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Commodities Quant Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Sphere

Account Executive (Houston, TX)

Houston, TX

ABOUT US We operate in the dynamic world of energy commodities trading, where information and speed ... Enhanced by AI insights and quantitative analytics, our platform is designed to support even the ...

Vitol

Forward Deployed Engineer

Houston, TX · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Company Description Vitol is a leader in energy and commodities. Vitol produces, manages and ... Degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, data science, or a related quantitative field

Vitol

Forward Deployed Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Company Description Vitol is a leader in energy and commodities. Vitol produces, manages and ... Degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, data science, or a related quantitative field

Vitol

Forward Deployed Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Company Description Vitol is a leader in energy and commodities. Vitol produces, manages and ... Degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, data science, or a related quantitative field

Vitol

Senior Machine Learning Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$116K - $154K/yr

Vitol is an energy and commodities company with a significant global presence, trading energy ... quantitative field • Fluency in Python for both data science and engineering purposes: clean ...

Vitol

Forward Deployed Engineer

Houston, TX · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Company Description Vitol is a leader in energy and commodities. Vitol produces, manages and ... Degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, data science, or a related quantitative field

Sphere

Account Executive (Houston, TX)

Houston, TX · On-site

ABOUT US We operate in the dynamic world of energy commodities trading, where information and speed ... Enhanced by AI insights and quantitative analytics, our platform is designed to support even the ...

Vitol

Project Accounting Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$57K - $75K/yr

Company Description Vitol is a leader in energy and commodities. Vitol produces, manages and ... Have strong quantitative, analytical and critical thinking skills * Have a strong sense of ...

Intertek Global

Inspector III, Petroleum

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

$68K - $79K/yr

... quantitative analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical, and other commodities markets. With international 24/7/365 service and coordination coverage, we treat each cargo as if it ...

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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.

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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.

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Account Executive (Houston, TX)

Sphere

Houston, TX

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

ABOUT US


We operate in the dynamic world of energy commodities trading, where information and speed are crucial for success. However, data in these markets is often fragmented and opaque, leaving participants with incomplete and poor-quality information....


Here at Sphere (www.onsphere.com), we aim to bring order to this chaos by leveraging our innovative voice and AI technologies, as well as our patented Liquidity Lake, which consolidates all actionable liquidity onto one screen. Enhanced by AI insights and quantitative analytics, our platform is designed to support even the most skilled traders; See more. Win more.


THE OPPORTUNITY


As our commercial momentum is really starting to build in the US, we're now seeking a relationship-driven Account Executive to help us build our new business growth across trading and broking firms.

We're seeking someone who is at their core is a highly motivated self-starter who takes initiative while is a natural in collaborating closely with a small team of colleagues to open-up new opportunities.

The role will really suit someone who while they may be early in their Sales career, is still able to combine initiative with empathy, thrives on building trust, and takes pride in driving meaningful commercial impact through consultative selling.


WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR IN YOU


  • While we're not seeking a track record of sales measured in years, we do want someone who has commercial experience in successfully selling a software product previously
  • In facing off to the financial markets, you will need to be a really strong communicator, verbally and in person who can combine enthusiasm with resilience
  • We're looking for someone with a strong degree, as you will need to have a proven ability to learn - as you will be working with a complex product in complex markets!
  • As a small team in the US, you will need to be genuinely comfortable with real autonomy


WHY JOIN SPHERE


  • Innovative Impact: We are fundamentally transforming the commodities trading landscape. By joining Sphere, you will work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with some of the largest commodity trading firms globally.
  • Career Growth: Experience exponential growth and be part of an organization where your contributions are visible and impactful.
  • Professional Development: Gain access to continuous learning opportunities and professional development programs tailored to your career growth.
  • Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a flexible working environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
  • Company Culture: Be part of a supportive and innovative company culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and teamwork.

OUR COMMITMENT


We know that great candidates don't always meet every requirement listed above. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you could make a positive impact here at Sphere, we'd encourage you to apply.

At Sphere, we're committed to building an inclusive workplace where different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences are valued. We believe that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products and create better outcomes for our customers, and we welcome applications from everyone who shares our ambition to build something exceptional.

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