Peter Barsky
About Peter Barsky
Peter Barsky serves as the Vice President of Front Office Technology at Two Harbors Investment Corp., where he leverages his extensive experience in developing models and risk tools for various financial products. He has a background in software engineering and has held significant roles at several financial institutions over the past two decades.
Current Role at Two Harbors Investment
Peter Barsky serves as Vice President of Front Office Technology at Two Harbors Investment Corp. since 2016. In this role, he focuses on the development and implementation of technology solutions that enhance front office operations. His responsibilities include leveraging sector-specific vendor tools and APIs to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
Previous Experience in Financial Technology
Prior to his current position, Barsky held several significant roles in the financial technology sector. He worked at UBS as Associate Director, Software Engineer from 2000 to 2007, and at AllianceBernstein as Vice President, Structured Products Technology from 2007 to 2016. His experience includes developing and implementing models and risk tools for various financial products.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Barsky possesses extensive knowledge of vendor tools and APIs, including Intex, Bloomberg, PolyPaths, CoreLogic, and 1010data. He has over 15 years of experience in developing full-stack .NET and Java applications, utilizing Oracle and MS SQL Server. His technical expertise is complemented by his experience in developing risk tools specifically for agency MBS, non-agency RMBS, MSR, and CRT.
Educational Background
Peter Barsky studied at Oberlin College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. His educational background provides a foundation for his extensive career in technology and finance.
Career Timeline and Early Experience
Barsky's career began in the late 1990s, with roles including Java Developer at Sun Microsystems and Software Developer at Bank of America. He also worked as a Database Developer at Montgomery Asset Management and as a Developer at Morgan Stanley. This diverse experience laid the groundwork for his later roles in financial technology.