Quantitative Market Modeling Specialist

We are EDP a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With 50 years of experience we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030 leading the energy transition. With more than 13000 employees around the world we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

We are looking for a Quantitative Market Modeling Specialist to join our team and play a key role in developing forecasting models trading strategies and analytical solutions for commodities and energy markets.

This role is central to supporting operational optimization data-driven decision-making and the development of scalable analytical models and data architectures. The successful candidate will contribute to forecasting activities market analysis and continuous improvement initiatives within multidisciplinary environments combining engineering data and business perspectives.

What you will do:

• Develop and implement forecasting models for commodities markets.
• Develop and implement trading strategies for commodities.
• Work with structured and unstructured data to support operational optimization.
• Support the development and maintenance of scalable data pipelines and analytical models.
• Participate in model validation testing and performance monitoring activities.
• Contribute to technical documentation and continuous improvement of data and system architectures.
• Stay up to date with advancements in energy systems modelling forecasting techniques and digital energy platforms.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid

City: Lisbon

What we are looking for:

• University degree (Bachelors degree or equivalent) in Engineering Mathematics Computer Science or related scientific fields.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience working with complex datasets.
• Programming experience in Python or similar languages.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary environments combining engineering data and business perspectives.
• Experience in the implementation of forecasting models including energy production demand or market forecasting.
• Experience in energy markets renewable energy systems or system operations will be highly valued.
• Familiarity with data pipelines system integration and applied modelling techniques.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making.
• Respect and value each person providing a flexible healthy and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits.
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility.

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time highlighting the EDP groups strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute.
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index.
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília.
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle.

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