Intraday Power Trader at Octopus Energy

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Octopus Energy Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Energy Trading, Renewable EnergyIndustries

Requirements

  • Several years of proven experience in intraday power trading
  • Deep understanding of the German power market, especially EPEX Spot and balancing group processes
  • Strong programming skills in Python (e.g. Pandas, NumPy, backtesting, API integration)
  • Experience handling large time series datasets and databases (SQL, REST APIs)
  • Knowledge of schedule and balancing group management
  • Strong analytical skills, background in quantitative modelling is helpful
  • Resilience, quick decision-making ability, and high self-motivation
  • Willingness to work occasionally in shifts as well as on weekends and public holidays
  • Excellent German and English skills, both spoken and written
  • Nice to have: Experience with cloud environments, containerization (Docker), CI/CD, or machine learning

Responsibilities

  • Take responsibility for intraday power trading in the German market (continuous trading & auctions)
  • Develop, implement, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies
  • Combine manual and automated trading depending on market conditions
  • Monitor and steer schedules as well as manage the balancing group
  • Analyze market data (order book, forecasts, trade data) to derive trading decisions
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. REMIT, MiFID II) in daily operations
  • Occasionally work in a shift schedule, including weekend and public holiday duties (rotating team)

Skills

Intraday Power Trading
German Power Market
EPEX Spot
Balancing Group
Algorithmic Trading
Python
Pandas
NumPy
Backtesting
API
REMIT
MiFID II
Market Data Analysis

Octopus Energy

Provides affordable green energy solutions

About Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company focuses on the renewable energy market and utilizes technology and data to enhance its services. Its main product offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer experience. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes sustainability and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting the use of renewable resources.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$2,476.6MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Flexible Work Hours
Company Equity
OE Group Share Scheme

Risks

Increased competition in renewable energy may impact market share.
Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus to geopolitical risks.
£3 billion repayment to UK government could strain financial resources.

Differentiation

Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.
The company leads in electric aircraft charging with AeroVolt collaboration.
Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and Japan.

Upsides

'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the UK.
Partnership with Energisa opens South American renewable energy market.
Investment in Ocergy enhances offshore wind capabilities globally.

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