Kaicheng Zhang
About Kaicheng Zhang
Kaicheng Zhang is a Quantitative Researcher currently employed at Two Sigma since 2017. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Tsinghua University and a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Northwestern University.
Work at Two Sigma
Kaicheng Zhang has been employed at Two Sigma as a Quantitative Researcher since 2017. His role involves applying quantitative methods to analyze data and develop strategies that enhance investment performance. Located in the Greater New York City Area, he has contributed to various research initiatives that align with the firm's focus on technology-driven investment solutions.
Education and Expertise
Kaicheng Zhang holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science from Tsinghua University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Engineering from Northwestern University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2017. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and computational methods.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Two Sigma, Kaicheng Zhang gained diverse experience in various roles. He worked as a Software Engineering Intern at Google in 2009 and again in 2013, contributing to software development projects in Beijing and Mountain View, CA, respectively. He also served as a Research Aide at Argonne National Laboratory in 2014 and held positions at Baidu, Inc. and Seasun Inc. as a Software Engineer. Additionally, he was a Summer Associate in Strats and Modeling at Morgan Stanley in 2015.
Internships and Research Roles
Kaicheng Zhang's early career included several internships that provided him with valuable experience in research and software engineering. He interned at Microsoft Research Asia from 2009 to 2010, where he engaged in research projects. His internships at Google allowed him to work on significant software engineering tasks, enhancing his technical skills and industry knowledge.