Trading Developer

SmartestEnergy Business Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy transition company in the UK is seeking a Trading Developer to design and deliver high-performance trading tools and automated processes. This role involves working closely with diverse teams to create robust solutions that enhance trading across multiple markets. The ideal candidate will have strong coding skills, experience with Azure, and a commitment to Agile practices. Flexible working arrangements are available, promoting a balanced work-life integration.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Global opportunities

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Professional experience designing and deploying coding solutions.
• Proven experience in statistical analysis and database management.
• Practical experience with Microsoft Azure services.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-performance trading tools.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Support front-office trading activities.

Skills

Experience in coding solutions

Statistical analysis

Microsoft Azure services

DevOps tools

Agile methodologies

Programming in Python

Programming in C#

Programming in C++

Programming in VBA

SQL knowledge

Experience with PySpark

Job description

We are seeking skilled Trading Developers to design and deliver high-performance trading tools and automated processes that enable profitable trading across multiple markets and commodities. You will play a key role in building robust, scalable, and secure solutions that support front-office trading activities and complex analytical workflows.

Working closely with Trading, Quantitative, Optimisation & Structuring, Infrastructure, and Data teams, you will translate business requirements into well-engineered technical solutions. This role combines hands‑on software development with collaboration, mentorship, and DevOps best practices, offering the opportunity to have a direct impact on trading performance while shaping modern, enterprise‑grade systems.

Skills and experience required

• Professional experience designing, developing, and deploying coding solutions in a production environment.
• Proven experience in statistical analysis and working with both relational and non-relational databases.
• Practical experience with Microsoft Azure services and DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and collaborative, cross‑functional development environments.
• Strong programming knowledge, with experience in Python, C#, C++, and VBA.
• Good understanding of SQL and best practices for query optimisation, table design, and data modelling.
• Experience with PySpark and distributed data processing tools.

What sets us apart?

Global Impact

With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.

Flexible Working

Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work‑life balance, recognizing that your well‑being matters. Find out more here.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What does hybrid working mean to us?

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.

What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face‑to‑face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.

Ready to join us on our journey to digitise, decarbonise, and localise the future of energy? Apply now.

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