Kaidong Zhang
Quantitative Research Analyst at Stevens Capital Management LP
About
Kaidong Zhang is a Quantitative Research Analyst at Stevens Capital Management LP, based in Jersey City, NJ. In this role, he focuses on the development and implementation of empirically driven, systematic trading strategies within a leading quantitative hedge fund environment. His responsibilities include researching asset pricing, investor behaviors, and the use of advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to improve trading outcomes.
He specializes in liquid asset classes such as global futures, currencies, and equities, utilizing proprietary low-latency algorithms for high-frequency trading. His academic research interests extend to topics such as prospect theory and algorithmic decision making within financial markets, as evidenced by his scholarly publications.
Prior to joining Stevens Capital, Kaidong Zhang built expertise in quantitative finance and computer science through rigorous academic training and research. He is recognized for his analytical skills and contributions to the advancement of quantitative methods in the investment management sector.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Capital Management LP | Quantitative Research Analyst | Dec 2023 to Present | — | 
| Amazon | Sr. Data Scientist | Feb 2022 to Dec 2023 | — | 
| Stevens Capital Management LP | Summer Analyst | May 2015 to Jul 2015 | — | 
| Guosen Securities | Debt Capital Market Intern | May 2014 to Jul 2014 | — | 
| Shenzhen Capital Group Co., Ltd | Manager Assistant | Unknown to Present | — | 
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Masters, Mathematics, Finance
2014 — 2015
Peking University
Bachelors, Applied Mathematics
2010 — 2014
Others at Stevens Capital Management LP (6)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| Senior Analyst | Bryn Mawr, PA , United States | |
| JJ D Draves | Analyst | Homer, AK , United States | 
| MMike Blagden | Senior Investment Analyst | Wayne, PA , United States | 
| MMike Cameron | Senior Analyst | Wayne, PA , United States | 
| Quantitative Research Analyst | Philadelphia, PA , United States | |
| analyst | Newtown Square, PA , United States |