Mathematical AI/ML Researcher for Finance, Trading, and Social Science
I’m a Mathematician and Machine Learning Engineer with a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from the Université de Montréal. Over the past decade, I’ve combined rigorous academic research with hands-on engineering to solve challenges in finance, predictive analytics, computer vision, and more. My experience includes leading full-stack development teams, building real-time ML pipelines, and bridging theory with practice to produce high-impact, data-driven solutions.
My current research focuses on reinforcement learning and foundation LLM model tuning, among other core ML methods. I’m driven by the idea that a deep understanding of both theory and real-world constraints produces the most effective, elegant outcomes. Whether optimizing risk models for algorithmic trading or developing new architectures for conversational AI, I aim to create solutions that are innovative, robust, and practical.
Google Scholar - https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=tcfoASYAAAAJ&hl=en
GitHub - https://github.com/jefferythewind
Stack Overflow - https://stackoverflow.com/users/959306/jeffery-the-wind
I enjoy collaborating on ambitious projects and always welcome opportunities to push the boundaries of AI/ML research and development. Let’s connect and see how we can build the future together!
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Allora Labs · Contract Full-time
● Design and implement quantitative models to evaluate and predict financial market dynamics. ● Design and implement agentic portfolio management strategies ● Support the design and simulation of tokenomics models, reputation systems, and decentralized governance structures. ● Conduct A/B testing and causal inference to evaluate experimental systems and protocol changes. ● Develop dashboards, data pipelines, and reporting tools for internal stakeholders and community transparency. ● Explore novel intersections between cryptoeconomic primitives and machine learning optimization. Skills: Machine Learning · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Quantitative Finance · Scientific Computing · Cryptocurrency newsun.png

I was recruited to work on data science and mathematical finance task at Numerai. I worked with the chief scientist and CEO on critical research projects and risk management tools. During my time there I researched the popular stochastic discount factor deep learning model by Luyang Chen, Markus Pelger, and Jason Zhu. I developed a custom risk system. I researched new learning algorithms by modifying the gradient boosted decision tree framework, in a new paper by myself called, Era Splitting. Skills: Academic Research · Financial Technology · Time Series Forecasting · Data Science · Quantitative Finance · Asset Management · Data Modeling · Financial Modeling · Mathematics · Machine Learning · Predictive Modeling · Software Development · TensorFlow · Python · Programming Languages · Cluster Analysis · Investment Management · Predictive Analytics · Data Pipelines · Computer Science · Applied Machine Learning · Deep Learning · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Amazon Web Services (AWS) · Quantitative Research · Algorithmic Trading · Trading Strategies · AWS Lambda · Quantitative Analytics · Systems Design · Intelligent Systems

Develop and deploy machine learning-based systems to process data, generate signals, and trade in real time in the global futures markets. Full stack infrastructure designed and built from ground up including hardware. Collaborated with other researchers, led discussions, and produced several academic papers. Skills: Academic Research · Financial Technology · Linux · C# · Time Series Forecasting · Teamwork · Asset Management · Data Modeling · Machine Learning · Predictive Modeling · Software Development · Team Leadership · TensorFlow · Python · Statistical Modeling · Programming Languages · Investment Management · Predictive Analytics · Data Pipelines · Computer Science · Applied Machine Learning · Deep Learning · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Quantitative Research · Algorithmic Trading · Trading Strategies · Quantitative Analytics · Systems Design · Research Skills · Mathematical Modeling · Intelligent Systems

I worked with the oversight and surveillance group on developing automated, machine learning - based processes for improvement the oversight system. I worked on research in the field on anomaly detection and created customer neural network architectures to implement a semi-supervised anomaly detection system, which could extend the unsupervised system that they had developed already. I share results in my paper: Deep Semi-Supervised Anomaly Detection for Finding Fraud in the Futures Market. https://arxiv.org/abs/2309.00088 Skills: Academic Research · Financial Technology · Deep Neural Networks (DNN) · Time Series Forecasting · Computer Programming · Data Modeling · Neural Networks · Financial Modeling · Predictive Modeling · Software Development · TensorFlow · Artificial Neural Networks · Anomaly Detection · Programming Languages · Predictive Analytics · Computer Science · Applied Machine Learning · Unsupervised Learning · Deep Learning · Quantitative Research · Trading Strategies · Quantitative Analytics · Systems Design · Financial Markets

As part of the department of applied math and statistics, this is a highly mathematical degree which emphasizes financial application. Great faculty, great students. Skills: Academic Research · Financial Technology · Time Series Forecasting · Asset Management · Data Modeling · Predictive Modeling · Software Development · Programming Languages · Investment Management · Predictive Analytics · Applied Machine Learning · Quantitative Research · Algorithmic Trading · Trading Strategies · Quantitative Analytics · Systems Design · Intelligent Systems

Mini Graphics, Inc. · Permanent Part-time
Development, implementation, and maintinance of new databasing computer systems that require both front and back-end development and support using Microsoft VB.Net, Oracle MySQL database, Python, PHP, HTML, Javascript, Linux and more. Version control and backup plans implemented. Data analysis and business insight repeorts to the management team. Skills: Time Series Forecasting · Automation · Data Modeling · Knowledge Engineering · Predictive Modeling · Software Development · Programming Languages · SQL · Data Pipelines · Computer Science · Python (Programming Language) · Applied Machine Learning · MySQL · Database Administration · PostgreSQL · Quantitative Analytics · Systems Design

Freelance style position, minimum 100 trades per day in the NYSE. Skills: Time Series Forecasting · Algorithmic Trading
Kunming Globe-trotter Travel Consulting Company
Help run classes for the sales staff, and sales presentations. I introduced the aspects and benefits of timeshare vacation packages that we sold. Use Chinese language exclusively for these sales presentations.
Yunnan Sincere Sino Int'l Affairs Corp
Interests Robotics, financial markets/microstructure, control theory, systems development, signal processing for understanding market price processes, main ideas, social networking, the big picture, multiculturalism, and Traditional Chinese culture.
Grade: A Activities and societies: Department of Math and Statistics, Applied Math During my doctoral studies at the University of Montreal, I had the privilege of learning core machine learning and AI concepts from world-renowned researchers at UdeM and Mila. Studying in the Mathematics department meant exploring foundational principles and applying them to financial contexts. Over the course of my PhD, I worked on multiple research projects—both independently and by leading small teams—that advanced our understanding of generalization, probability, optimal transport, and empirical modeling. I’m driven by the thrill of finding meaningful patterns in data and linking them to real-world problems. Mathematics offers a powerful lens to delve beneath the surface and make sense of hidden complexities. As the field of AI continues to evolve, particularly in the realm of language models, I find it more inspiring than ever to explore new possibilities and push the boundaries of what can be achieved. Skills: Predictive Modeling · Asset Management · Financial Technology · Academic Research · Time Series Forecasting · Algorithmic Trading · Predictive Analytics · Quantitative Finance · Quantitative Analytics · Trading Strategies · Computer Programming · Systems Design · Applied Machine Learning · Intelligent Systems · Quantitative Research · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Algorithms · Programming Languages · Software Development · Data Pipelines · TensorFlow · Deep Learning · Computer Science · Machine Learning · Cluster Analysis · Investment Management · Data Modeling · Mathematics
Activities and societies: Founder and president of Stony Brook Quantitative Finance Club. During my master’s studies, I concentrated on computational (high-dimensional) statistics to uncover patterns in financial data. I teamed up with a classmate to develop tools for database extraction, using Python to retrieve information from our on-campus NYSE/Euronext TAQ database. I also made extensive use of Matlab, NumPy, and SciPy for data analysis, enabling efficient handling of large datasets and the discovery of valuable insights. Skills: Predictive Modeling · AWS Lambda · Asset Management · Financial Technology · Academic Research · Time Series Forecasting · Algorithmic Trading · Predictive Analytics · Quantitative Analytics · Trading Strategies · Systems Design · Applied Machine Learning · Quantitative Research · Programming Languages · Software Development · Investment Management · Data Modeling

Taiji Class, Cultural Exchange, Written and Spoken Chinese class, 4.0 GPA
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