Ziao Chen
About Ziao Chen
Ziao Chen is a Quantitative Researcher at Squarepoint Capital, with a strong background in business analytics and computer science. He has held various roles in data science and quantitative research across notable firms and has an academic foundation from prestigious institutions.
Current Role at Squarepoint Capital
Ziao Chen currently serves as a Quantitative Researcher at Squarepoint Capital, a position held since 2021. In this role, Chen focuses on developing quantitative models and strategies for financial markets. Chen's work involves analyzing data to enhance trading strategies and improve investment decisions. The position is based in Singapore and reflects Chen's expertise in quantitative analysis and financial engineering.
Previous Experience in Quantitative Research
Prior to joining Squarepoint Capital, Ziao Chen worked as a Quantitative Researcher at T. Rowe Price for two months in 2021. Chen also held significant roles at GIC as a Data Scientist from 2019 to 2021 and as an Associate from 2018 to 2019. These positions contributed to Chen's experience in quantitative analysis and data science, focusing on financial data and investment strategies.
Educational Background
Ziao Chen studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where Chen achieved a Master of Financial Engineering from 2021 to 2022. Chen also graduated with First Class Honours in Business and Computing from Nanyang Technological University. Additionally, Chen holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science, both completed from 2014 to 2018. This educational background provides a strong foundation in both business analytics and computer science.
Internship Experience
Ziao Chen has a diverse internship background, including roles at Shopee as a Business Intelligence Intern in 2017, Thomson Reuters as a Data Science Intern from 2017 to 2018, and J.P. Morgan as a Summer Analyst in 2017. Chen also interned at SGX as a Data Service Intern in 2016. These internships provided practical experience in data analysis and business intelligence, contributing to Chen's professional development in the finance and technology sectors.
Global Perspective in Quantitative Research
Ziao Chen's educational journey includes participation in international programs, enhancing a global perspective in quantitative research. Chen studied at Singapore Management University as part of the Singapore Local University Exchange Programme in 2015 and participated in a summer school program at the University of California, Berkeley in 2015. This exposure to diverse educational environments has enriched Chen's analytical skills and understanding of global financial markets.