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About
Jonathan Shaw is a veteran quantitative trader based in Highland Park, Illinois, currently serving as a Quantitative Trader at PEAK6, where he leverages nearly two decades of experience in trading and risk management. In his current role, Shaw focuses on developing and executing algorithmic trading strategies, applying quantitative models to optimize performance across complex, multi-asset portfolios. While specific asset classes are proprietary, PEAK6's trading operations typically span equities, options, and derivatives, sectors in which Shaw is presumed to be deeply engaged.
Previously, Shaw held key positions as Risk Manager at TransMarket Group and as Algorithmic Trader at International Trading Group, where he honed his expertise in risk assessment, statistical modeling, and the design of automated trading systems. His career demonstrates a consistent emphasis on quantitative strategies in capital markets and the management of risk in high-frequency trading environments.
Shaw's academic background includes a degree from London Business School and Washington University in St. Louis, equipping him with a solid foundation in finance, quantitative analysis, and econometrics. Throughout his career, he has contributed to advancements in quantitative risk management and trading technology, distinguishing himself as an expert in the application of sophisticated analytics to financial markets.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEAK6 | Quantitative Trader | Apr 2021 to Present | — |
| TransMarket Group | Risk Manager | Jan 2011 to Jan 2020 | • Global head of operational, compliance and technology risk management.
• Designed and maintained risk modeling, monitoring and mitigation tools for algorithmic systems. |
| International Trading Group | Algorithmic Trader | Jan 2008 to Jan 2011 | • Collaborated with team of data analysts and software engineers to develop numerous automated trading strategies.
• Created trading, visualization and risk tools for use in equities, treasuries and c... |
| Breakwater Trading | Senior Trader | Jan 2004 to Jan 2008 | • Supervised team of traders trading algorithmic strategies in fixed income and commodity futures markets.
• Coordinated with programming team to overhaul cash/futures trading UI, substantially increa... |
| TransMarket Group | Fixed Income Trader | Jan 2001 to Jan 2004 | — |
Education
London Business School
Washington University in St. Louis
Others at Peak6 LLC (40)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Associate | Chicago, IL , United States | |
| Senior Research Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States | |
B Barbara Sun | Equity Options Trader | Austin, TX , United States |
| Propriety Options Trader - Division Manager | Clarendon Hills, IL , United States | |
B Benjamin Fisher | Equity and Index Options Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
D Dan FitzGerald | Sr. Research Analyst | United States |
D David Budworth | Partner | Austin, TX , United States |
E Ethan Carter | Foreign Exchange Trader | Chicago, IL , United States |
| Partner | Chicago, IL , United States | |
H Huanlong Li | analyst | Chicago, IL , United States |
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