About
David Chung is a Quant Trader at Old Mission based in New York, NY, where he specializes in designing, implementing, and optimizing algorithmic trading strategies for equities and other asset classes. His role focuses on leveraging advanced quantitative models and programming expertise to uncover trading opportunities and manage risk across highly liquid markets.
Before joining Old Mission in 2018, David held trading positions at Société Générale and KCG Holdings, Inc., gaining significant experience in high-frequency and derivatives trading environments. His expertise encompasses financial modeling, statistical analysis, and the deployment of automated trading systems within the U.S. equities and options markets.
David holds degrees from New York University’s Leonard N. Stern School of Business and The University of Texas at Austin, equipping him with a strong foundation in finance and quantitative methods. Throughout his career, he has contributed to the development and enhancement of systematic trading strategies, with a focus on improving market efficiency and delivering consistent performance in complex financial markets.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Mission | Quant Trader | Dec 2018 to Present | — |
| Société Générale | Trader | Jun 2016 to Nov 2018 | ETF Trader
- International Equity ETFs
- Market Making |
| KCG Holdings, Inc. | Trader | Oct 2010 to Jun 2016 | ETF Trader
- International Equity ETFs
- Market Making |
Education
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business
The University of Texas at Austin
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|---|---|---|
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D Daniel Suh | Senior Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
| Quant Trader | Chicago, IL , United States | |
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I Ife Onatunde | Quantitative Trader | New York, NY , United States |
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| Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
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