Quantitative Analyst, Gas & Power Trading
LocationHouston, United States of America
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3–5 yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 30, 2025 · 11mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Advanced degree in mathematics, physics, finance, engineering, or computer science
Prior experience supporting trading and origination activities
In-depth knowledge and experience in financial mathematics, including option theory, derivative pricing, and risk analytics
Working experience in building large-scale pricing model libraries in a team environment, utilizing software lifecycle collaboration tools such as GitLab or GitHub
Development experience in object-oriented programming and design patterns
Proficiency in coding with programming languages such as Python, C#, C++, and/or VBA
Working knowledge of database applications, including Amazon Redshift, Oracle, and Snowflake
Familiarity with web-based applications such as Streamlit or DASH
Knowledge and experience with ETRM/CTRM systems like Allegro or Endur
Competency in MS Office applications
Strong verbal and written communication, and good interpersonal skills
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in similar roles within commodity trading, preferably in U.S. power and gas
Skills
Python
C#
C++
VBA
Amazon Redshift
Oracle
Snowflake
Streamlit
DASH
Allegro
Endur
GitLab
GitHub
MS Office
Main Purpose:
The North America Quantitative Analysis team at Trafigura provides modeling and pricing support for our North America trading and origination activities, with a primary focus on U.S. power and gas.
We are seeking a highly motivated professional who aspires to excel in one of the leading global commodity trading organizations. Join us to contribute to our continued success in areas requiring quantitative expertise.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:
Skills and Qualifications:
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Advanced degree in mathematics, physics, finance, engineering, or computer science.
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Prior experience supporting trading and origination activities.
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In-depth knowledge and experience in financial mathematics, including option theory, derivative pricing, and risk analytics.
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Working experience in building large-scale pricing model libraries in a team environment, utilizing software lifecycle collaboration tools such as GitLab or GitHub.
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Development experience in object-oriented programming and design patterns.
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Proficiency in coding with programming languages such as Python, C#, C++, and/or VBA.
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Working knowledge of database applications, including Amazon Redshift, Oracle, and Snowflake.
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Familiarity with web-based applications such as Streamlit or DASH.
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Knowledge and experience with ETRM/CTRM systems like Allegro or Endur.
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Competency in MS Office applications.
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Strong verbal and written communication, and good interpersonal skills.
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Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in similar roles within commodity trading, preferably in U.S. power and gas.
Key Responsibilities
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Developing and maintaining proprietary valuation library and internal pricing tools.
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Participating in and contributing to valuation requests for highly structured transactions.
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Conducting bespoke analyses using historical and forward-looking data.
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Bringing innovative solutions to ongoing modeling efforts.
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Managing mission-critical databases.
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Troubleshooting and enhancing existing data processes and analytics.
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Documenting modeling approaches and methodologies.
Location
Houston, TX or Denver, CO
Key Relationships and Department Overview:
Reports into the Head of North America Quantitative Analysis, working closely with front office gas and power trading functions for North America.
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