Quant Trader

Quant TraderDepartment: TechnologyEmployment Type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: UK - LondonDescriptionAt Field, we’re accelerating the build out of renewable energy infrastructure to reach net zero. We are starting with battery storage, storing up energy for when it’s needed most to create a more reliable, flexible and greener grid. At Field, we will show that batteries are a valuable part of our energy infrastructure - now, not in some distant future.We have ambitious plans to become Europe’s defining clean energy player over the next few years, expanding beyond batteries into new asset types.OverviewAt Field, we are developing our automated energy trading platform, Gaia. Before the end of this year we will deploy Gaia to trade in real-time for our physical assets in the UK power markets.You will be part of a small, fast moving team of certified power traders, wearing multiple hats, and you will have a tangible impact shaping how we increase revenue. You will be working with people across the organisation: platform engineers, data scientists, the executive team, commercial operations, and more.This is an operational role and the candidate will need to be flexible regarding their working hours, and be in a position to participate in an on-call rotation as part of a small team. The market is 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and you will be one of the key responders for any aspect of trading that requires humans in the loop, such as responding to unplanned or emergency scenarios.This is an exciting time to join Field, right at the core of the business. In the next few years our team’s responsibility will expand rapidly as we deploy Gaia for dozens of assets in the UK and across Europe.Key ResponsibilitiesThis is a broad and varied role with the opportunity to have massive impact. As part of the team, you will:
Develop algorithms to trade, forecast and co-optimise revenues across multiple markets
Be part of the team that manages live trading and physical assets, and provide 24/7 support
Deploy and maintain real-time, mission-critical software
Develop the ability to inform and/or override algorithmic decisions in volatile market conditions
Present trading results to senior management
Identify gaps in our trading strategy from backtests and competitor analysis, and improve and iterate on our trading strategies
Drive the development of the product roadmap
Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseA bit about you
You’re up for an operational role and are keen to get stuck into trading in the power markets. You are happy to be flexible with working hours and are able to be on-call
You’re a clear, impactful communicator, able to articulate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
You thrive in autonomous work environmentswith a positive and proactive approach
You’re excited to learn - you enjoy learning about new and complex topics and are able to pick them up quickly
We are interested in candidates from a variety of backgrounds such as Trading, Data Science, Data Analytics, Operations Research or related fields, with a minimum of 3 years experience.Required Skills
Demonstrable experience drawing conclusions from data to make impactful decisions
Expert in Python development for data manipulation, analysis, visualisation and more
Ability to communicate complex topics and results effectively at all levels
Strong applied probability and statistics knowledge
Development and deployment of algorithmic trading strategies
Experience in the UK or European power markets is a plus
BenefitsWe’re offering a competitive compensation package, including participation in our employee share scheme which rewards all employees for the growth of the business.Other benefits include
Enhanced parental leave, for all new parents:
6 months fully paid primary carer leave
3 months fully paid secondary carer leave
10 days fully paid leave for fertility treatment
Up to 10% company wide bonus based on company performance
Hybrid working (blend of home and office working to suit individual needs)
Nest pension (8% combined contributions) on qualifying earnings
25 days holiday + bank holidays
£2,000 annual learning & development budget to spend on whatever best supports your growth
1 month a year ‘work from anywhere in the world’ policy
Spill: our mental health benefit allowing every Fielder access to equal and unrestricted therapy and resources
Green leave: paid time off to do something good for the environment
Fun co-working office space in Shoreditch, London
Dog friendly office (with some regular furry friends already in the team)
Free team lunch once a week
Regular team socials
Birthday carbon offset: a gift from Field to the world to celebrate your birthday
& many more on the way!
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