Trading Operations Manager (f/m/x) Energy

suena; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Urban Sports Club membership

Wellbeing check‑ins

Mental health support

Pet‑friendly office

Ergonomic desks

Job summary

suena energy is seeking a Trading Operations Manager to monitor trading alerts, investigate anomalies, and coordinate across Tech, Trading, and Operations. You will execute manual trades when automation is limited and support onboarding new assets during testing and ramp‑up.

Join a growing green tech startup focused on algorithmic energy trading for energy storage and renewables; thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with on‑call duties in Hamburg.

Qualifications

• Strong situational judgment in high‑tempo environments such as Trading, Tech Ops, or Incident Management.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret asset and market behavior and set priorities.
• Calm, structured work approach handling multiple high‑impact incidents.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana) and basic automation concepts in trading contexts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor trading alerts and dashboards, investigate anomalies, and drive priority‑based resolutions.
• Coordinate across Tech, Trading, Operations, partners, and customer contacts with clear communication.

Skills

Situational judgment

Analytical thinking

Calm under pressure

Grafana familiarity

Automation basics

Clear communication

Ownership

Energy markets knowledge

German & English (C1)

Job description

Intro

Hamburg | €60.000 - €70.000 annual | Full-time | 30 days vacation | German & English C1

Are you passionate about intelligent and digital solutions for the energy transition? Join suena energy as a Trading Operations Manager (f/m/x) and help us ensure reliable operations of our trading and asset management processes! suena energy is a green tech startup specializing in algorithmic energy trading for energy storage systems and renewable energies. Our vision: a world where clean energy is used reliably, economically, and intelligently. With our AI-based optimization and trading software, we maximize the revenues of operators of large-scale energy storage and renewable assets on short-term electricity and balancing markets - while simultaneously minimizing their risks.

We’re a 50+ person team that’s fast‑paced by nature, but a place where people actually look out for each other. Following our successful Series A, we’re investing in expanding our team - and looking for an experienced incident & operations specialist to build the foundations, structures, and processes of this newly formed function as we rapidly scale and onboard more assets each month.

Your mission

• Monitor trading alerts and dashboards, investigate anomalies, and drive quick, priority‑based resolution.
• Coordinate seamlessly across Tech, Trading, Operations, partners, and customer technical contacts with clear, fast communication.
• Execute manual trades when automation is limited and support new asset onboarding during testing and ramp‑up.
• Create and update incident tickets, ensure follow‑through, and document actions and outcomes cleanly and reliably.
• Improve playbooks and processes to boost scalability, consistency, and audit readiness.
• Collaborate closely with Portfolio Management, Customer Success, Product, and Tech to feed operational insights into product and system improvements.

Your profile

• You have strong situational judgment from high‑tempo environments like Trading, Tech Ops, Control Room Ops, Incident Management, or similar roles
• You think analytically and in systems, quickly interpreting complex asset and market behavior, spotting anomalies, and making clear priority calls
• You stay calm and structured under pressure, managing several high‑impact incidents in parallel
• You’re fluent with monitoring and alert‑driven tools (e.g., Grafana) and understand simple automation logic, incl. automated trading behavior
• You communicate clearly and directly, especially in urgent situations, and work smoothly with technical partners and customer contacts
• You work with precision and ownership, following rules, documenting cleanly, and acting with a service‑oriented mindset
• You learn fast, especially when it comes to energy markets, automated strategies, grid basics, and asset performance metrics
• You operate confidently in German and English (C1) and can join a 24/7 on‑call rotation in Hamburg

Why us?

• Shape the Future: Help drive the energy transition with us! Join a booming market, real startup spirit, and make your mark in sustainability.
• Connecting & Co-Creating: Strategy off‑sites (like Denmark 2024) and onsite weeks for real collaboration and shared ideas.
• Work Your Way: Home office and flexible hours – you know what works best for you and your team.
• Team Spirit: Yoga, shared lunches, after‑work fun – we support each other and keep the vibe strong, even when it’s busy. Barista, DJ, guitarist included – we can’t wait to discover your hidden talent!
• Fair & Transparent: Clear structures, democratic decisions, and a feedback culture where your voice counts.
• Body & Mind: Urban Sports Club membership, wellbeing check‑ins, and mental health support – your energy matters.
• New Office Vibes: 10th‑floor office with rooftop terrace, canteen, great views, ergonomic desks, hardware of your choice, and pet‑friendly!
• Sustainable Extras: Deutschlandticket, FutureBens, and more – supporting your mobility and future.

What else?

suena energy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and reject any form of discrimination. It is important to us to create an inclusive environment for all our team members. We want to particularly emphasize that our call for applicants is addressed to all genders. The integration of people with disabilities is an opportunity and not a problem for us, and we, therefore, welcome their application.

About us

suena energy is a green tech startup specializing in algorithmic energy trading for energy storage systems and renewables. Our vision: a world where clean energy is used reliably, economically, and intelligently—and where we actively accelerate the energy transition by enabling batteries and renewables to power our grids. With our AI-based optimization and trading software, we maximize the value and market participation of large‑scale energy storage and renewable assets in short‑term electricity and balancing markets—while minimizing risk for operators.

We’re a 50+ person team that’s fast‑paced by nature, but the kind of place where people actually look out for each other. Following our successful Series A, we’re on a strong growth trajectory and continue to expand—impacting the future of energy together every day. At suena, you’ll find the freedom to shape your work, bring your ideas to life, and help accelerate the energy transition as part of a passionate, cross‑functional team.

Ready to make a difference? Find your next challenge with us!

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