Kailash Meiyappan
About Kailash Meiyappan
Kailash Meiyappan is a software engineer with extensive experience in the technology sector, currently employed at Two Sigma since 2022. He has previously worked at notable companies such as Meta, Google, and Facebook, and holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from Columbia University.
Work at Two Sigma
Kailash Meiyappan has been employed at Two Sigma as a Software Engineer since 2022. His role involves developing and maintaining software solutions that support the company's quantitative investment strategies. Two Sigma is known for leveraging technology and data science to drive investment decisions, and Meiyappan contributes to this mission through his technical expertise.
Previous Experience at Meta
Before joining Two Sigma, Kailash Meiyappan worked at Meta as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2022. During his four years at Meta, he was involved in various projects that focused on enhancing user experience and optimizing backend systems. His experience at Meta provided him with a strong foundation in software development within a fast-paced environment.
Internship Experience at IGCAR and Google
Kailash Meiyappan completed an internship at the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR) in 2014, where he worked for two months in the Greater Chennai Area. He also interned at Google in 2015 for two months, gaining valuable experience in software engineering practices. These internships contributed to his practical knowledge and skills in the field.
Education and Expertise
Kailash Meiyappan holds a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from Columbia University, which he completed from 2016 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, from 2012 to 2016. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in computer science principles and methodologies.
Teaching Assistant Role at Columbia University
In 2017, Kailash Meiyappan served as a Teaching Assistant for the Analysis of Algorithms course at Columbia University. His responsibilities included assisting the professor in course management and providing support to students. This role allowed him to deepen his understanding of algorithms while contributing to the academic community.