Yiwei Zhang

Yiwei (James) Zhang is a seasoned portfolio manager currently at Brevan Howard since October 2024, with previous experience as a portfolio manager at Amber Group from May 2022 to May 2024. Zhang has a strong background in quantitative trading, having worked at Grandline Technologies from May 2019 to March 2022 as a quantitative trader, where performance optimization and risk management were key responsibilities. At Grandline, Zhang implemented quantitative trading strategies enhancing profitability, including developing high-performing crypto strategies with significant Sharpe ratios. Previous roles include quantitative researcher positions at Goldenwise Capital Management and CPP Investment Board, focusing on volatility trading strategies and hedging against market risks, respectively. Early career experience includes developing pricing models for FX and commodity derivatives at Scotiabank. Zhang holds a Master's degree in Financial Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and additional degrees in Electrical Engineering and Theoretical Physics from the University of Toronto and the University of Science and Technology of China, respectively.