Cantor Coding and Trading

At Cantor Coding and Trading, we are committed to cultivating the next generation of leaders in programming and quantitative finance. Through a structured, hands-on approach, our members gain unparalleled exposure to the skills and expertise required to excel in the competitive world of algorithmic trading. Our quant team offers members the opportunity to: Engage in the complete quantitative research process, from crafting market hypotheses to implementing robust risk management strategies. Develop and deploy algorithmic trading models within a paper-trading portfolio. Compete in highly-regarded trading competitions. Build meaningful connections with leading professionals in the trading and finance industry. For aspiring developers, Cantor provides an environment that fosters innovation through real-world projects and mentorship. Members collaborate on advanced technologies, contribute to open-source initiatives, and tackle challenges designed to reflect the demands of top software engineering roles. Beyond technical expertise, we are dedicated to empowering our members through exclusive professional development resources, leadership opportunities, and a network of like-minded peers. At Cantor, we create a space where curiosity meets ambition, and talent is transformed into impact.

Reflecting on its inception, Cantor Coding and Trading has grown exponentially, while staying dedicated to cultivating excellence in academics and professional development for our members passionate about programming and quantitative finance. Guided by our founding principles focusing on aptitude, curiosity, and process-driven learning, we provide members with meaningful learning experiences through collaborative problem-solving and projects tailored to the needs of top firms in quantitative finance and software engineering. We would also like to take a moment to thank our Founding President, Rohan Agrawal, and our Founding Executive Board: Senior VP: Evan Hebreard | Coding Team Director: Senuka Gunaratne | VP Corporate Outreach: Siya Shah | VP Finance: Brian Lee | VP Education: Gabriel Feldman | VP Judicial Affairs: Kaiping Lu | VP Operations: Benjamin Tankel | VP Programming: Ilana P. | VP Recruitment: Austin Martinec | VP Professional Development: Divya Agarwal | VP Media: Zach Gillespie This vision, leadership, and dedication have laid the foundation for Cantor Coding and Trading’s success, enabling us to provide meaningful opportunities for members to grow academically and professionally. We also extend our gratitude to our corporate partners: Two Sigma Investments: A New York City-based hedge fund that uses advanced technological methods including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and distributed computing, for its trading strategies. PEAK6: An alternative to traditional option trading firms, developing proprietary technology to efficiently manage risk in the options market. Today, PEAK6 is a billion-dollar firm and one of the top options trading operations in the world. Thank you for your continued support in empowering our mission! ??