Senior LNG Portfolio Optimization Analyst

NextDecade; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDecade Corporation is seeking a Sr. Analyst, Portfolio Optimization to optimize LNG portfolios across contracts, assets and shipping. You will partner with commercial, trading and operations to deliver actionable insights and maximize profitability.

The role requires strong LNG domain knowledge, advanced quantitative skills, and the ability to translate complex results into clear business guidance. Join a dedicated team advancing LNG capacity and market opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of LNG value chains, including contracts, shipping, and physical operations.
• 5+ years in LNG portfolio optimization, LNG shipping, trading support, or analytics.
• Ability to communicate complex results clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with risk metrics, scenario analysis, and valuation frameworks.
• Degree in operations research, applied mathematics, economics, or similar.
• Experience working with integrated LNG portfolios or merchant LNG businesses.
• Knowledge in optimization techniques (LP / MILP; stochastic optimization a plus).
• Proficiency in Python, optimization solvers, and data analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Run LNG portfolio optimization model, including long-term contracts, LNG assets, and market access.
• Optimize decisions across cargo allocation, contract nominations, and shipping deployment.
• Quantify and value contractual and operational optionality within the portfolio.
• Support LNG commercial teams with portfolio pricing, valuation, and scenario planning.
• Translate optimization results into actionable commercial recommendations.

Skills

LNG portfolio optimization

LNG shipping

Analytics

Python

Data analytics tools

Non-technical communication

Education

Operations research degree

Tools

Optimization solvers

Python

Job description

NextDecade Corporation is seeking a Sr. Analyst, Portfolio Optimization to optimize LNG portfolios across contracts, assets and shipping. You will partner with commercial, trading and operations to deliver actionable insights and maximize profitability.

The role requires strong LNG domain knowledge, advanced quantitative skills, and the ability to translate complex results into clear business guidance. Join a dedicated team advancing LNG capacity and market opportunities.