30 Dec
Trafigura
Calgary
Front Office D&A; Application Engineer
Apply locations Calgary, Canada time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R-014859
Main Purpose:
We are recruiting for a software engineer to work directly with the traders and research analysts in our trading teams. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced commercial setting, playing a vital role in a real time, data and software driven trading environment.
Whilst working directly with the trading teams who are based in various global sites such as Geneva, Houston and Singapore, the engineer will be part of the global data science and engineering team who are responsible for the ingestion and management of market and fundamental data,
sophisticated modelling techniques, data & analytics applications and solutions.
The software engineer will be technically leading and building applications and software using cutting edge cloud and software technology stacks. Building end to end software platforms and stacks in a modern and innovation fueled business.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:
- Engineer software such as components, frameworks and micro-services, applications and tools for front office.
- Build core infrastructure and common services for use across DnA applications, such as common services and frameworks.
- Build cloud native big data platforms and analytics solutions.
- Build and maintain time critical data integration pipelines (ETL/ELT).
- Implement a strong SDLC and agile principles to software delivery.
- Apply domain driven design.
- Problem solving and applying software solutions and automation to complex business issues and processes.
Abilities, Experience and Qualifications:
- 5+ years of software engineering experience.
- Java or Python experience necessary.
- Object oriented programming understanding.
- Test driven development experience.
- Cloud and modern development experience.
- Experience building micro-views/mini-apps would be welcome.
- AWS experience (E.g. S3, Redshift, Glue, Lambda) nice to have, willingness to learn – essential.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related subject.
- AWS certifications are a plus.
- Prior front office experience in Commodities, Fixed Income, Equities, Asset Management would be a plus.
Competencies:
- Outstanding communication and ability to interact with a diverse set of partners across business lines and technology.
- Understanding and experience implementing software engineering best practices.
- Ability to tackle problems under pressure.
- Ability to effectively prioritize tasks of high importance.
Key Relationships and Department Overview:
The Data Science and Engineering team researches, develops, and provides sophisticated analytics and data services and applications to the trading business, and other commercial operations at Trafigura.
Trafigura’s European Gas and Power teams handle both physical and derivative portfolios. The team heavily relies on data, analysis and process automation. They are looking to work with someone who can develop an understanding of their business and ultimately take ownership for a variety of technical applications and processes on the desk.
At the heart of global supply, Trafigura connects vital resources to power and build the world. Through our Metals and Minerals, Oil & Petroleum Products and Gas, Power and Renewables, commercial divisions, we use infrastructure, logistics and financing to connect producers and consumers,
using our deep understanding of the markets we serve to make supply more efficient, secure and sustainable.
We are accelerating our investments in renewable energy, including hydrogen, ammonia and other low-carbon energy technologies required for the transition to a low carbon future. We are committed to responsible business practices and we work with our stakeholders to improve environmental and social standards, bringing greater trust and transparency to global supply chains.
A career at Trafigura offers a gateway to working on some of the most exciting challenges of a rapidly changing world – from helping to optimise supply chains to developing infrastructure and new markets. In a culture that is founded on openness and energy, our people work as part of a multinational,
globally connected team and thrive in a fast-paced environment where they can nurture and commercialise bold ideas. Everyone has a voice and is empowered to collaborate across geographies and disciplines to help shape our business and the wider world. We know the importance and value of diversity in our business and we invest in attracting, developing and retaining talent from all backgrounds.
Founded in 1993, Trafigura is one of the largest independent employee-owned commodities groups in the world with over 12,000 people working across more than 60 offices. The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy; and joint ventures Impala Terminals, a port and logistics provider, and Nalo Renewables, investing in wind, solar and battery storage projects.
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