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Commodities Traders/Portfolio Managers lead the development and execution of trading strategies and ... Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with strong attention to detail * Strong written and ...

Commodities Trader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Commodity trading interfaces closely with our broader commodities and derivatives operations. We ... Strong quantitative skills in understanding options pricing and risk management * Open to learning ...

Commodity trading interfaces closely with our broader commodities and derivatives operations. We ... Strong quantitative skills in understanding options pricing and risk management * Open to learning ...

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What is a commodities quant?

Commodities Quants are quantitative analysts who specialize in the commodities markets, such as energy, metals, and agricultural products. They use mathematical models, statistical techniques, and programming skills to analyze market trends, price movements, and risk factors specific to these physical goods. Their work supports trading, risk management, and investment strategies in commodity-focused financial institutions or trading firms. Commodities Quants play a key role in pricing derivatives, optimizing portfolios, and developing trading algorithms tailored to the unique characteristics of commodity markets.

How does a commodities quant typically collaborate with traders and risk managers in their daily work?

Commodities Quants frequently work closely with traders and risk managers to develop and refine pricing models, analyze market trends, and implement trading strategies. They may spend part of their day discussing market scenarios with traders, running quantitative analyses, or optimizing risk metrics for the desk. This collaborative environment ensures that quantitative insights are directly aligned with trading objectives and risk guidelines, allowing for rapid feedback and iterative improvements to models or strategies. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as the ability to translate complex quantitative findings into actionable insights often determines the impact of a Quant's work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a commodities quant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Commodities Quant, you need advanced quantitative skills, a strong foundation in mathematics or finance, and typically a degree in a quantitative field such as physics, engineering, or statistics. Expertise in programming languages like Python, C++, or R, and experience with statistical modeling software and market data systems are crucial. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help you interpret complex data and convey insights to multidisciplinary teams. These skills enable accurate pricing, risk management, and strategy development in the fast-paced, data-driven commodities markets.

What cities in New York are hiring for Commodities Quant jobs?

Cities in New York with the most Commodities Quant job openings:

Infographic showing various Commodities Quant job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Senior Quantitative Developer - Commodities

Clearwater Analytics

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$200 - $250/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

## Senior Quantitative Developer - CommoditiesApplylocations: Office - New Yorktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: November 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R10881Clearwater Analytics is the leading SaaS platform for investment accounting, risk, and performance. We serve some of the world’s largest insurance companies, hedge funds, asset managers, and institutional investors. We deliver decision-ready risk analytics that bring clarity and insight to multi-asset portfolios—highlighting exposures, sensitivities, scenarios, and performance drivers.As a Commodities Quantitative Developer, you will play a critical role within the Quant team, helping to enhance and expand our Commodities product suite. You will work closely with cross-functional teams of developers and interact directly with clients to deliver solutions for both developers and end-users focused on trading and risk management. Your contributions will help drive the continuous improvement of our platform's valuation, risk analytics, and trade management capabilities.**What You’ll Do*** Develop pricing libraries for Risk and Valuation covering global commodities (OTC and exchange-traded products) including but not limited to Power, Gas, Oil, Crude, LNG and Metals* Build, extend, and maintain frameworks within the platform supporting products across asset classes, particularly commodities, their valuation, associated lifecycle and trade management, risks (e.g. Greeks, VAR, XVA), scenario analysis, cashflow generation, and model development.* Identify and advocate for new models and design patterns necessary for the continuous improvement of an evolving infrastructure to support all clients* Write and maintain high-quality code that responds to business, functional and quantitative requirements.* Produce high-quality documentation that supports and expands engineering solutions - targeting both technical and non-technical audiences**What We’re Looking For*** 3+ years of development experience using Python* Strong problem-solving and communication skills, ability to convey technical topics to a diverse audience* Knowledge of commodities and energy markets* Knowledge of market conventions, deal structures, and pricing/risk management of derivatives* Experience in a front office development role, preferably on a trading desk, supporting derivatives pricing and risk analytics* Experience developing code in a production environment - preferably enterprise risk systems* Strong software engineering culture supporting all the phases of software development cycle* Ability to understand unfamiliar code bases and debug applications* Solid critical thinking and troubleshooting skills**What Will Make You Stand Out*** Experience as a Quant/Quant Developer in the Commodities/Energy space* Experience building, enhancing, and maintaining real-time quoting and risk systems* Experience with any strongly-typed programming language(s)* Familiarity with SecDB, Athena, Quartz, or other graph-based technologies**What we offer:*** Business casual atmosphere in a flexible working environment* Team focused culture that promotes innovation and ownership* Access cutting edge investment reporting technology and expertise* Defined and undefined career pathways allowing you to grow your own way* Competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits* Maternity and paternity leave* Personal Time Off and Volunteer Time Off to give back to the community* 401k with match* Work from anywhere 3 weeks out of the year* Work from home Fridays**Salary Range**179,000.00 - 243,000.00 USD AnnualThis is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, benefits include: health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), PTO, parental leave, and medical leave, STD/LTD insurance benefits. Clearwater Analytics is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.**Salary Range**$179,400.00 - $243,136.45*This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, benefits include: health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), PTO, parental leave, and medical leave, STD/LTD insurance benefits. Clearwater Analytics is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.* #J-18808-Ljbffr