Sr. Analyst, Portfolio Optimization

NextDecade; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDecade seeks a Sr. Analyst, Portfolio Optimization to drive LNG portfolio value through rigorous analysis of contracts, assets, and market opportunities.

You will partner with commercial, trading, and operations teams to optimize cargo allocation, nominations, shipping deployment, and optionality, delivering insights that support profitable decisions. The role requires strong LNG knowledge, analytic capability, and experience in scenario analysis and risk assessment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in LNG portfolio optimization, LNG shipping, trading support, or analytics.
• Strong analytical and optimization skills with ability to translate complex results.

Responsibilities

• Run LNG portfolio optimization model including long-term supply and sales contracts, LNG assets, market access and pricing indices.
• Support LNG commercial teams with portfolio-level pricing and valuation, scenario planning and stress testing.
• Translate optimization results into actionable commercial recommendations.

Skills

LNG optimization

Python

Portfolio management

Data analysis

Education

Operations research degree

Tools

Python

Optimization solvers

Job description

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION

NextDecadeis committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility nearBrownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on theNasdaq Stock Marketunder the symbol “NEXT.”NextDecadeis headquartered inHouston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

The Sr. Analyst, Portfolio Optimization supports the optimization and valuation of an LNG portfolio by analyzing supply and sales contracts, shipping assets, and market opportunities to maximize portfolio value. The role partners closely with commercial, trading, and operations teams to evaluate cargo allocation, shipping strategies, contract optionality, and new business opportunities, while providing scenario analysis, risk assessments, and actionable insights that support commercial decision-making and profitability. Candidates should have LNG industry experience, strong analytical and optimization skills, and the ability to translate complex quantitative results into clear business recommendations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Portfolio Optimization & Analytics

• Run LNG portfolio optimization model, including:
  • Long‑term supply and sales contracts (FOB, DES, SPA optionality)
  • LNG assets (liquefaction, shipping)
  • Market access, pricing indices, and temporal flexibility
• Optimize decisions across:
  • Cargo allocation and destination selection
  • Contract nominations, deferrals, and diversions
  • Shipping deployment and fleet utilization
• Quantify and value contractual and operational optionality embedded in the portfolio

Commercial & Trading Support

• Support LNG commercial teams with:
  • Portfolio‑level pricing and valuation
  • Incremental value analysis for new deals and amendments
  • Scenario planning and stress testing under price, demand, freight, and operational scenarios
• Work closely with trading, shipping, and commercial operations teams to understand value drivers and constraints, and proactively provide forward‑looking insights on portfolio exposure, value drivers, and trade‑offs
• Evaluate portfolio impacts of:
  • New assets or contracts
  • Market dislocations and basis shifts
  • Regulatory or operational constraints
  • Translate complex optimization results into actionable commercial recommendations

REQUIREMENTS

• 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

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc. This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary.
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions.
• While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear.
• The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.
• Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

*In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

• Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.
• Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.
• Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.
• Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.
• Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.
• Diversity – We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed.

NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.