Summary
Nikhil Kona is a data-driven engineer who combines a Wharton BS in Finance & Statistics with a Penn Engineering MEng in Computer Science to tackle problems at the intersection of technology and business. With seven years of experience across startups, web development, data science, quantitative finance, and nonprofit consulting, he excels at translating analytical insight into product and strategy decisions—particularly in the financial sector. Comfortable shipping full-stack solutions and building quantitative models, he brings both hands-on technical chops and business fluency to cross-functional teams. Based in the New York City area, he’s motivated by adaptive, impact-oriented projects and has a track record of applying academic rigor to practical, growth-stage challenges.
6 years of coding experience
Master of Engineering - MEng, Computer Science, Master of Engineering - MEng, Computer Science at Penn Engineering
High School Diploma, Summa Cum Laude, High School Diploma, Summa Cum Laude at James Logan High School
Bachelor of Science in Economics - BS, Finance and Statistics, Bachelor of Science in Economics - BS, Finance and Statistics at The Wharton School