Software Engineer Algo

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What is the Role

As a Software Engineer - Algo you will work independently by setting priorities and supporting colleagues with functional and technical expertise while focusing on the design and development of moderately complex systems; serves as a Subject Matter Expert across multiple IT domains identifies opportunities for optimization in applications and infrastructure and operates primarily as a hands-on software developer within the Algorithmic Trading team- leveraging advanced programming modeling and machine learning to build highperformance lowlatency trading solutions contribute to system architecture drive innovation mentor junior developers and clearly communicate complex technical and market concepts to diverse stakeholders.

What we need from you

• Good understanding of Math finance as role interacts with quant devs analysts and traders

• Familiarity with e.g. PnL greeks volatility partial derivative normal distribution etc. Financial and/or trading exposure is nice to have particularly energy commodities

• Productionise models into software applications ensuring robust day to day operation monitoring and back testing are in place

• Translate traders need into software product requirements

• Prototype and implement data pipelines

• Co-ordinate closely with analysts and traders during development of models acting as a technical support and coach

• Produce accurate performant scalable secure software and support best practices following defined IT standards

• Transform proof of concepts into a larger deployable product in Shell and outside. Rinse and repeat cross-pollinate ideas across projects and assets

• Work in a highly-collaborative friendly Agile environment participate in Ceremonies and Continuous Improvement activities. Strategic advisor to the businesses& building data science roadmap with the stakeholders

• Ensuring that documentation and explanations of results of analysis or modelling are fit for purpose for both a technical and non-technical audience

• Develop the technical and non-technical capabilities of less senior team members

• Adhere to the principles of delivering quality by conducting regular health checks audits code reviews to ensure that clean and maintainable production-level code is being produced by project teams

• Evaluate and benchmark all new initiatives prior to developing solutions.

• Keep abreast of new engineering practices technologies and continuously improving our Agile practices and building and strengthening relationships and alliances in academia IDT and industry

What youll bring

• Significant years of work experience as software developer with proven years productionizing and releasing models.

• Degree level in STEM computer science engineering mathematics or a relevant field of applied mathematics.

• Good understanding of Trading terminology and concepts (incl. financial derivatives) gained from experience working in a Trading of Finance environment.

• Strong proficiency in C# .NET including best practices for performance and scalability.

• Multithreading and low-latency apps

• Asynchronous messaging

• Understanding of market microstructure (orderbooks exchanges types of orders)

• Front office algo trading experience (preferably strategy implementation)

• Proficiency in advanced backtesting methodologies including walk-forward optimization and robust testing.

• Experience integrating with market data feeds and exchange APIs.

• Ability to design and implement modular and scalable trading system components.

• Knowledge of Cloud Platforms

• Experience of ETRM systems for trading

• Gas/Power Trading knowledge - Short-term trading physical assets trading (CCGT Wind Solar Battery)

• Forex Trading experience

• Risk - Modelling & understanding of risk & risk management.

• Commodity Modelling - Energy (power gas environmental products) and meteorology.

• UI experience (Blazor)

• Knowledge of Information Management data strategy and governance

• Commercial skills in Value Assurance Value estimation and Realization end-to-end value mapping.

What we offer

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. Youll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty integrity and respect for one another.

• Youll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together

• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead

• Work at the forefront of technology trends and practices

• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise

• Achieve your balance in a value-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself

• Benefit from flexible working hours and the possibility of remote/mobile working

• Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world

• Take advantage of paid parental leave including for non-birthing parents

• Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders ages ethnicities cultures abilities sexual orientation and life experiences to apply

• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams

• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes

Note: As part of your application please submit a motivation letter along with your resume. The motivation letter should outline your reasons for applying to this position and how your skills and experiences align with the job requirements. This will help us better understand your interest in the role and your suitability for the position.

Shell is working to advance an inclusive psychologically safe and accessible environment where people with disabilities can excel. If you require any accommodations or accessibility adjustments (e.g. assistive technology communication support any other) during the application or interview process please let us know directly via . We strive to ensure that our process and workplace is accessible to everyone and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments to support your needs.

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Shell in The United Kingdom

Shell is a vital contributor to the UK supporting energy security jobs and economic value. We provide energy to fuel homes hospitals schools vehicles machinery and factories. Our history here dates back over 125 years. A UK-headquartered global energy leader and leading FTSE multinational we are active across the countrys energy system.

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