I am a results-driven machine learning and software engineer currently pursuing an MS in Computer Science (Machine Learning) at Columbia University. I bring experience from Goldman Sachs and leading financial institutions, plus hands-on AI and cloud development work, to create data-driven solutions at the intersection of technology and finance. My projects span AI-assisted education platforms, automated valuation tools, and investment analytics. I enjoy turning complex problems into scalable products, collaborating across finance, academia, and industry to empower learners and clients with actionable insights.

Emanuela Romano

I am a results-driven machine learning and software engineer currently pursuing an MS in Computer Science (Machine Learning) at Columbia University. I bring experience from Goldman Sachs and leading financial institutions, plus hands-on AI and cloud development work, to create data-driven solutions at the intersection of technology and finance. My projects span AI-assisted education platforms, automated valuation tools, and investment analytics. I enjoy turning complex problems into scalable products, collaborating across finance, academia, and industry to empower learners and clients with actionable insights.

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I am a results-driven machine learning and software engineer currently pursuing an MS in Computer Science (Machine Learning) at Columbia University. I bring experience from Goldman Sachs and leading financial institutions, plus hands-on AI and cloud development work, to create data-driven solutions at the intersection of technology and finance.

My projects span AI-assisted education platforms, automated valuation tools, and investment analytics. I enjoy turning complex problems into scalable products, collaborating across finance, academia, and industry to empower learners and clients with actionable insights.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Engineering Research Assistant at Columbia Business School
September 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Built an AI-driven educational platform for the Columbia Business School, implementing AI-driven, voice-enabled debate simulations that enabled 300+ MBA students to improve critical thinking and argumentation. Analyzed 3000+ student–AI interactions to derive insights on learning effectiveness and guide iterative product improvements.
Wealth Management Professional at Goldman Sachs
July 1, 2020 - May 1, 2023
Performed asset allocation and investment performance analysis for a client book exceeding $1B. Executed 2000+ trades across equities, fixed income, FX, options, structured products, and commodities; supervised FX hedging strategies and quarterly forwards over $200M. Presented private equity opportunities to clients, enabling subscriptions into over 10 funds.
Financial Advisory Services Summer Analyst at Deloitte Tirana
June 1, 2020 - June 1, 2020
Gathered and organized financial data for due diligence of two companies in Kosovo (second-largest FMCG retailer and a leading telecommunications company).
Finance Summer Analyst at Barclays
June 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Assessed banks' leverage requirements and stress-testing procedures.

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science (Machine Learning) at Columbia University
August 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science in International Economics and Finance at Bocconi University
September 1, 2017 - October 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services