Data Scientist - Algorithmic Power Trading Advisor

What You Can Expect

As a Data Scientist - Algorithmic Power Trading Advisor at ENGIE Energy Marketing North America (EEMNA), you will play a critical role in driving data-informed trading decisions by analyzing and enhancing internal price forecasting models. You will collaborate closely with the Head Trader and partner across software and data science teams to turn advanced models and statistical insights into real-time trading outcomes. Your work will directly influence trading strategy and portfolio performance in dynamic energy markets.

This position operates in a fast-paced, high-impact environment that demands a strong foundation in probabilistic thinking, uncertainty quantification, and statistical analysis. You'll be responsible for evaluating the accuracy of forecasts, identifying opportunities for improvement, and building tools to monitor risk and strategy performance. The ideal candidate is analytically sharp, self-motivated, and thrives at the intersection of data science and financial decision-making.

Reporting to the Head of Algorithmic Power Trading, your roles and responsibilities include:

• Using Python, SQL (and SQL-like databases), Jupyter, and PyCharm to analyze, quantify, and evaluate price forecasts and trading strategies
• Working with the Head Trader to refine, evaluate and monitor forecasts and trading
• Leveraging data analysis to help identify areas for improvement of probabilistic price forecasts and collaborating with the Data Science team to help resolve those
• Developing tools to quantify, evaluate, and monitor risk across individual trading strategies as well as algorithmic portfolios
• Assisting with trading performance retrospective deep dives to understand drivers of results and building tools and pipelines to accelerate these analyses

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Finance or related field
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience working as a Quant Trading, Data Scientist, Systems Engineer, Software Developer or a similar role
• Proficiency with quant concepts, e.g. linear algebra, correlated uncertainty quantification and statistical analysis
• Proficiency in Python and SQL (or similar)
• Proficiency with probabilistic thinking and evaluation
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-experts and document methodologies clearly
• Demonstrates a team-first mentality, strong attention to detail, and exemplary critical thinking with the ability to learn quickly

Additional Details

• This role is based in Houston, TX with a hybrid work arrangement. However, for highly qualified candidates outside the area, a fully remote option within the U.S. is available, provided the individual can travel to the Houston office at least one week per month
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 15% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips

Compensation

Salary Range: $131,000 - $200,790 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all - we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn't just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we're leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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This role is eligible for sponsorship.

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