Quantitative Natural Gas Trader – US Markets

Quantitative Natural Gas Trader – US Markets About the Role

We are seeking a highly analytical and technology-driven Quantitative Natural Gas Trader to support and expand our activity across North American gas markets. This position blends quantitative research, market analysis, and algorithmic execution within a fast-moving commodities trading environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in designing systematic trading approaches, interpreting market signals, and enhancing trading performance through data-driven decision making.

• Design, implement, and manage quantitative trading strategies focused on US natural gas markets
• Monitor live algorithmic trading activity and adjust models based on evolving market behaviour and risk exposure
• Conduct in-depth analysis of market fundamentals including supply and demand balances, storage trends, pipeline flows, weather impacts, and macroeconomic or geopolitical developments
• Partner closely with quantitative researchers, traders, and software engineers to build scalable and automated trading solutions
• Evaluate trading results and identify opportunities to improve execution, forecasting accuracy, and portfolio performance
• Support the ongoing development of trading systems, analytical tools, and infrastructure enhancements
• Contribute new ideas and research initiatives that strengthen market positioning and trading capabilities

You will become part of a collaborative and entrepreneurial trading organization with teams operating across multiple international locations. The culture values innovation, independent thinking, and continuous improvement, while encouraging close interaction between commercial, quantitative, and technical functions.

This role offers direct exposure to decision-making processes, rapid implementation cycles, and significant ownership from an early stage.

• Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Physics, Finance, Statistics, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience within natural gas trading, energy markets, or a comparable commodities environment
• Strong understanding of North American gas market structure, pricing drivers, and physical/fundamental dynamics
• Familiarity with energy trading venues and execution platforms including ICE, CME, or equivalent systems
• Advanced analytical and quantitative capabilities, particularly in statistics, econometrics, optimization, or predictive modelling
• Proficiency in Python or another programming language commonly used for quantitative analysis and automation
• Ability to work from or regularly travel to Stamford, Connecticut

• Experience developing systematic or algorithmic trading models
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to make decisions under uncertainty
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across trading and technical teams
• Curiosity for market behaviour and enthusiasm for leveraging technology in trading environments