Simon (Siming) Chen
About Simon (Siming) Chen
Simon (Siming) Chen is a software developer with extensive experience in algorithmic trading systems and high-performance computing. He has worked for notable firms such as Motorola Mobility, Morgan Stanley, and Squarepoint Capital, and holds multiple degrees in Computer Engineering and Computer Science.
Work at Squarepoint Capital
Currently, Simon Chen works as a Software Developer at Squarepoint Capital. He has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the firm's technology initiatives in London, England. His responsibilities include developing software solutions that support the firm's trading strategies and enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Motorola Mobility
Simon Chen briefly worked as a Software Engineer at Motorola Mobility in 2015 for a duration of two months. During this time, he was involved in software development projects in the Greater Chicago Area, gaining experience in the technology sector.
Experience at Morgan Stanley
From 2018 to 2021, Simon served as an Equity Derivatives Core Strategist at Morgan Stanley in London, United Kingdom. In this role, he focused on developing strategies related to equity derivatives, contributing to the firm's trading operations for three years.
Education and Expertise
Simon Chen holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Engineering and is also a PhD student in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Chicago. He has additional academic credentials with a Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science from Beihang University. His expertise includes algorithmic trading systems and high-performance computing applications, particularly utilizing Modern C++ (C++20) and Python.
Development of Market Data Feed Handler
Simon developed a firm-wide cross-asset high-performance market data feed handler using Modern C++ (C++20) and Python. This project showcases his technical skills and his ability to create efficient software solutions that support trading operations.