About this role
We're looking for a new colleague to join our Algorithmic Trading & Research team. We trade power in wholesale and ancillary services markets and manage the largest solar generation and consumption portfolios in the Baltics. We're expanding our flexible asset portfolio quickly with stand-alone battery storage (BESS), solar and wind. We're also making our existing portfolio flexible through demand-side response and residential PV and battery systems. In this role, you'll own the full process of connecting new assets to our VPP platforms so their flexibility is ready to trade in wholesale and ancillary services markets.
If that speaks to you, we’d be happy to welcome you to our team!
Take YOUR part in #EnergySmart!
You will contribute to secure and green energy ecosystem creation by:
Working with engineers and developers to connect new assets to the VPP platforms used by the teamRunning the prequalification process for ancillary services and ensuring every step meets system operator requirements while documenting the processDocumenting asset technical characteristics in accordance with the requirements of our trading engineersSetting up and maintaining quality assurance processes that keep asset uptime as high as possibleLeading the business strategy for growing the VPP portfolio and adding new asset typesManaging procurement of VPP-related services and platforms together with IT security and compliance colleagues A degree in a quantitative or engineering fieldAt least 3 years of work experience in the energy industry, preferably on renewables and BESS projectsA strong understanding of VPP technology and hands-on experience using itGreat communication skills in English (writing and speaking)Proactiveness, responsibility, collaboration skills, and the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environmentWould be an advantage:
General knowledge of communication protocols and secure networking A technical understanding of wind, solar and BESS technologies Programming experience in Python Your work directly affects trading results, and you'll see the outcome every dayYou'll work on real assets that support the energy transitionYou'll be part of an experienced, technical team where ideas move quickly from research to productionCompensation corresponding to experience and competencies, and financial incentives dependent on achieved resultsA package of additional benefits to choose from: pension accumulation, health insurance, or another benefit from the selectable benefits list in the MELP applicationAdditional paid days for health improvement, short-term illness, volunteering, and accumulated work experienceA hybrid work model (3+2) and flexible working hoursAn onboarding program tailored for new hires, including tours and buddy supportTeam and Group events, other activitiesTake part in an unfolding energy transformation process to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for both current and future generationsJoin a growing and increasingly international team of energy smart people united by a common purpose. We all play our part in creating a 100 % secure and green energy ecosystem for current and future generations.
And the way to achieve this is certainly not to wait for the perfect moment. We believe that the power to act comes from the charge we bring to our work every day. United by purpose. Owning the challenge. Passion for reinvention. Pursuing excellence. These are our mindsets. Together, they yield the energy that drives everything we do. The energy generated by our choices. If you are guided by the same mindsets – we look forward to welcoming you to our team!
As we pursue our strategic goals to increase gender balance in Ignitis Group, we are indicating “f/m/d” next to job titles, meaning we welcome candidates of all genders – female, male or diverse.
Ignitis Group ensures equal opportunities. We welcome all applicants and do not discriminate against race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability or other personal traits unrelated to work obligations.