Peeyush Jha
Class of 2027
Contact
- Email: peeyushj@andrew.cmu.edu
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News
- 2025 MSCF Trading Competition
- A New Academic Year at MSCF
- Alumni Reflect on the MSCF Program’s 30th Anniversary
- Breaking Barriers, Building Leaders: Women in Quant Finance
- Data Science in Finance
- Financial Engineering Salary
- High Stakes and Fair Values: CMU Students Face Off in the 2026 Market Making Game
- How to Become a Quant
- MSCF 30th Anniversary Celebration
- MSCF Advisory Board Member, Roni Israelov receives the 2024 Peter L. Bernstein Award
- MSCF Hosts 2025 Panel for Women in Data Science Pittsburgh
- MSCF Hosts 2nd Annual Datathon: Advancing Experiential Learning and Industry Connections
- MSCF Welcomes Rhonda Khan as Communication and Leadership Instructor and Coach
- MSCF Welcomes Shelli Faber as Associate Director of Career Services
- Quantbot Classroom Naming
- Squarepoint Foundation Deepens Partnership MSCF Through $100K Gift to Support Future Leaders
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Biography
My interest in finance sparked at age 11, watching my dad navigate the stock market's ups and downs. Over time, I came to see that mathematics and computer science form the backbone of modern finance, and that's why I joined CMU's MSCF program.
I aim to join a fast-paced trading firm or hedge fund where I can apply my skills in quantitative analysis, coding, and behavioral modeling to develop trading strategies. I bring my knowledge in Python, mathematics, and statistics- along with the mindset of a trader who thrives under pressure and makes quick, reasoned decisions.
I hold a computer science degree from UC San Diego and founded Triton Quantitative Trading, the university's first student-led quant finance club. I completed my undergraduate degree in just three years with a 3.96 GPA, while serving as club President and a CS tutor, showcasing my drive, focus, and ability to master complex material under time constraints.
I know the road ahead will be challenging. But what's the fun in life if I don't aim as high as I can? I'm very passionate and eager to step into the world of quantitative finance.
I'm available to connect via Zoom or in person to discuss how I can contribute to your team's success.