Gerald Goh
About Gerald Goh
Gerald Goh is a Software Engineer with extensive experience in broker FIX connections and PostgreSQL optimization. He currently works at Squarepoint Capital in Singapore and leads the Alpha Data APAC team, specializing in data mining using Python.
Work at Squarepoint Capital
Gerald Goh has been employed at Squarepoint Capital as a Software Engineer since 2014. His role involves leading the Alpha Data APAC team, where he focuses on data mining for potential alphas using Python. He has accumulated ten years of experience in this position, contributing to various projects and initiatives within the company.
Education and Expertise
Gerald Goh studied Computer Science at the National University of Singapore, earning his Bachelor's Degree from 2007 to 2011. He also participated in an Exchange Programme at the Institut national polytechnique de Grenoble in 2009 for 11 months. His educational background is complemented by his familiarity with microservices and Kafka, as well as strong experience in broker FIX connections in the APAC region.
Background
Gerald Goh attended Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) from 1999 to 2002. He began his professional career as an intern at Barclays Investment Bank in 2010, where he worked for two months. Following this, he held an analyst position at Barclays Capital from 2011 to 2014, gaining valuable experience in the financial sector before joining Squarepoint Capital.
Technical Skills and Experience
Gerald Goh possesses extensive experience in troubleshooting and optimizing PostgreSQL backends. His technical skills include familiarity with microservices architecture and Kafka messaging systems. He has also worked on global downstream feeds to fund administration, trades reconciliation systems, and prime brokers, collaborating with teams across Singapore and Montreal.