Jianping Zou
About Jianping Zou
Jianping Zou is a Quantitative Researcher with extensive experience in equity alpha research and systematic trading strategies. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from The City University of New York and has worked at notable firms including Two Sigma, Cubist Systematic Strategies, and Point72.
Current Role at Two Sigma
Jianping Zou serves as a Quantitative Researcher at Two Sigma, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on equity alpha research, contributing to the firm's quantitative investment strategies. His expertise in systematic trading, particularly in event-driven strategies, plays a significant role in the development of trading models and algorithms. Zou's work at Two Sigma is characterized by a rigorous analytical approach, leveraging his extensive background in quantitative finance.
Previous Experience at Cubist Systematic Strategies
Prior to his current position, Jianping Zou worked at Cubist Systematic Strategies as a Quantitative Researcher from 2012 to 2020. During his eight-year tenure in the Greater New York City Area, he focused on developing quantitative models and strategies that informed trading decisions. His experience at Cubist enhanced his skills in systematic trading and quantitative analysis, which he applies in his current role.
Experience at Point72
Jianping Zou held the position of Vice President at Point72 from 2006 to 2011. In this capacity, he was involved in quantitative research, contributing to the firm's investment strategies. His work at Point72 provided him with valuable insights into the financial markets and further developed his expertise in quantitative methodologies.
Educational Background
Jianping Zou has a robust educational background in engineering and finance. He earned a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from The City University of New York, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. He also holds an M.S. in Financial Mathematics from the University of Chicago, completed between 2008 and 2010. Earlier, he obtained an M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from New York University - Polytechnic School of Engineering in 2002. His foundational studies include a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Zhejiang University, completed from 1997 to 2001.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Jianping Zou possesses hands-on technical skills relevant to quantitative research. His specialization includes systematic trading, with a focus on event-driven strategies. This combination of technical expertise and specialized knowledge enables him to effectively analyze market trends and develop quantitative models that drive investment decisions.