(Senior) Commercial Intraday Analyst (m/f/d)

Statkraft; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Unlimited learning opportunities

Flexible working solutions

Parental leave

Work-life balance

Zusammenfassung

Statkraft is hiring a Commercial Analyst in algorithmic energy management to design and optimize trading algorithms for intraday markets. You will work with a team of traders, dispatchers and market specialists to translate commercial needs into robust technical solutions.

The role emphasizes end-to-end algorithm lifecycle, from modelling and backtesting to live deployment and performance improvements, with potential regional expansion into Spain, France and Italy.

Qualifikationen

• Strong university degree in a quantitative discipline (Maths/Stats/CS/Engineering/Quant Finance)
• Experience in quantitative development, algorithmic trading or energy trading
• Strong Python skills with tested, maintainable code
• Knowledge of statistics and time-series analysis; interest in ML for trading
• Understanding of European power markets; willingness to learn local market rules
• Fluent English; German/Spanish/French/Italian an advantage

Aufgaben

• Design, develop and improve trading algorithms for intraday markets and renewable portfolio balancing.
• Write clean, tested, documented code with peer review and appropriate testing.
• Cover the full algorithm lifecycle from market analysis to deployment and monitoring.
• Contribute to architecture, reliability and scalability of the trading platform.
• Adapt algorithms to support business expansion in Spain, France and Italy.
• Collaborate with traders, dispatchers and market specialists to translate needs into solutions.
• Leverage market data and live feedback to improve trading outcomes.

Kenntnisse

Python

Git

Statistics

Time-series analysis

Machine learning

English

Ausbildung

Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or Quantitative Finance (degree)

Tools

Git

Jobbeschreibung

• Full-time
• Business Units: ME - Energy Management

Company Description

Why Statkraft?

Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That’s what we offer. 125 years of unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. Because in the fight against climate change, we don’t see renewable energy as part of the solution. We believe it must be the solution. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

But there’s more work to be done. That’s why we need you to join us.

If you have a background in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or Business, you might be our new colleague!

You can start a career that helps to solve the climate crisis, with Statkraft. As a commercial analyst in algorithmic energy management and optimization you will leverage the power of digitalization to trade and steer flexible assets autonomously. Realise the potential of renewable energy. Make a positive impact on our planet.

Job Description

You will join Statkraft’s Continental Intraday Trading organisation, where we develop and operate the algorithmic trading platform and specialised algorithms used to balance renewable generation in short-term power markets. Working closely with traders, dispatchers and market specialists, you will contribute across the algorithm lifecycle—from analysis and backtesting to implementation and live operation.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop and improve trading algorithms for intraday markets and the balancing of renewable portfolios.
• Write clean, structured and maintainable code, supported by appropriate testing, documentation and peer review.
• Work along the full algorithm lifecycle—from market analysis, modelling and backtesting to deployment, monitoring and performance improvement.
• Contribute to the architecture, reliability and scalability of our algorithmic trading platform.
• Adapt algorithms to support business expansion in Spain, France and Italy, reflecting local market design and operational requirements.
• Work closely with traders, dispatchers and market specialists to translate commercial needs into robust technical solutions.
• Use market data, live performance and operational feedback to improve trading outcomes and contribute to team deliveries.

As Intraday Power is trading continuously, 24/7 at 365 days a year, you will be part of a business hours day-shift system. You will be expected to assist through daytime standby duties on weekends or public holidays on an as-need basis, preferably from home. Special situations might require presence in the office.

Qualifications

• We are looking for a quantitative professional who combines software development skills with commercial curiosity and an interest in European power markets. The depth of experience will determine whether you join at Analyst or Senior Analyst level. You should bring:
• A strong university degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Quantitative Finance or a comparable quantitative discipline.
• Relevant experience in quantitative development, algorithmic trading, energy trading or a related environment; deeper professional experience is expected for the Senior Analyst level.
• Strong Python skills and the ability to write structured, tested and maintainable code; experience with Git and code review is an advantage.
• A sound foundation in statistics, time-series analysis, optimisation or data-driven modelling, together with an interest in applying machine learning and modern AI tools to trading problems.
• An understanding of short-term power trading and European market mechanisms, or a strong motivation to develop it; experience in Spain, France or Italy is an advantage.
• A structured, quality-focused way of working and the ability to connect technical solutions with commercial needs.
• Strong communication skills and fluent English; German, Spanish, French or Italian is an advantage.

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities and the future. Together, we work on the front lines of changing the game for renewable energy. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation including Linkedin Learning and inspiring leaderships program like IMD
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and backgrounds
• The opportunity to work somewhere with pride, and to be able to honestly say “My work is contributing to saving the planet”
• A work culture that puts emphasis on the individual, offering flexible working solutions, parental leave and work life balance principles

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.

Statkraft offers competitive terms of employment and benefits schemes, and we’re a trusted employer that puts the safety of our people first. We believe that a safe and healthy working environment is a matter of choice, not chance.

Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries.We conduct background checks on qualified applicants before hire.The applicant must be eligible for security clearance andauthorisation.