Carnegie Mellon University

Jacob Niyazov

Jacob Niyazov

Class of 2026

Bio

Jacob Niyazov is a meticulous problem-solver with a strong foundation in computer science and quantitative finance. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics & Statistics from Stony Brook University and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Computational Finance from Carnegie Mellon University. Jacob has developed automation tools and researched/validated an arbitrage opportunity in the investment grade fixed income market as a Quantitative Strategist Intern at Guardian Life, and created impactful web applications as a founding engineer at Swift Living. His technical expertise spans multiple projects, including implementing a low-latency order book system in C++ and advancing multiclass SVMs for optimization research. With a blend of technical skills and financial acumen, Jacob is well-positioned for a career in quantitative development or research.