Alexander Kim
About Alexander Kim
Alexander Kim is a Portfolio Management Associate at Ellington Management Group, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in computer science and mathematics, with previous roles as a research analyst and software engineer.
Current Role at Ellington Management Group
Alexander Kim serves as a Portfolio Management Associate at Ellington Management Group, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is involved in managing investment portfolios, analyzing market trends, and contributing to strategic decision-making processes. His experience in portfolio management allows him to apply quantitative analysis and software engineering skills to optimize investment strategies.
Previous Experience at Ellington Management Group
Prior to his current role, Alexander Kim held multiple positions at Ellington Management Group. He worked as a Research Analyst Co-Op for seven months in 2020, where he focused on data analysis and research methodologies. He also served as a Software Engineer for four months in 2020, contributing to software development projects. In 2021, he took on the role of Quantitative Software Engineer for nine months, applying his technical skills to enhance quantitative analysis capabilities.
Education and Academic Background
Alexander Kim studied at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Mathematics of Computation from 2017 to 2020. During his time at Rensselaer, he engaged in research as an Undergraduate Researcher at the Institute for Data Exploration and Application from 2018 to 2019. He also completed his high school education at Clarkstown High School North, achieving a GPA of 3.9 from 2014 to 2017.
Experience at Google
In 2019, Alexander Kim participated in the CodeU Program at Google, where he worked for two months in New York City. This program focused on enhancing coding skills and fostering a deeper understanding of software development practices. His experience at Google contributed to his technical expertise and prepared him for future roles in software engineering and portfolio management.