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Senior Software Engineer

Location: 

Houston, Texas, US, 77002

Job ID#:  960
Job Category:  Information Technology
Position Type:  Regular FT

JERA Americas Inc. is part of a global energy company, supporting the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable world while fulfilling our responsibility to provide a safe and stable supply of reliable and affordable energy. The Company is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based JERA, which stands for Japan's Energy for a New Era. JERA has committed to achieving net zero CO2 emissions from its businesses by 2050 and is contributing to the development of a sustainable society.

JERA Americas seeks to continue its rapid expansion into renewable energy markets focusing on wind, solar, and cutting-edge technologies for hydrogen production and transportation. To meet the challenges of a fast-growing company, we are searching for talented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of the equation to provide energy for a new era.

Summary

Summary:

JERA Americas Inc. is seeking a seasoned Senior Software Engineer to join our team and support innovative trading solutions in the energy sector. You will be instrumental in developing high-performance trading systems, data analytics tools, and platform enhancements that enable JERA's strategic operations in gas and power markets across the Americas.

Position Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and enhancement of core trading and market data systems tailored for natural gas and power trading activities 
  • Collaborate with traders, quantitative analysts, and other stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions 
  • Develop and optimize real-time data feeds, trading APIs, and analytics dashboards to support informed decision-making 
  • Architect robust, resilient, and secure systems that handle high volumes of market data with minimal latency 
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in software development, testing, and deployment 
  • Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging trading technologies, and regulatory requirements affecting energy markets 
  • Ensure compliance with company, industry, and regulatory standards for data security and handling

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Extensive experience as a Software Engineer, with a strong background in trading systems or financial technology 
  • Proven expertise in languages such as Python, C++, Java, or similar 
  • Deep understanding of natural gas and power markets, including trading mechanisms and regulatory environments 
  • Hands-on experience with real-time data processing, APIs, cloud services, and system architecture 
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment 
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to mentor team members

Qualifications Continued

Preferred Skills:

  • Familiarity with industry-specific trading platforms.
  • Knowledge of energy market data vendors and real-time market feeds 
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) 

 

JERA Americas does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, JERA Americas shall have no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee.

AP/EEO Statement

JERA Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.


Nearest Major Market: Houston

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