Hi, I'm Harsh Joshi

Quantitative Risk & Financial Technology Professional

I am a Master's candidate in Financial Technology and Analytics at The University of Texas at Dallas. My expertise lies in bridging the gap between advanced quantitative modeling, data science, and strategic financial management. From automating multi-asset risk engines to conducting predictive forecasting, I leverage data to drive structural integrity and critical market insights.

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Harsh Joshi

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, United States

Aug 2025 - May 2027

Master of Science in Financial Technology and Analytics

Coursework: Quantitative Risk Management, Derivatives Modeling, Portfolio Management, RPA & Automation Development.

D. Y. Patil International University, Pune, India

May 2020 - May 2024

Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering - Data Science and ML

Coursework: Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Big Data Analysis, Stochastic Processes, Linear Algebra.

Professional Experience

Quantitative Risk Teaching Assistant

Jan 2026 - May 2026

The University of Texas at Dallas

  • Facilitate technical mentorship for graduate students in Quantitative Risk and Financial Economics by guiding the application of complex risk models and advanced financial theories utilizing Python modeling.
  • Direct the mastery of quantitative methodologies and risk management frameworks to ensure high-level technical proficiency and academic excellence within the graduate program supporting strategic goals.

Finance Analyst Engineer

Jun 2024 - Jul 2025

Coforge, Pune, India

  • Engineered automated reporting solutions using Power Automate in Excel/Dataverse, reducing manual entry time by 80% for high-volume financial data while strengthening data integrity for quantitative risk modeling.
  • Executed ad-hoc financial analysis using Python and SQL to support senior leadership in critical market trends.

Finance and Analytics Intern

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

Jindal Steel and Power Limited, Raigarh, India

  • Developed advanced Power BI dashboards to visualize portfolio risk exposure and conducted predictive forecasting using historical data to track KPIs and provide senior executives with insights for strategic process improvements.

Finance Business Analyst Intern

May 2022 - Aug 2022

Wadhwani AI, Delhi, India

  • Leveraged AI-driven analytics to enhance budget forecasting accuracy by 15% and collaborated with risk teams to execute forward-looking cost-benefit analyses for advanced financial modeling.

Academic Project & Leadership

Automated Multi-Asset Risk Engine & Performance Analytics Dashboard

Engineered a Python and SQL-based Risk & Performance Engine that automated the extraction of multi-asset data from Addepar and Salesforce, utilizing Monte Carlo Simulations and Derivatives Modeling to stress-test portfolio resilience, while deploying RPA via Power Automate to deliver real-time Tableau dashboards for ALM and Compliance tracking.

Multi-Asset Portfolio Stress Testing & Derivatives Pricing Model

Developed a Monte Carlo Simulation framework to price complex derivatives and conduct Asset Liability Management (ALM) stress tests, utilizing Python to model volatility smiles and yield curve shifts for institutional risk assessment.

Campus Leadership

Vice President - Indian Students Association at UT Dallas

Representing a community of 4,000+ students and leading a 15-member executive board to execute large scale cultural initiatives that achieved peak attendance of 1,500+ participants and fostered inclusive engagement across the UT Dallas.

Jindal School of Management Student Representative - Graduate Student Assembly

Advocating for the professional and academic interests of 4,500+ graduate business students while collaborating with a 30-member legislative body to drive university-wide policy reforms and strategic resource allocation.

Skills & Competencies

Programming & Automation

  • Python, R, SQL, Tableau
  • Power Platform (Automate, BI, Query)
  • Advanced Excel (VBA)

Quantitative Modelling and Risk Analysis

  • Monte Carlo Simulation, Derivatives Modeling
  • Asset Liability Management (ALM)
  • Quantitative Risk Management
  • Financial & Data Modeling, Forecasting
  • Value at Risk (VaR), Stress Testing

Financial Markets and Domain Expertise

  • Portfolio Rebalancing, Equity Valuation
  • Fixed Income & Yield Curve Analysis
  • Variance Analysis, KPI Tracking
  • Compliance & Regulatory Standards
  • Investment Due Diligence, Asset Allocation

Core Competencies

Financial Statement Analysis, Performance Reporting (Addepar), Communication of Complex Concepts, Collaborative Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Organizational Skills, Strategic Planning, Change Management.

Certifications

Financial Modelling - Breaking into Wall Street, Complete Financial Analyst Course - 365 Careers, Finance Essentials - LSEG, Data Analytics Professional Certificate - Google LLC, Certified Power Platform Solutions Architect - Microsoft.