Zia Williams
About Zia Williams
Zia Williams is the Senior Vice President of Modeling Engineering at Two Sigma, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in engineering roles, including previous positions at Two Sigma and ITG, and holds multiple degrees in Computer Science and Data Science.
Work at Two Sigma
Zia Williams has held multiple roles at Two Sigma, demonstrating a progressive career trajectory within the organization. He began as a Network Engineer from 2010 to 2015, followed by a position as Manager of Network Engineering (VP) from 2015 to 2019. He then served as Engineering Manager for Modeling Tools from 2019 to 2021. Since 2021, he has been the Senior Vice President of Modeling Engineering. His extensive experience at Two Sigma highlights his expertise in engineering and modeling within the financial technology sector.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Two Sigma, Zia Williams worked at ITG, where he held several positions from 2004 to 2010. He started as a Network Engineer and progressed to Senior Network Engineer and then Vice President of Network Engineering. His career began at Thomson Financial as a Systems Engineer from 2002 to 2005. This diverse background in engineering roles has contributed to his skill set in network and modeling engineering.
Educational Background
Zia Williams has a solid educational foundation in computer science and engineering. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Queens College, completing his studies from 1996 to 2000. He furthered his education at New York University - Polytechnic School of Engineering, where he obtained a Master's degree in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering with a focus on Telecom Networks from 2004 to 2006. Additionally, he holds a Master's degree in Data Science from the University of California, Berkeley.
Career Progression Overview
Zia Williams has demonstrated a consistent career progression in engineering roles across various organizations. His journey began at Thomson Financial, followed by a series of positions at ITG, where he developed expertise in network engineering. His return to Two Sigma allowed him to take on increasingly responsible roles, culminating in his current position as Senior Vice President, Modeling Engineering. This trajectory reflects his commitment to advancing his career in the technology and finance sectors.