associate Java Programmer, and Microsoft Introduction to Programming Using Python.
Early Career and Internships
O'Driscoll gained early work experience through various internships. He worked as a Skills Training Assistant at State Street in 2012 and as an Automation Assistant at Apple in 2011, both during his transition year. Additionally, he served as a Client Services Intern at State Street in 2015.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
O'Driscoll has a diverse range of interests. He is passionate about DJing and discovering new music, and he enjoys collecting vinyl records and playing guitar. He engages in activities such as surfing, hiking, yoga, reading, sketching, and cooking. He also has a conversational knowledge of multiple languages, including French, German, Korean, and Irish.