Senior LNG Portfolio Optimizer – Analytics & Strategy

Nextdecade; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDecade is seeking a Sr. Analyst, Portfolio Optimization to optimize and value an LNG portfolio. You will analyze contracts, shipping assets, and market opportunities to maximize portfolio value and support commercial decision-making.

The role requires 5+ years in LNG optimization, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate quantitative results into business recommendations. Collaboration with commercial, trading, and operations teams is essential, along with proficiency in Python

Qualifications

• Strong LNG value chain understanding including contracts, shipping, and operations.
• 5+ years in LNG portfolio optimization, shipping, trading support, or analytics.
• Ability to communicate complex results to non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with risk metrics, scenario analysis, and valuation frameworks.
• Degree in operations research, applied math, economics, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Run LNG portfolio optimization model for long-term supply and sales contracts.
• Evaluate LNG assets, shipping, and market access to maximize value.
• Optimize cargo allocation, nominations, deferrals, and fleet deployment.
• Provide scenario planning and stress testing under varied market conditions.
• Translate optimization results into actionable commercial recommendations.

Skills

LNG optimization

Analytics & modeling

Python

Optimization LP/MILP

Risk analysis

Scenario planning

Stakeholder communication

Education

Operations Research / Applied Mathematics degree

Economics degree

Tools

Python

Optimization Solvers

Data analytics tools

Job description

NextDecade is seeking a Sr. Analyst, Portfolio Optimization to optimize and value an LNG portfolio. You will analyze contracts, shipping assets, and market opportunities to maximize portfolio value and support commercial decision-making.

The role requires 5+ years in LNG optimization, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate quantitative results into business recommendations. Collaboration with commercial, trading, and operations teams is essential, along with proficiency in Python