Yinlei Yu
About Yinlei Yu
Yinlei Yu is a Quantitative Researcher at Two Sigma, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in quantitative research and software development, with previous positions at Walleye Trading, Citigroup, and Two Sigma Investments.
Work at Two Sigma
Yinlei Yu has been employed at Two Sigma since 2016, serving as a Quantitative Researcher. In this role, he focuses on developing quantitative models and strategies to enhance trading performance. His extensive experience in quantitative research contributes to the firm's data-driven approach to investment management.
Previous Experience in Quantitative Research
Prior to his current position, Yinlei Yu worked at Walleye Trading as a Quantitative Researcher and Developer for a period of 7 months in 2010. He also held a role at Two Sigma Investments as a Quantitative Software Developer/Researcher from 2010 to 2014, accumulating four years of experience in quantitative analysis and software development.
Career Background in Finance and Technology
Yinlei Yu began his career at Citigroup, where he served as an Assistant Vice President and Senior Programmer Analyst from 2007 to 2010. His role involved programming and analytical tasks that supported financial operations. Additionally, he gained experience as a Technical Professional Intern at Synopsys Inc. in 2003.
Education and Expertise
Yinlei Yu holds a Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering from Fudan University, completed between 1997 and 2000. He also earned a Master's degree in Electronics Engineering from the same institution, which he completed from 1993 to 1997. Furthering his education, he obtained a degree in Computer Engineering from Princeton University, where he studied from 2000 to 2007.