Energy market model developer

at  AFRY

Job Description
As part of our Management Consulting Division, we offer cutting-edge software to selected energy companies. In particular, we are world-leaders in power market software, with our model BID3 used by over 20 major transmission operators, utilities and renewable developers, as well as the UK government. BID3 is an electricity market model that uses advanced mathematical techniques to model the dispatch of power stations, market prices, capacity evolution, and all other important features of power markets.
We are looking for someone to join our expanding team of developers, with a focus on coding the BID3 market model, but also developing a range of other models that explore the net-zero future in gas, carbon and transport.
This role is primarily a software development role, but also, we offer the opportunity to get involved in consultancy assignments in the exciting energy sphere. We have a very international team in Oxford and work closely with our teams in other countries across the world which will enrich your experience.
For more information about the BID3 power market model, please see afry.com/bid3
Qualifications
If you have expertise in at least two of these areas, and interest in all three, then you are probably a great match for us:
1. Optimisation models
2. Energy market analysis
3. Programming

We are looking for developers who are enthusiastic and passionate. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we will help you develop along the way.

• We undertake a lot of complex analysis, a good proportion of which is numerical, so we are looking for people with an aptitude for quantitative analysis.
• Due to the modelling requirement of the role you should have some previous experience writing optimisation problems in an algebraic modelling language such as mosel, GAMS or AMPL, or in general languages such as Python.
• You will have knowledge of C#.net or similar language. The successful applicant will combine exceptional problem solving and technical capability with a passion to deliver great solutions for our users.
• To enable you to flourish in this role, you should have knowledge of database design, such as MS SQL Server or similar.
• Virtually all the work we do requires team working so if you have good communication skills and the ability to work well with others within a project team and wider office environment you will fit in well. You will also have experience of working in a software development team.

We are recruiting for a wide range of experience for this role, from those finishing university to seasoned industry professionals.
Company Description
AFRY Management Consulting is a global consulting firm focussed on supporting clients through the energy transition, operating within a wider international engineering, design and advisory company. We support our clients to progress in sustainability and digitalisation. We have devoted experts within the fields of energy and infrastructure, operating across the world to create sustainable solutions for future generations. With more than 800 consultants across over 20 offices on 5 continents, and supported by 19,000 experts in design, engineering and digitalisation, we are driven by the idea of helping our clients find solutions to business-critical questions.
In our Oxford office, we work to help our clients understand how the energy transition will occur and what the future may hold as we move to a low carbon or net zero economy. We carry out work across the world, at the intersection of the mega-trends that are shaping our future, such as decarbonisation and digitalisation, the rise of renewables, and new technologies such as the electrification heat and transport and use of hydrogen/CCS etc.
Additional Information
We value a healthy work life balance and are committed to your wellbeing. We will consider a range of flexible working arrangements, including part-time, flexible working patterns and we operate a hybrid working environment. Please include your preferences in your application.
We offer a competitive salary, a performance related discretionary bonus scheme and an excellent range of benefits, including 25 days holiday each year rising to 30 with continued service, private medical and dental insurance for you and your family, income protection, and a pension scheme. We also offer enhanced maternity and paternity pay offering 16 weeks full pay for both parents. This is supported by generous family support options such as, back up childcare support and return to work coaching.
As part of your application process, please provide a CV and covering letter stating why you want to work for AFRY and an earliest possible start date. We only accept online applications.
Positions are available to start in January 2025 once all appropriate paperwork and relevant visa applications have been completed.
AFRY is committed to creating an inclusive & diverse environment and we are actively looking for qualified candidates irrespective of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, disability, or age. You will be part of a global and diverse company demonstrated by our 40 nationalities and languages spoken in our UK business, where our differences are our strengths. Join us to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society.
At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we’re making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.
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Position
Energy market model developer
Location
Oxford
Country
United Kingdom
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