North American market Senior Quantitative Analyst/Trader

Nitor Energy A/S; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 508,905 - 763,358; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive opportunities for personal development

Social work environment with team events

Delicious lunch arrangement

Job summary

Nitor Energy A/S is seeking a Senior Quantitative Analyst/Trader in Aarhus to join our North American power trading business. This role requires at least 2 years of relevant experience in FTR or DART and strong quantitative and analytical skills. You will conduct research, design trading strategies, and develop quantitative tools in a collaborative environment. We offer a competitive salary package, a fun work atmosphere, and modern office facilities in the heart of Aarhus.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as an FTR trader/analyst, DART trader/analyst, or in a similar role in North American power.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with a practical approach to solving problems.
• Strong drive to challenge the status quo.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and design trading strategies for North American power markets.
• Develop, test, and execute quantitative trading strategies.
• Monitor market developments, news, and data to identify trading opportunities.

Skills

FTR trading

DART trading

Quantitative analysis

Python programming

Problem-solving

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Quantitative Analyst/Trader to join our growing North American power trading business and make an immediate impact. This role is relevant for candidates with experience in either FTR or DART.

As a Senior Quantitative Analyst/Trader on our North American team, you will play a key role in the next phase of our growth in the US power market. We are strengthening our DART activities across all ISOs/RTOs while expanding our trading setup into FTRs. You will help shape how we grow from here – through research, strategy design, trading, and close collaboration with experienced quants and traders across the business.

You will join an ambitious and collaborative culture with a flat structure, where the best idea wins. We work closely together to improve, challenge each other, and build something meaningful as a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and design trading strategies for North American power markets
• Develop, test, and execute quantitative trading strategies
• Apply and deepen our capabilities within either FTR or DART
• Monitor market developments, news, and data to identify trading opportunities
• Improve models, tools, and the broader trading framework
• Share knowledge and contribute to raising the level of the team

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as an FTR trader/analyst, DART trader/analyst, or in a similar role in North American power
• Strong working knowledge of one or more ISO/RTOs
• Experience with the full lifecycle of a strategy, from research and modeling to execution and risk management
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with a practical approach to solving problems
• Strong programming skills, preferably in Python
• Able to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communicator and reliable team player
• Strong drive to challenge the status quo

Benefits

• A young, dynamic, ambitious and fun work environment
• Extensive opportunities for personal development and career growth. You will be given responsibility from day one and receive close sparring with other experienced quants and traders
• The opportunity to contribute and make your mark on the team’s development
• A competitive salary package
• A fun and social work environment with events such as Friday bars, poker tournaments, summer and Christmas parties etc. throughout the year. We also offer weekly sports activities to boost team spirit, such as our Nitor-running club!
• Delicious lunch arrangement with food from Meyers in our own canteen
• Brand new office facilities located in the heart of Aarhus, right next to Dokk1 and Letbanen