Matthew P Jones

Quantitative Researcher | Ph.D. Physicist | Builder of ML-Driven Investment Systems with LLM Integration

Role
Chief Executive Officer at RocketTrader™ Inc.
Location
Franklin, TN, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Matthew P Jones

Quantitative researcher, entrepreneur, applied physicist and systems engineer with over a decade of experience developing high-performance models at the intersection of mathematics, machine learning and capital markets.As founder of Quants Compete, I have built and deployed investment strategies using equity derivatives, volatility modeling and real-time risk analytics. My recent work involves integrating large language models into structured financial workflows to streamline data extraction, enhance signal quality and support decision automation.My background includes developing mission-critical systems for defense applications, performing statistical analysis on high-volume detector data and leading predictive modeling for a $500M private fund - Reg. D 506(c)| 3(c)(5). Across these roles I have designed tools focused on scalability, reliability and transparency for both portfolio management and capital structure simulation.Technically fluent in Python, C++ and MATLAB with deep roots in linear algebra, numerical methods and statistical inference. I am especially interested in how AGI systems can be fine-tuned and evaluated through structured reasoning, multimodal data integration and real-world feedback.I work best at the intersection of applied research and engineering where model performance must translate into measurable real-world outcomes.

Experience

  1. Chief Executive Officer

    RocketTrader™ Inc.

    Mar 2020 — Present · TN, US

    Quants Compete is a quantitative investment advisory firm that provides clients with research-driven trading strategies, including option-based models and volatility-informed approaches. Our work emphasizes data analysis, risk modeling and signal generation to help clients navigate markets with precision.Learn more at https://quantscompete.com

Education

  • Grove City College

    Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Management

    1996 — 1998

  • Boston University Metropolitan College

    Project Management

    2018 — 2020

  • Clemson University

    Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering

    1998 — 2000

  • Avon High School

    High School Diploma

    1992 — 1996

  • Auburn University

    Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Physics

    2004 — 2011

  • Clemson University

    Master of Science (M.S.), Mechanical Engineering

    2001 — 2004

Skills

  • Ansys
  • Statics
  • Matlab
  • Tutoring
  • Science
  • Leadership
  • Plant Engineering
  • Gnuplot
  • Statistics
  • Teaching
  • Cfd
  • Python
  • Thermodynamics
  • Curriculum Development
  • Latex
  • Public Speaking
  • Autocad
  • 5s
  • Differential Equations
  • Research
  • C++
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • R
  • Mathematics
  • Dynamics
  • Tensile Testing
  • Mysql
  • Process Improvement
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Mathematica
  • Simulink
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Physics
  • Microsoft Office
  • Finite Difference

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