Timothy Zhu
About Timothy Zhu
Timothy Zhu is a software engineer with extensive experience in developing analysis tools and frameworks. He has worked at various institutions, including Cornell University and Two Sigma, and has a strong academic background in computer science and economics.
Work at Two Sigma
Timothy Zhu has been employed at Two Sigma as a Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, he is involved in developing software solutions that enhance the company's analytical capabilities. His work contributes to the firm's focus on leveraging technology for data analysis and trading strategies.
Previous Experience at Cornell University
Timothy Zhu worked at Cornell University in various capacities. He served as a Graduate Teaching/Research Specialist from 2018 to 2019, where he co-developed analysis tools for modelers. He also completed a Master of Engineering project at the university in 2019. Additionally, he held the position of Executive Director at Life Changing Labs from 2018 to 2022.
Founding Operation Smile Club
Timothy Zhu founded and served as President of the Operation Smile Club at The Ohio State University from 2013 to 2016. This organization focuses on raising awareness and funds for children with cleft lips and palates, demonstrating his commitment to social causes during his undergraduate studies.
Educational Background
Timothy Zhu studied at Cornell University, where he earned a Master of Engineering in Computer Science from 2018 to 2019. He also completed undergraduate courses in Computer Science at both Cornell University and Boston University. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Economics from The Ohio State University.
Software Engineering Roles
Timothy Zhu has held multiple software engineering positions, including Senior Software Engineer at StartupTree from 2019 to 2022 and Lead Backend Software Engineer for a brief period in 2018. He has developed various analytical tools and frameworks, enhancing the capabilities of data scientists and modelers in his previous roles.