Brendan Caffrey
About Brendan Caffrey
Brendan Caffrey is a Senior Software Engineer currently employed at Two Sigma in Chicago, Illinois. He has a background in computer science and has held engineering positions at various firms, including Simplex Investments and Optiver.
Current Role at Two Sigma
Brendan Caffrey is currently employed as a Senior Software Engineer at Two Sigma, a technology-driven investment firm. He has been with the company since 2023, contributing to various projects within a hybrid work model based in Chicago, Illinois. His role involves developing and optimizing software solutions that support the firm's trading and investment strategies.
Previous Experience at Simplex Investments
Before joining Two Sigma, Brendan worked as a Software Engineer at Simplex Investments from 2017 to 2019. During his two-year tenure in Chicago, he focused on software development and contributed to the firm's investment technology initiatives.
Experience at 4170 Trading
Brendan served as a Senior Software Engineer at 4170 Trading from 2019 to 2022. His three years at the firm in Chicago allowed him to enhance his software engineering skills and work on complex trading systems. After leaving 4170 Trading, he completed a non-compete period before transitioning to his current role.
Background in Software Development at Optiver
Prior to his roles at Simplex Investments and 4170 Trading, Brendan worked as a Software Developer at Optiver from 2015 to 2017. His experience at Optiver involved developing trading software and systems, contributing to the firm's operational efficiency in the financial markets.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Brendan holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. His education provided a strong foundation in software engineering principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his career in the finance and trading sectors.