Jiri Pik

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Co-Chair of the Tech Transformation Resource Group @ Singapore International Chamber of Commerce
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With deep expertise across AI, quant trading, and ultra-low-latency systems, I build solutions that transform complex financial data into actionable insights. As the founder of RocketEdge.com, my work bridges the gap between cutting-edge machine learning research and real-world applications in financial markets and distributed adaptive systems. Whether designing robust trading algorithms or architecting AI-driven infrastructure, I bring a results-oriented focus to solving high-impact challenges.🔑 The Impact I Create:• AI Trading Expertise: Author of "Hands-On AI Trading with Python, QuantConnect, and AWS (Wiley)", focusing on AI for risk management, optimization, and predictive models. I excel at integrating models such as CNNs, PCA, and HMMs into scalable, real-time trading environments.• Quantitative Finance Leader: CFA, FRM, and CAIA certified with over a decade of experience at Citi, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and UBS. Adept at managing complex trading strategies and optimizing performance under fast-evolving market conditions.• Distributed Systems Architect: Proven ability to design and build ultra-low-latency, scalable systems using cloud-native and edge-computing architectures. AWS-certified with expertise in adaptive systems and AI infrastructure at scale.• Global Presence: With a base in Singapore, I am an active participant in the global finance and technology community, including membership in the Singapore International Chamber of Commerce. I thrive in international and cross-disciplinary environments, bringing a strategic mindset to complex challenges.🌍 RocketEdge.com: Pioneering AI Solutions for the FutureAt RocketEdge.com, we develop software for the analysis, management, and design of financial and economic data. Our innovative products empower institutions to unlock insights from big data, optimize trading operations, and leverage distributed systems for competitive advantage. Our services span custom financial software development, trading system architecture, and AI-powered market analysis.📬 Let’s Connect!I enjoy collaborating with like-minded professionals passionate about AI, finance, and innovation. Let’s connect to explore opportunities, share insights, or discuss how we can shape the future of financial markets together.

Jiri Pik's Current Company Details
Singapore International Chamber of Commerce

Singapore International Chamber Of Commerce

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Co-Chair of the Tech Transformation Resource Group
Singapore
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sicc.com.sg
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Jiri Pik Work Experience Details
  • Singapore International Chamber Of Commerce
    Co-Chair Of The Tech Transformation Resource Group
    Singapore International Chamber Of Commerce
    Singapore
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  • Rocketedge.Com
    Chief Executive Officer (Ceo)
    Rocketedge.Com Aug 2022 - Present
    Singapore, Sg
    I lead RocketEdge.com to deliver transformative solutions in Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and quantitative trading. Our mission is to empower hedge funds and fintech startups with cutting-edge systems that enhance performance, efficiency, and long-term cost savings.RESPONSIBILITIES• Strategic Leadership: Oversee RocketEdge.com's direction, growth, and operations in Cloud Computing, AI, and ultra-low-latency financial trading.• Innovative Solutions: Develop complex adaptive systems, delivering customized solutions that enhance efficiency and performance. • Financial Engineering: Develop, backtest, and deploy highly innovative financial trading strategies.• Client Collaboration: Partner with hedge funds and fintech startups to develop market data, trading, risk management, and backtesting systems.• Product Development: Lead teams designing MS Office add-ins, boosting enterprise productivity.• QuantConnect Integration: Provide consultancy for QuantConnect's LEAN platform, optimizing algorithmic trading strategies.ACHIEVEMENTS• Greenfield Projects & Cost Reduction & Reliability Improvements: Architected market data, risk management, backtesting, and trading systems for hedge funds, achieving over 50% cloud cost reduction, 100% increase in reliability, and creating efficient ahead-of-time architectures for long-term savings. • Thought Leadership: Established RocketEdge as a thought leader in finance cloud computing; authored a Wiley-published book on AI trading.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: .NET, Python, C++, Rust• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure• Machine Learning Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras• Big Data Technologies: Apache Spark, Hadoop• Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes• Trading Platforms & Tools: QuantConnect, QuantConnect's LEAN & Proprietary Systems• Hardware Acceleration: NVIDIA GPU• Office Automation: MS Office COM, Add-in-Express
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  • Rocketedge.Com
    Chief Executive Officer (Ceo)
    Rocketedge.Com Sep 2016 - Jul 2022
    Singapore, Sg
    As the head of RocketEdge's predecessor firm in Zurich, Switzerland, I focused on delivering cutting-edge Cloud Computing and Data Analytics solutions to drive innovation for startups and enterprises.RESPONSIBILITIES• Solution Architecture: Led the architecture, design, and implementation of cloud computing solutions and MS Excel add-ons for market data startups.• Advanced Analytics Development: Created advanced analytics tools for retail web stores, providing actionable insights to optimize inventory management.• Cloud Migration Services: Managed cloud migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions to cloud platforms for various clients.• Client Collaboration: Worked closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver customized solutions that enhance efficiency and performance.• Team Leadership: Supervised a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.ACHIEVEMENTS• Market Data Solutions: Successfully architected and implemented cloud computing and MS Excel add-on solutions for a market data startup, enhancing their data delivery capabilities and user experience.• Retail Analytics Impact: Developed advanced analytics for a retail web store, resulting in optimized inventory levels and improved sales through data-driven recommendations.• Successful Cloud Migrations: Executed multiple cloud migration projects, reducing operational costs and increasing scalability for various clients.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: .NET, Python, C++• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure• Data Analytics Tools: SQL, Power BI, Tableau• Office Automation: MS Office COM, VBA, Add-in-Express• Databases: MS SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, AWS Aurora• Big Data Technologies: Apache Hadoop• Version Control: Git
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  • Dotmatics
    Chief Microsoft Office Addons Architect
    Dotmatics Dec 2016 - Present
    Boston, Massachusetts, Us
    As the Chief Microsoft Office Add-ons Architect at Dotmatics, I lead the design, development, and deployment of the Dotmatics MS Office product, enhancing productivity and data management for scientific research teams.ACHIEVEMENTS• Product Architecture and Design: Lead the architectural design and implementation of the Dotmatics MS Office add-ins, ensuring seamless integration with Dotmatics platforms and Microsoft Office applications.• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with product managers, QA managers, and clients to gather requirements and feedback and iterate on the product to meet user needs.• Performance Optimization: Optimize add-in performance for efficiency and compatibility across different Microsoft Office versions.ACHIEVEMENTS• Superior Performance: Achieved significant performance improvements, accelerating all Excel scientific operations and enhancing user efficiency.• Enhanced Productivity: Improved scientists' workflow by integrating data management capabilities directly into MS Office applications, reducing the need to switch between platforms.• Seamless Integration: Delivered a product that seamlessly integrated with existing Dotmatics platforms, increasing user adoption and satisfaction.• High Quality and Reliability: Ensured the product met rigorous quality standards, resulting in a reliable tool with minimal bugs and downtime.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C#, .NET Framework• Office Automation Technologies: VSTO (Visual Studio Tools for Office), MS Office COM Interop, Add-in Express• Development Tools: Visual Studio, ReSharper• Version Control: Git• Testing Frameworks: NUnit• CI/CD Pipelines: Jenkins• Technologies: WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation), XML, JSON• Collaboration Tools: JIRA, Confluence
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  • Amazon Web Services (Aws)
    Aws Community Builder In Machine Learning
    Amazon Web Services (Aws) Oct 2021 - May 2024
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    As a member of the AWS Community Builders program specializing in Machine Learning, I actively contribute to the AWS community by sharing expertise, collaborating with service teams, and providing feedback to enhance AWS offerings.RESPONSIBILITIES• Community Engagement: Share insights through blog posts, webinars, and speaking engagements on machine learning topics.• Collaboration with AWS Teams: Work closely with AWS service teams to test new features and contribute to service improvements.• Knowledge Sharing: Mentor and support developers and community members in leveraging AWS Machine Learning services effectively.• Innovation: Explore and experiment with AWS services to develop innovative solutions that address real-world challenges in machine learning.ACHIEVEMENTS• Benchmarking Graviton ARM Chips: Conducted thorough benchmarking tests of AWS Graviton ARM processors on custom workloads, providing valuable performance insights and optimization strategies to the community.• Collaboration with AWS Batch Team: Partnered with the AWS Batch team to optimize backtesting of trading strategies, enhancing computational efficiency and scaling capabilities for quantitative analysis.• NVIDIA Triton: Collaborated with NVIDIA to develop applications using NVIDIA Triton Inference Server on AWS, improving the deployment and scalability of machine learning models in production environments.• Testing Amazon Q Visual Studio Extensions: Worked with the Amazon Q team to test and provide feedback on their Visual Studio extensions, contributing to the enhancement of developer tools for quantum computing applications on AWS.TECH STACK• AWS Services: AWS Graviton, AWS Batch, Amazon EC2, Amazon S3, AWS Lambda, Amazon SageMaker• Machine Learning Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, NVIDIA Triton Inference Server• Programming Languages: Python, Java, C#, C++, ARM Assembly• Developer Tools: Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, Git, PyCharm
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  • Cure Data
    Chief Technology Officer (Cto)
    Cure Data Feb 2023 - Aug 2023
    As Chief Technology Officer at Cure Data, I lead our mission to accelerate drug discovery and clinical trials through advances in Artificial Intelligence. We develop holistic biological models that mimic complex organ functions, creating real-time virtual "living" organs—digital twins.RESPONSIBILITIES• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the technological roadmap aligned with our AI-driven vision.• Partnership Building: Establish alliances with Microsoft, AWS, NVIDIA, Seagate, UK Biobank, and the Singapore government to enhance capabilities and expand our reach.• Data and Cloud Architecture: Design scalable data pipelines and cloud infrastructures for large-scale biological data and complex simulations.• Team LeadershipACHIEVEMENTS• Strategic Alliances: Built partnerships with industry leaders and organizations, enhancing our technological infrastructure and research capabilities.• MATLAB Development• Data and Cloud Architecture: Architected robust data pipelines and cloud infrastructures, significantly improving computational efficiency and scalability.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: MATLAB, Python, R, C++• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Microsoft Azure• Data Processing: Big Data technologies, Distributed Computing• Machine Learning Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch• Data Storage: Seagate Storage Systems• High-Performance Computing: NVIDIA GPUs• Visualization Tools: MATLAB, Python Libraries (Matplotlib, Seaborn)• Collaboration Tools: Git, JIRA, Confluence
  • Oquant Inc.
    Chief Cloud Architect
    Oquant Inc. Aug 2022 - Aug 2023
    At Oquant, as the Chief Cloud Architect, I was responsible for designing and implementing advanced cloud-based systems that powered our real-time inference technology across various industries, including finance, healthcare, weather data, IoT, military data, biotech, and telecom. RESPONSIBILITIES• Cloud Architecture and High-Performance Computing Design and Implementation: Led the design and implementation of cloud infrastructure using AWS, IBM Cloud, Equinix, and Seagate Lyve platforms to support market data, backtesting, and trading systems.• Alliance Building: Established strategic partnerships with AWS, Microsoft, Equinix, NVIDIA, Seagate, the Singapore government, and the local Singapore tech ecosystem to enhance technological capabilities and expand our network.ACHIEVEMENTS• Optimized Data Quality: Improved the reliability of trading strategies by thoroughly evaluating and selecting top-tier tick data vendors.• Infrastructure Innovation: Successfully deployed real-time trading infrastructure based on Equinix NYSE co-located servers, enhancing trading speed and reducing latency.• Advanced Data Processing: Implemented efficient real-time market data feed processing, increasing data throughput and processing efficiency with Algoseek data using C++ and Rust.• Performance Enhancement: Developed an NVIDIA CUDA-based options pricing engine, dramatically accelerating complex financial computations.• Scalable Backtesting Platform: Created a highly scalable backtesting engine, improving the efficiency of strategy testing and deployment across massive workloads.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C++, Rust, Python, Java• Cloud Platforms: AWS, IBM Cloud, Equinix, Seagate Lyve• High-Performance Computing: NVIDIA GPUs, CUDA• Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS Batch, EC2 Spot Instances
  • Esw Capital
    Cloud Costs Wizard
    Esw Capital Nov 2021 - Jul 2022
    Austin, Texas, Us
    As the Cloud Economist at ESW Capital, I specialized in optimizing cloud expenditures and enhancing cost-effectiveness across the organization. By identifying best practices for using AWS services efficiently, I provided insights that gave the company a competitive edge. I played a pivotal role in introducing unit economics for business planning, budgeting, and forecasting.RESPONSIBILITIES• Cloud Monitoring: Kept abreast of the latest developments in cloud computing, focusing on AWS, to identify cost-saving opportunities.• Content Creation: Authored blog posts on innovative cloud cost strategies, sharing insights with the broader community.• Cost Analysis: Analyzed cloud costs of individual AWS accounts and provided recommendations for optimization.• Service Evaluation: Assessed AWS services for cost-effective use in software architectures.• Financial Modeling: Developed unit economics models for business planning, budgeting, and forecasting.ACHIEVEMENTS• Influential Publications: Wrote several highly acclaimed and widely shared blog posts on cloud cost optimization strategies.• Redefining FinOps: Expanded the traditional definition of FinOps to include not just actual costs but also the entire value produced, shifting the focus toward value-driven cloud investment.• Cost Optimization: Identified inefficiencies in cloud usage, leading to significant cost reductions across multiple projects.• Strategic Insights: Provided valuable comparisons between AWS and other cloud services, enabling informed decision-making and competitive advantages.TECH STACK• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform• Programming Languages: Python, Java, C++, C#, SQL
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  • Trilogy
    Aws Cloud Solutions Architect In Cost Optimization (Finops)
    Trilogy Aug 2021 - Nov 2021
    Austin, Tx, Us
    At Trilogy, I served as an AWS Cloud Solutions Architect focusing on Cost Optimization (FinOps). My role involved developing and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency and scalability for over 100 software companies within the ESW Capital group. Through these efforts, I successfully reduced cloud costs by 20-50% across the entire portfolio.RESPONSIBILITIES• Cost Analysis: Analyzed individual AWS accounts to identify cost inefficiencies and areas for optimization.• Best Practices Development: Enhanced the knowledge base of best practices for cost optimization techniques, ensuring teams had access to the latest strategies.• Workflow Improvement: Improved cost optimization workflows to streamline processes and increase efficiency in identifying and implementing cost-saving measures.• Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked closely with product managers, engineers, and finance teams to align cost optimization strategies with business objectives.• Reporting and Monitoring: Developed dashboards and reporting tools to monitor cloud expenditures and the impact of optimization efforts.ACHIEVEMENTS• Significant Cost Reduction: Successfully designed and implemented strategies that reduced cloud costs by up to 50% in several business units.• Process Optimization: Improved cost optimization workflows, reducing the time to identify and address cost inefficiencies by 30%.• Knowledge Sharing: Developed a comprehensive best practices knowledge base, increasing awareness and adoption of cost-saving measures across the organization.• Enhanced Visibility: Implemented reporting tools that provided real-time insights into cloud spending, enabling proactive management of resources.TECH STACK• Cloud Platforms: AWS• Programming Languages: Python, Shell Scripting
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  • Toptal
    Top Developer
    Toptal Oct 2014 - Sep 2017
    Work From Anywhere, Remote, Oo
    As the Chief Software Architect and Development Lead at Toptal, I spearheaded designing and implementing innovative software solutions across various domains, utilizing a diverse tech stack to meet client needs and drive technological excellence.RESPONSIBILITIES• Architectural Leadership: Led the architecture and design of complex software systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.• Development Management: Directed development teams through the software development lifecycle, promoting best practices and efficient workflows.• Client Collaboration: Partnered closely with clients to understand their requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.• Innovation and Problem-Solving: Identified opportunities for technological improvements and implemented solutions that enhanced system capabilities.ACHIEVEMENTS• Market Data System Development: Architected and implemented a market data system for a revolutionary data vendor, enhancing data processing capabilities and providing clients with real-time analytics.• Cloud Migration Tool: Designed and developed a cloud migration tool, facilitating seamless transitions from on-premises to cloud infrastructures, reducing downtime and operational costs.• Windows Security Solution: Created a comprehensive Windows security solution, improving system security and compliance for enterprise clients.• Innovative WordPress Plugins: Developed innovative WordPress plugins, extending website functionalities and enhancing user engagement.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C#, .NET Framework, PHP, JavaScript, Python• Databases: MS SQL Server, MySQL, Amazon Aurora• Cloud Platforms: AWS• Web Technologies: WordPress, RESTful APIs• Office Automation: MS Office API
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  • Julius Baer
    Financial Analyst And Developer
    Julius Baer Mar 2014 - Dec 2014
    Zurich, Zürich, Ch
    As a Financial Analyst and Developer at Bank Julius Baer, I was responsible for tactical architecture, rapid development, and migrating legacy applications to industry best-practice solutions with extensive reporting capabilities.RESPONSIBILITIES• Application Development and Migration: Led the rapid development and migration of legacy financial applications to modern platforms, enhancing performance and usability.• Architectural Design: Designed tactical architectures for financial systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and compliance with banking regulations.• Reporting Solutions: Developed extensive reporting tools to meet internal and client needs, improving data accessibility and decision-making processes.• Excel Add-ins Development: Created advanced Excel add-ins to accelerate the creation of custom reports and analyses.• Cross-Platform Development: Built applications across multiple platforms, including web (ASP.NET MVC), mobile (iPhone/iPad/Android), and SharePoint integrations.• Collaboration: Worked closely with financial analysts, traders, and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver effective solutions.ACHIEVEMENTS• Excel Add-in for Custom Reports: Developed an Excel add-in that significantly enhanced the ability to create custom reports and analyses, improving efficiency and accuracy for financial analysts.• Excel-PowerPoint Reporting Solution: Created an integrated Excel-PowerPoint reporting solution for client positions, streamlining the reporting process and enhancing client communications.• Internal News Distributor iPhone App: Developed an internal news distribution app for iPhone, improving the dissemination of important information within the bank.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C#, VBA, SQL, Python, Matlab• Tools: Excel, Excel-DNA, MATLAB, SharePoint• Financial Data Platforms: Reuters, Datastream, Bloomberg, FactSet, Triple A, SAP Business Objects
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  • Phonak
    Senior C# Test Automation Architect And Strategist
    Phonak Jul 2012 - Jul 2013
    Stäfa, Ch
    At Phonak, a global leader in audio hardware technologies, I served as the Senior C# Test Automation Architect and Strategist where I directed and led the construction of dynamic code analytical tools, establishing industry-leading technological infrastructure for the company.RESPONSIBILITIES• Test Automation Leadership: Directed the development of advanced test automation frameworks, significantly enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing processes.• Dynamic Code Analysis: Built tools for automatic code quality analysis with minimal to zero human intervention, improving code reliability and maintainability.• Framework Development: Architected representative test case generation frameworks and various business intelligence dashboards to support decision-making.• Methodology Implementation: Expanded expertise in Test-Driven Development (TDD) to promote best practices within the development team.• Collaboration: Worked closely with cross-functional teams to integrate testing strategies into the software development lifecycle.ACHIEVEMENTS• Randomized Testing Framework Development: Developed a new randomized testing framework that saved 60% of testing time by focusing on relevant cases, greatly enhancing efficiency and resource utilization.• Code Quality Improvement: Implemented dynamic code analytical tools that reduced defects by automating the detection of code issues early in the development process.• Infrastructure Enhancement: Established a robust technological infrastructure that supported the company's growth and product innovation.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C#, .NET Framework 4, VBA, Python• Frameworks and Technologies: WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation), XAML, WCF (Windows Communication Foundation), LINQ, Entity Framework• Testing Tools: NUnit, NDepend
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  • Quartal Financial Solutions Ag
    Senior Software Engineer
    Quartal Financial Solutions Ag Sep 2011 - Jun 2012
    Zurich, Zurich, Ch
    At Quartal Financial Solutions AG, I served as a Senior Software Engineer, playing a pivotal role in creating and implementing next-generation calculation engines for fee billing, revenue, and commission management products used by investment banks, asset management firms, fund administrators, and custodians.RESPONSIBILITIES• Technical Leadership: Mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning within the team.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborated with product managers, clients, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver high-quality software solutions.• Software Development: Utilized a diverse tech stack, including .NET technologies and various programming languages, to build robust and efficient applications.ACHIEVEMENTS• Next-Generation Calculation Engines: Successfully developed and introduced advanced calculation engines, significantly improving the performance and accuracy of fee billing and commission management products.• Standardized Resources: Authored comprehensive fee overview documents that became essential references for internal teams and clients, enhancing transparency and understanding.• Knowledge Base Implementation: Built and customized a Microsoft SharePoint 2010 knowledge base, greatly enhancing knowledge sharing and accessibility within the company.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C#, F#, Ruby, IronPython, MATLAB• Frameworks and Technologies: .NET Framework, WCF (Windows Communication Foundation), WinForms, ASP.NET, Entity Framework, DevExpress (DevEx)• Databases: Oracle PL/SQL• Continuous Integration/Deployment: TeamCity
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  • Dws Investments
    Senior Architect Consultant
    Dws Investments Jan 2011 - May 2011
    Frankfurt Am Main, Hessen, De
    At DWS Investments, I served as a Senior Architect Consultant, where I designed and implemented a C# API for Deutsche Bank's SunGard Martini system. This API was critical to the success of several statistical and data analytical tools utilized by the firm's asset management divisions.RESPONSIBILITIES• API Development: Designed and implemented a robust C# API for the SunGard Martini system, enabling enhanced integration and functionality for asset management tools.• Full Project Lifecycle Management: Managed projects from conception to deployment, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.• Legacy Systems Migration: Led the migration of legacy systems to modern platforms, improving performance and maintainability.• Technical Expertise: Leveraged proficiency in C#, C++, Java, R, Python, and SWIG to develop efficient and scalable solutions.• Collaboration: Worked closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and provide solutions that met the complex needs of asset management.• Quality Assurance: Implemented best practices in coding and testing to ensure high-quality deliverables.ACHIEVEMENTS• Critical API Implementation: Successfully developed a C# API for SunGard Martini, facilitating the creation of advanced statistical and data analytical tools that enhanced decision-making in asset management.• Legacy Systems Modernization: Spearheaded the migration of key legacy systems, reducing operational risks and maintenance costs.• Performance Optimization: Improved system performance and reliability through efficient coding practices and optimization techniques.• Technical Leadership: Mentored junior developers and provided technical guidance, fostering a culture of excellence within the team.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C#, C++, Java, R, Python• Tools and Technologies: SWIG (Simplified Wrapper and Interface Generator), SunGard Martini• Databases: SQL Server, Oracle
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  • Ubs
    Senior Consultant, Emerging Markets It
    Ubs Aug 2010 - Oct 2010
    Zurich, Ch
    At UBS, as a Senior Consultant in the Emerging Markets IT team based in Singapore, I directed and led the development of high-profile technology solutions that significantly enhanced the firm's risk management and regulatory reporting functions.RESPONSIBILITIES• Team Leadership: Led the Emerging Markets IT team in designing and implementing technology solutions tailored to the firm's needs in risk management and regulatory compliance.• Collaboration: Worked closely with traders, risk managers, and compliance officers to gather requirements and deliver effective solutions that met regulatory standards.• Process Improvement: Streamlined workflows and introduced best practices to enhance the team's productivity and the quality of deliverables.ACHIEVEMENTS• Enhanced Risk Calculations: Successfully reduced the time required to calculate market risk by optimizing data aggregation and processing, enabling faster response times in volatile markets.• High-Profile Solutions: Built several critical technology solutions that improved the firm's ability to manage risk and comply with regulatory requirements in emerging markets.• Efficient Data Aggregation: Improved the efficiency of pricing information retrieval from Reuters, leading to more accurate and timely risk assessments.• Team Development: Led and mentored the IT team in Singapore, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C#, .NET Framework• Frameworks and Technologies: WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation), WinForms, Entity Framework• Databases: MS SQL Server• Data Integration: Reuters Data Feeds
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  • Credit Suisse
    Senior Consultant, Commodities It
    Credit Suisse Jul 2009 - Aug 2010
    Zurich, Ch
    At Credit Suisse, I served as a Senior Consultant in the Commodities IT team, where I played a crucial role in transforming the investment banking department's risk management and data analysis processes. My efforts focused on enhancing data accuracy, improving pricing efficiencies, and integrating advanced technologies to support strategic decision-making.RESPONSIBILITIES• Collaboration and Liaison: Acted as a liaison between the global market data and technology development teams, facilitating effective problem-solving and project execution.• Technical Leadership: Provided expertise in software development, system architecture, and risk management to guide project teams and stakeholders.• Quality Assurance: Ensured the highest quality standards in system development and implementation through rigorous testing and validation.• Stakeholder Engagement: Worked closely with investment bankers, risk managers, and IT professionals to gather requirements and deliver tailored solutions for business needs.ACHIEVEMENTS• Successful System Migration: Executed the migration from an Excel-based system to a C#-based platform, resulting in a 40% increase in data processing speed and 30% improvement in pricing accuracy.• AI-Driven Data Correction: Implemented AI solutions that reduced erroneous market data by 25%, significantly enhancing the reliability of risk assessments and investment strategies.• Enhanced Efficiency: Developed advanced data analysis tools that streamlined pricing processes, leading to 20% faster decision-making within the investment banking department.• Effective Collaboration: Successfully coordinated with global teams to resolve complex data and technology issues, fostering a collaborative environment that accelerated project timelines.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C#, Python, VBA• Databases: MS SQL Server, Oracle
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  • Citi
    Quantitative Architect
    Citi Jun 2009 - Dec 2009
    New York, New York, Us
    After returning from a two-year sabbatical, I joined Citi’s Private Bank as a Quantitative Architect to drive innovation in portfolio analysis and risk management. My mission was to empower bankers with real-time tools that enhance client recommendations through data-driven insights and optimized strategies.RESPONSIBILITIES• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Worked closely with bankers, risk managers, and IT teams to gather requirements, ensure tool alignment with business needs, and facilitate seamless integration with existing systems.• Technical Leadership: Provided guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence within the team.• Documentation and Training: Created comprehensive documentation and conducted training sessions to ensure effective tool usage and knowledge transfer across the Private Bank division.ACHIEVEMENTS• Enhanced Decision-Making: Developed a portfolio analysis tool that enabled bankers to provide real-time re-allocation and risk optimization recommendations, enhancing client satisfaction and investment outcomes. • Increased Efficiency: Streamlined data workflows and integrated Bloomberg pricing models, improving the accuracy and reliability of financial reports.• User Adoption: Achieved high user adoption rates through intuitive tool design and effective training, ensuring that bankers could leverage the tool’s full potential.• Scalable Solutions: Built a scalable architecture that supported the growing data needs of the Private Bank, accommodating increasing client portfolios and complex financial instruments.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: Java, MATLAB, C#, PL/SQL, VBA• Data Management: Oracle PL/SQL, SQL Server• Reporting Tools: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint
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  • Goldman Sachs
    Quantitative Developer, Ficc
    Goldman Sachs Jun 2006 - Jun 2007
    New York, New York, Us
    At Goldman Sachs, I served as a Quantitative Developer within the Fixed Income, Currency, and Commodities (FICC) division. In this role, I was the lead architect and builder of the “Equity Quote Tool” pricing engine, a critical component for enhancing trading strategies and optimizing pricing models for front-office traders.RESPONSIBILITIES• Architectural Leadership: Led the design and development of the “Equity Quote Tool” pricing engine, ensuring robust architecture and seamless integration with existing trading systems.• Core Development: Programmed the primary logic driving the core functionality of several advanced pricing models, enhancing accuracy and reliability in market valuations.• Strategic Collaboration: Collaborated with front-office traders to co-formulate the overall vision and strategy for tool implementation, aligning technological solutions with trading objectives.ACHIEVEMENTS• Successful Tool Implementation: Successfully architected and deployed the “Equity Quote Tool” pricing engine, significantly improving the accuracy and speed of equity pricing models used by front-office traders.• Performance Enhancements: Achieved a 40% reduction in processing time by implementing parallel grid computing and optimized algorithms, enabling real-time data analysis and faster decision-making.• Strategic Impact: Co-formulated and executed the strategic vision for the pricing engine in collaboration with traders, resulting in enhanced trading strategies and increased profitability.• Innovation in Technology: Pioneered the integration of distributed databases and advanced web interfaces, setting new standards for technological infrastructure within the FICC division.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: C++, Java, Python• Computing Platforms: Parallel Grid Computing, High-Performance Computing (HPC)
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  • Mitsubishi Ufj Securities
    Quantitative Developer, Fixed Income Division (Inflation Bonds)
    Mitsubishi Ufj Securities Feb 2006 - May 2006
    Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo, Jp
    At Mitsubishi UFJ Securities, I served as a Quantitative Developer within the Fixed Income Division, specializing in Inflation Bonds. I was responsible for designing and implementing robust software architectures for risk management, portfolio management, and trading systems, leading a green-field project from inception to deployment.RESPONSIBILITIES• Green-Field Project Leadership: Spearheaded the development of new systems from scratch, establishing best practices and architectural standards to support inflation bonds trading and risk analysis.• System Development: Developed core functionalities using Java and C++, enabling real-time trading operations, portfolio optimization, and detailed risk assessments.• Collaboration: Worked closely with quantitative analysts, traders, and IT teams to gather requirements, provide technical insights, and deliver solutions that meet business objectives.ACHIEVEMENTS• Successful System Implementation: Designed and deployed a state-of-the-art risk management and trading system for Inflation Bonds, significantly enhancing the division’s ability to manage and optimize portfolios.• Enhanced Data Accuracy and Efficiency: Streamlined the integration of Bloomberg and Reuters data feeds, improving data accuracy and reducing the time required for data processing and analysis.• Scalable Architecture: Developed a scalable software architecture that accommodated increasing data volumes and complex trading strategies, supporting the division’s growth and evolving needs.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: Java, C++• Data Integration: Bloomberg API, Reuters API• Databases: Sybase SQL
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  • Jpmorgan Chase
    Quantitative Developer, Structured Portfolio & Algorithmic Trading
    Jpmorgan Chase Oct 2004 - Oct 2005
    New York, Ny, Us
    At JPMorgan Chase, I served as a Quantitative Developer within the Structured Portfolio & Algorithmic Trading team. My role focused on developing high-frequency algorithmic trading strategies, statistical arbitrage models, and integrating machine learning and AI to enhance trading performance and portfolio management.RESPONSIBILITIES• Algorithm Development: Designed and implemented high-frequency trading strategies and statistical arbitrage models to exploit market inefficiencies.• Collaboration: Worked closely with traders, data scientists, and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver data-driven solutions.• Performance Optimization: Optimized trading algorithms for speed and efficiency, minimizing latency and maximizing execution performance.ACHIEVEMENTS• ETF Database & Reporting: Created and maintained a comprehensive ETF database, enabling accurate and timely production of periodic ETF reports using Bloomberg, Reuters, and Datastream.• Backtesting Engine Development: Designed and implemented a sophisticated backtesting engine for algorithmic trading strategies, ensuring rigorous testing and validation of JPMorgan’s trading algorithms.• Enhanced Trading Performance: Leveraged machine learning and AI to develop more effective trading algorithms, resulting in improved trading performance and reduced risk exposure.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: Java, C++, Python, R• Data Sources: Bloomberg API, Reuters API, Datastream• Trading Platforms: FIX Protocol, RESTful APIs• Backtesting Tools: Custom-built backtesting engine
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  • Bank Of America
    Quantitative Developer, Interest Rates Derivatives Desk
    Bank Of America May 2004 - Sep 2004
    Charlotte, Nc, Us
    At Bank of America, I served as a Quantitative Developer within the Interest Rates Derivatives Desk. I was instrumental in developing and implementing sophisticated interest rate models that enhanced the desk’s ability to manage risk, price derivatives accurately, and optimize trading strategies.RESPONSIBILITIES• Model Development: Designed and implemented various interest rate models using VBA and C++ to support the pricing and risk management of interest rate derivatives.• Data Analysis: Conducted in-depth data analysis to validate model accuracy, performance, and reliability, leveraging large datasets from internal and external sources.• Collaboration: Worked closely with traders, risk managers, and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver tailored quantitative solutions.ACHIEVEMENTS• Advanced Interest Rate Models: Successfully implemented various interest rate models in VBA and C++, significantly improving the accuracy and efficiency of derivative pricing and risk management.• Enhanced Risk Management: Developed robust models that provided deeper insights into interest rate risk, enabling more informed trading and hedging strategies.TECH STACK• Programming Languages: VBA, C++, Python• Databases: SQL Server, Oracle• Tools: Excel, MATLAB
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Jiri Pik Skills

Trading Systems Derivatives Vba C# Fixed Income Market Risk Risk Management Interest Rate Derivatives Investment Banking Bloomberg Sql Equities Market Data C++ Portfolio Management Scrum Electronic Trading Equity Derivatives Quantitative Finance Options Analytical Abilities Communication Skills Java Monte Carlo Simulation Financial Markets Capital Markets Creative Problem Solving F# Credit Derivatives Commodities Quantitative Analysis Time Series Analysis Fx Statistical Arbitrage Low Latency Hedge Funds R Proprietary Trading Credit Risk Structured Products Equity Trading Trading Strategies Financial Engineering Portfolio Optimization Statistical Modeling Risk Swaps Bloomberg Terminal Factset Reuters 3000

Jiri Pik Education Details

  • Charles University
    Charles University
    Mathematical Economics
  • Charles University
    Charles University
    Economics
  • Various Postgraduate Courses
    Various Postgraduate Courses

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Jiri Pik attended Charles University, Charles University, Various Postgraduate Courses.

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Jiri Pik has skills like Trading Systems, Derivatives, Vba, C#, Fixed Income, Market Risk, Risk Management, Interest Rate Derivatives, Investment Banking, Bloomberg, Sql, Equities.

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Jiri Pik's colleagues are Shirley Tan, Mohamed Ashraf, Zakiah Saberan, Gim Choo Ng, Hamizawati Ab Karim, Kamisah Abu Bakar.

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