Matthew Williams
About Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams serves as the Co-Head of Quantitative Development at Systematica Investments, where he leverages his extensive experience in technology solutions and stakeholder collaboration. His career spans various roles in quantitative development and technology operations across multiple financial institutions, primarily in Geneva and London.
Current Role at Systematica Investments
Matthew Williams currently serves as Co-Head of Quantitative Development at Systematica Investments, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the company's capabilities by integrating proprietary systems with cloud services, aiming to establish a flexible architecture that meets future business requirements. His leadership is instrumental in the development of the research technology platform, ensuring that the organization remains at the forefront of quantitative finance.
Previous Positions at Systematica Investments
Matthew Williams has held several key positions at Systematica Investments. He worked as the Joint Head of Technology Operations from 2017 to 2020 and as Head of Production Systems Group from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he served as Quantitative Developer - Relative Value for one year in 2020. His tenure at Systematica Investments has spanned various roles that emphasize technology and quantitative development within the organization.
Experience at BlueCrest Capital Management
Before joining Systematica Investments, Matthew Williams worked at BlueCrest Capital Management for five years, from 2010 to 2015. He held the position of Head of Business Continuity and previously served as a Quantitative Developer from 2005 to 2010. His experience at BlueCrest contributed to his expertise in quantitative finance and technology operations.
Educational Background
Matthew Williams earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Imperial College London, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. He completed his high school education at Rydal School from 1990 to 1996. His academic background in mathematics has provided a strong foundation for his career in quantitative development and technology.
Consulting Experience
Earlier in his career, Matthew Williams worked as a Consultant at QinetiQ from 2001 to 2003. This role allowed him to gain valuable experience in technology solutions and consulting, which he later applied in his positions at BlueCrest Capital Management and Systematica Investments.