Sr. Analyst - Portfolio Optimization

About Nextdecade Corporation

Next Decade is 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 near Brownsville, 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.

Next Decade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” Next Decade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit

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.

• Portfolio Optimization & Analytics:
  • Long‑term supply and sales contracts (FOB, DES, SPA optionality)
  • LNG assets (liquefaction, shipping)
  • Market access, pricing indices, and temporal flexibility
• 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

• 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

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.

• 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

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