Quant Technology Engineer - Commodities Risk

Job#: 3030149

Job Description:

Quant Technology Engineer - Commodities Risk

Join a high-performing Quant Technology team modernizing commodity risk platforms. You will migrate legacy SAS-based risk models to Python, build scalable Databricks-based frameworks, and develop distributed risk analytics supporting the risk team.

Responsibilities

Build and scale Python/PySpark risk models in Databricks (VaR, PFE, scenarios)

Develop high-availability, distributed systems and microservices

Support valuation and risk analytics for commodity products (power, gas, oil)

Apply modern design patterns to continuously improve risk infrastructure

Write high-quality, well-documented production code

Requirements

Experience in front-office or middle-office development, preferably supporting commodity trading desks and derivatives risk analytics

Strong understanding of derivatives pricing, risk management, and market conventions

5+ years of hands-on Python experience developing production-grade risk models and analytics, with deep proficiency in Pandas, NumPy, and linear-algebra-based computations for numerical and time-series analysis

Hands-on experience scaling risk models in Databricks using PySpark for distributed risk calculations.

Experience with AI-assist coding tools

Solid understanding of distributed computing concepts, including data partitioning, parallel execution, and performance optimization.

Strong software engineering discipline across the full SDLC

Ability to quickly understand unfamiliar codebases and debug complex applications

Solid critical thinking and troubleshooting skills

What Will Make You Stand Out

Quant or Quant Dev experience in Commodities/Energy

Familiarity with modern data stacks

Strongly typed languages, CTRM systems, SAS experience

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.