Senior Developer – Risk IT Function
Trafigura
London, United Kingdom
•16 hours ago
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- Main Purpose: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Developer to join our Risk IT function. This role will play a crucial part in developing our risk management systems and infrastructure, primarily hosted on the cloud. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of financial products, risk management data sets, and practical experience with cloud services and most recent data engineering related technologies Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain risk management applications and tools on cloud infrastructure. Enhance data quality and ensure the integrity of market risk, credit risk, and liquidity risk datasets. Implement models for evaluating financial products and their associated risks (Greeks, P&L, VaR, stress tests, scenarios, etc.). Develop high-quality code in Python and other languages to support various risk management functions. Collaborate effectively with risk management teams, traders, and front office teams to understand their needs and deliver robust solutions. Take ownership of the risk platform, ensuring accuracy and reliability in all risk management processes. Stay updated with the latest developments in cloud services and financial risk management practices. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Engineering, or a related field. 5-10 years of experience in a similar role within financial services, commodities trading, or risk management IT. Strong programming skills in Python, and at least one other modern language. Proficiency in cloud services and build tools, including but not limited to EKS, Airflow, Kafka, Gitlab, ArgoCD or equivalent. Familiarity with financial products, their evaluation models, and Greeks. Experience with risk management data sets, including market risk (Greeks, P&L, VaR, stress tests, scenarios), credit risk, and liquidity management risk (FVA). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work effectively within a team and independently. Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in a commodity trading environment. Proven track record of owning and managing production systems. Key Relationships and Department Overview: Risk management teams, traders, and front office IT teams Reporting Structure Reporting directly to the Global Head of Risk IT Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce! We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status. At the heart of global supply, Trafigura connects vital resources to power and build the world. Through our Metals and Minerals, Oil & Petroleum Products and Gas, Power and Renewables, commercial divisions, we use infrastructure, logistics and financing to connect producers and consumers, using our deep understanding of the markets we serve to make supply more efficient, secure and sustainable. We are accelerating our investments in renewable energy, including hydrogen, ammonia and other low-carbon energy technologies required for the transition to a low carbon future. We are committed to responsible business practices and we work with our stakeholders to improve environmental and social standards, bringing greater trust and transparency to global supply chains. A career at Trafigura offers a gateway to working on some of the most exciting challenges of a rapidly changing world – from helping to optimise supply chains to developing infrastructure and new markets. In a culture that is founded on openness and energy, our people work as part of a multinational, globally connected team and thrive in a fast-paced environment where they can nurture and commercialise bold ideas. Everyone has a voice and is empowered to collaborate across geographies and disciplines to help shape our business and the wider world. We know the importance and value of diversity in our business and we invest in attracting, developing and retaining talent from all backgrounds. Founded in 1993, Trafigura is one of the largest independent employee-owned commodities groups in the world with over 12,000 people working across more than 60 offices. The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy; and joint ventures Impala Terminals, a port and logistics provider, and Nalo Renewables, investing in wind, solar and battery storage projects.




