Optimisation Algorithm Developer page is loaded## Optimisation Algorithm Developerlocations: Antwerp: Copenhagen: Aalborgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: May 15, 2026 (21 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0083713**Join us, be part of more.** We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that’s energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently – we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. **About your team:** At Centrica Energy, our mission is to move it. We’re energy movers by nature. We’re a global renewable energy trading company which helps move energy from source to use – powering businesses, homes, and societies as they transition to a new sustainable energy future. If the idea of working to create a sustainable energy future also moves you, we may very well be the right place for you.## **The role**You join the Optimisation Algorithm Development team of Centrica Energy as a Quantitative Developer! Your team is focused on optimising performance and revenue of portfolios of flexible assets in a variety of energy markets.Together with the team you deliver projects from inception (market analysis and strategy simulation) over implementation to production and operational follow-up.As a Quantitative Developer, you'll focus on developing and implementing algorithmic trading strategies. Your daily tasks include:* Applying and evaluating trading strategies (in Python) and benchmarking them against state of the art solutions.* Clearly communicating your findings and analysis to the team and contributing to collaborative strategy development and improvements.* Following-up how the trading strategies from our team are performing in the real world, and collaborate with traders to improve them.## ## **About you***Prior experience with algorithmic trading in the energy sector is preferred but not mandatory.*A one-sentence description of the person we are looking for:"You are a pragmatic, tech-savy quant that wants to build algorithmic trading strategies in the energy sector".Lets break that down:**Quant** You can translate real-world problems in a mathematical optimisation formulation. You feel at ease with concepts like distributions and probabilities. You know how to quantify and back-test performance of algorithms. You understand when and how to apply machine learning techniques for forecasting purposes.**Tech-Savy** You have experience with writing production ready code in a professional setting. You understand the relevance of version control and code review processes. You have experience or are strongly interested in using AI Based Coding Tools. You have experience with Numpy, Scipy, Python optimisation frameworks - or are motivated to learn these.**Develop software to solve complex challenges** You know how to translate problems "from the real world" into a software solution. You know that writing software is not the goal, but just a tool for enabling a business-goal. You feel at ease while talking to business experts to gain more knowledge about the context.**In the energy sector** You care about the environment and the impact that we have on it. You are motivated to enable a transition towards a higher share of renewables in the energy mix. You are familiar with, or strongly interested in the mechanics of international energy markets.**Pragmatic** You don't get lost in details and keep your focus on the end goal. Even though you are familiar with state of the art algorithms, you also know when simple solutions are sufficient.## ## **Our offer**An opportunity to become part of a high potential and fast growing energy technology company in a top-tier team, where your creative input will have a real impact. You will get to contribute to the development of sustainable grid balancing solutions, strongly impacting reduction of carbon footprint in Europe and North America.Beyond this, the candidate will be offered an attractive and comprehensive remuneration package.The team is based in Antwerp (Belgium), walking distance from the station. You can be based out of Antwerp, Copenhagen or Aalborg but should expect to be onsite in Antwerp on a frequent basis.We have a flexible home-working policy in place.#LI-CET We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. When it comes to energy, no one does it like us. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. We’re made up of 12 different businesses, but united by our purpose as Centrica. We’re energisers. Our journey to a greener, fairer future is powered by individuals like you.### We’re powered by purposeThrough innovative green products, intelligent energy solutions and developing smarter ways to use and save energy, we’re not just part of the energy transition, we’re leading it. Our commitment goes beyond sustainability. Together we’re bringing our collective energies to create positive change in our local communities. If you immerse yourself in our fight to change tomorrow, you might just find your why.We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We're building a community where you can be unapologetically you, where differences are celebrated, and where everyone can belong. Real inclusivity also means supporting the different realities our people face. That’s why we have the UK’s best Carers Policy and are continually building our approach to flexibility and wellbeing. Of course, we love having fun too. We’re a people place after all.
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