Lon Steger is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in building and optimizing electronic trading systems across the U.S. and European markets. Currently serving as the Director at Tradeweb, Lon leads strategic technology initiatives within the Dealerweb division, focusing on dealer-to-dealer fixed...
Lon Steger is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in building and optimizing electronic trading systems across the U.S. and European markets. Currently serving as the Director at Tradeweb, Lon leads strategic technology initiatives within the Dealerweb division, focusing on dealer-to-dealer fixed income and equity derivatives markets. His extensive background in operations management and strategic leadership has positioned him as a key player in driving innovation and efficiency in electronic trading.
Since joining Tradeweb full-time in 2021, Lon has played a pivotal role in the successful integration of the $190 million acquisition of Nasdaq Fixed Income. His hands-on approach to technology management involves daily engagement with API configurations and log analysis across multiple Unix/Linux environments. This technical expertise is complemented by his proficiency in using various trading and market data GUIs, which allows him to streamline processes and enhance system performance.
Lon's commitment to quality assurance is evident from his previous two years as a consultant, where he implemented QA automation for Dealerweb. This experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of the importance of robust testing frameworks in maintaining the integrity of trading systems. In addition to his technical skills, Lon excels in cross-functional team leadership and new business development, utilizing tools like Confluence and JIRA to manage projects effectively. His proficiency in shell scripting and Python further enhances his ability to innovate and automate processes, making him an invaluable asset to Tradeweb and the broader electronic trading landscape.
