Quantitative Analyst

Insight Global; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A large power generation company in Calgary is seeking a Power and Gas Quantitative Analyst. This permanent position involves developing pricing models and analytical tools to support trading strategies. Candidates should have experience in quantitative analysis, familiarity with power and gas markets, and proficiency in Python. This hybrid role requires strong analytical skills to evaluate market data and complex transactions successfully.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in quantitative analysis, preferably in energy trading or financial markets.
• Strong understanding of power and gas markets, with specific experience in PJM.
• Ability to price option models and evaluate exotic transactions.

Responsibilities

• Develop pricing models for optimal trading strategies.
• Build analytical tools to support trading activities.
• Provide quantitative insights for complex transactions.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Energy trading

Python for data analysis

Advanced Excel skills

Market data tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline

Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.)

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Yes Energy

Genscape

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Power and Gas Quantitative Analyst to join a large power generation company in Calgary, Alberta, on a permanent basis, working hybrid, 3 days a week on site. This role focuses on supporting the PJM portfolio by developing pricing models, building analytical tools, and providing quantitative insights to optimize trading strategies. The successful candidate will work closely with traders and analysts to evaluate complex transactions, hedge positions, and analyze market data in the Eastern power markets. This is a highly quantitative role requiring strong analytical skills and familiarity with energy markets.

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Skills and Requirements

• 1-4 years of experience in quantitative analysis, preferably in energy trading or financial markets
• Strong understanding of power and gas markets, with specific experience in PJM.
• Ability to price option models and evaluate exotic transactions.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and model development.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data platforms such as Snowflake and Databricks.
• Familiarity with market data tools such as Yes Energy and Genscape.
• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline (Math, Statistics, Computer Engineering, Finance, or related field). - Knowledge of Eastern power markets beyond PJM.
• Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in a quantitative field.