Quantitative Trading Software Developer

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We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

About your team:

We’re the pride of Ireland. Bord Gáis Energy have been powering the nation’s homes and businesses for almost 40 years. But now, we’re so much more than just gas and electric. Through our unique combination of household heroes and energy assets, we’re at the heart of the energy transition in Ireland, strengthening the country’s energy security and helping customers get ready for a net zero future.

About your role:

We are seeking a Quantitative Trading Software Developer who’ll take responsibility for assisting in the build, design, operation, and continuous improvement of all software that support our trading strategies. The role will require involvement across various elements of the software development lifecycle, from initial requirements gathering and design through to implementation, testing and deployment.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Progress and maintain existing software systems and applications.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust software solutions to support trading strategies and business operations.
• Integrate software components and third-party programs, ensuring quality, consistency, and availability for analysis and trading.
• Manage and optimize application performance to ensure efficient operation and user experience.
• Work closely with Quantitative Analysts, Data Scientists, Developers, Traders, and other stakeholders to understand software requirements and deliver solutions that meet their needs.
• Assist in the development of trading strategies through building of predictive statistical and econometric models.
• Implement and maintain security protocols to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of software systems.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software systems, applications, and processes.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to improve and develop existing software architecture and facilitate robust and scalable solutions.
• Understand specific technology and trading requirements for Front Office and facilitate the design, development and delivery of software solutions, applications, tools and dashboards through independent work and collaboration with other teams.
• Work with other teams to assist in the development and enabling of software-driven solutions, contributing to the overall technology roadmap for the business.

Here's what we’re looking for:

• Experience with cloud platforms that support scalable software development and deployment, such as DataBricks and Microsoft Azure.
• Undergraduate degree in a discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or Physics. A postgraduate qualification is preferred.
• Experience in developing software development solutions in Energy, Trading or Finance would be an advantage.
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects and tasks.
• Demonstrate a passion for research, statistics, and data analysis using software development as well as a demonstrated ability and passion for designing and implementing development solutions within the business.
• Interested in energy markets in particular I-SEM and a genuine enthusiasm for quantitative trading.
• Software Development experience in a previous role.
• Demonstrated ability to work across the various elements of software development journey from data engineering through to data science and trade execution.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Data Bricks.
• Experience in the use of cloud infrastructure such as Azure or similar.

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Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.

https://www.morethanacareer.energy/bordgais

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

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