Bhavya Saini

About Bhavya Saini

Passionate and driven individual with a diverse background in academics and extracurricular activities. Currently pursuing a degree in chemical engineering at the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal, following a solid educational foundation at St. Anselm\'s school. Elected as a member of the hostel council, serving as a mess councillor in my first year, showcasing leadership and organizational skills early on.As an executive member of E-Cell NITK, I\'ve honed my entrepreneurial spirit and developed a keen interest in startups and innovation. Outside of academics, I thrive on intellectual challenges, whether it\'s playing chess, volleyball, or diving into books across various genres.My aspirations extend to becoming a research scholar, fueled by a passion for exploring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of knowledge. I\'ve actively pursued certificates and skills in machine learning and finance, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and growth.I\'m excited to leverage my interdisciplinary background and skills to contribute meaningfully to the fields of entrepreneurship, combining analytical rigor with creative problem-solving to drive impactful solutions. Let\'s connect and explore opportunities to collaborate and innovate together.

Experience

1. Quantitative Research Consultant

   Worldquant Brain

   May 2025 — Present

   Performed analysis of +10 years of historical market data to identify patterns, inefficiencies, and anomalies that could be exploited for systematic trading and alpha research. • Engineered 20+ alphas from both structured (price, volume, fundamentals) and alternative datasets (news sentiment, social Media) to increase returns and reduce drawdown. • Conducted robustness checks through cross-universe test, and regional tests.

Education

• St.Anselm's Alwar Rajasthan

  10th and 12th , PCM

• Indian Institute of Technology, Madras

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Data science

• National Institute of Technology Karnataka

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Chemical Engineering

• National Institute of Technology Karnataka

  BTech MINOR, Information Technology