We are excited to expand our Quantitative Analysis team with a Senior Quantitative Analyst who will play a key role in shaping our next-generation pricing and risk analytics. This newly created position reports directly to the Head of Price Modelling and Risk Drivers and offers significant influence over our quantitative framework and modelling strategy. The ideal candidate combines deep quantitative expertise with strong coding skills and a passion for solving real-world market problems. The role is based in Olten or Lausanne, with relocation support provided.
Your main responsibilities:
Analyze diverse market data sources to understand price behaviour, volatility patterns, and correlation structures
Construct and calibrate term structure models and price forward curves for different energy commodities, with a focus on European power and gas markets
Develop and enhance stochastic scenario generation models for valuation and risk assessment
Perform back-testing, stress testing, and scenario analysis to assess model robustness and market sensitivities
Provide quantitative insights, tools, and analysis to support trading desks in daily decision-making
Maintain and improve existing quantitative tools, libraries, and processes
Document methodologies, assumptions, and model behaviour in line with governance standards
Your profile:
Degree in quantitative fields such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or Finance
Strong foundation in derivatives pricing theory, including stochastic calculus, and numerical methods
Experience with term structure models, forward curve construction, and calibration techniques
5+ years of experience and solid knowledge of European power and gas markets
Strong programming skills, with the ability to write clean and efficient code (Python, Matlab, F#, or similar)
Knowledge of relational database design, SQL and Oracle
Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate with front office and other business functions
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