Senior Software Engineer/Data Scientist (m/f/d)

To support our Global Commercial Team, beginning at the earliest possible date, we are looking for a qualified and dedicated

Senior Software Engineer/Data Scientist (m/f/d) Vollzeit, Berlin

As a member of the Global Commercial Team, the Senior Software Developer will be responsible for the quantitative and analytical aspects of the commercialization of power and other products or services from ib vogt’s global assets. The Developer will support the team in creating the internal modelling capabilities and corresponding software solutions needed to assess and optimise the commercial prospects of individual assets and portfolios, given a variety of ever changing physical, legal and corporate determinants. The spectrum of applications ranges from descriptive domains such as quantitative research, analysis and monitoring to practical domains such as risk management, origination, trading and decision making.

 The preferred candidate has professional experience in quantitative analysis of market data as well as software development. The preferred candidate has previous experience working in energy sector

Your tasks will include:

• Develop algorithms and software for the evaluation of power sales deals (long-term and short term) using large scale data sets (including but not limited to historical power market data, forward markets, grid data, load data, etc..)
• Perform data analytics tasks in support of asset development and power offtake negotiations as requested by the business
• Develop optimization algorithms for the assessment and implementation of alpha investment/trading opportunities across power markets using both proprietary and other market models
• Support strategic and tactical sale of power as required with data analysis and running of required algorithms and software
• Develop algorithms and software and models in support of power trading functions (e.g. dispatch and power flow models, hedging and position management models) (later stage)
• Provide analytical support to traders for making hedging and pricing decisions (later stage)
• Support bank financing transaction with analysis as required

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software development, engineering, finance, or other mathematics related subjects; Master’s degree a plus
• Strong coding background with work experience in using Matlab, R, Python and/or other programming languages or other languages aimed at application scripting, web scraping, computational statistics
• Experience in working with large databases to access, manipulate and process data
• Experience in working with quantitative models desirable (academic work also acceptable in lieu of work experience on a case-by-case basis)
• Knowledge of energy markets, products and derivatives including futures, swaps and options desirable
• At least four years of experience in a similar position in a commodity trading or consulting firm, utility, or power infrastructure developer or financial sector
• Ability to explain complex ideas in a cohesive and concise manner
• Ability to effectively interface with multiple roles and build relationships both internally and externally within the organization and with clients
• Strong commercial and proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative across multiple tasks
• Knowledge of financial modeling and solar PV engineering desirable
• Intercultural competence and team-player
• Languages: English (native speaker or excellent command), additional languages welcome

  About usWould you like to join a pioneer in renewable energy with the track record, ambition and mission to drive large-scalePV to meet growing global needs for clean electricity?

ib vogt, one of the world’s leading integrated PV developers, delivers superior and sustainable impact and performance.We aim to always be at the forefront of technology, solutions, the marketplace and opportunities, while delivering high-quality large-scale PV power plants to our customers worldwide. We are a multinational and fast-growing multi-GW company with over 320 experienced professionals and invest several million euros annually. Our team works highly professionally and in an international, dynamic environment. We offer a great workplace for our diverse staff to learn,grow and contribute.

The company conducts business in more than 43 countries and operates internationally from its headquarters in Berlin,Germany, as well as its offices in the UK, the Netherlands, Spain, France, Italy, Poland, the USA, Australia, Singapore,the Philippines, South Korea, India and Bangladesh. We offer you:

• A truly international work environment with colleagues from around the world
• An open-minded and highly motivated team
• Interesting and challenging tasks
• We encourage both teamwork and personal responsibility
• Great opportunities for professional and personal growth
• Competitive compensation (based on experience)