David Tazartes
About David Tazartes
David Tazartes serves as the Managing Director at Two Sigma, where he has worked since 2008. He has a background in financial technology, with previous roles at Lehman Brothers and Veridian, and holds degrees in Physics and Electrical Engineering.
Work at Two Sigma
David Tazartes has served as Managing Director at Two Sigma since 2008. His role involves overseeing key projects and initiatives within the firm, which is known for its quantitative investing and technology-driven approach to asset management. His extensive experience in financial technology contributes to the firm's innovative strategies in trading and investment.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining Two Sigma, David Tazartes held several significant positions in the financial services sector. He worked as a Vice President at Lehman Brothers from 2001 to 2008, where he architected Flow Products, eTrading, and FXLive in the Fixed Income Technology sector. His earlier roles included serving as Applications Supervisor at Veridian from 1999 to 2001, where he supervised the AVL product, and as a Consultant at Litton from 1992 to 1999.
Educational Background
David Tazartes has a solid educational foundation in science and engineering. He studied at Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles, where he achieved the French Baccalaureate with a focus on Math and Physics. He then attended the University of California, Los Angeles, earning a Bachelor of Science in Physics from 1991 to 1995. Later, he pursued a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering at Caltech, completing his studies in 1999.
Expertise in Financial Technology
David Tazartes specializes in FX eTrading and equities buy-side software, reflecting his strong focus on financial technology. His expertise encompasses real-time systems and product architecture, particularly in the fixed income sector. His background in both engineering and physics supports his analytical approach to technology solutions in finance.
Early Career Development
David Tazartes began his career with an internship at Taligent from 1994 to 1995. He then transitioned to Litton, where he worked as a Consultant for seven years. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his future roles in technology and finance, allowing him to develop a diverse skill set that he has applied throughout his career.