Senior Data Engineer – Energy Trading & Cloud Data Solutions
At a glance
Senior Data Engineering role at Talan. Houston · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $142,375–$192,500 across the United States.
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What you'll do
- Build and tune cloud data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes and models with Python and SQL, keeping data reliable and connected
- Turn needs from trading, assets, operations and IT teams into technical work, then manage priorities, roadmaps and releases
- Improve data architecture, governance and cloud capabilities while applying Agile, CI/CD, documentation and data-quality practices
- Work with business and technical partners to set expectations and keep delivery moving
What you bring
- At least five years in data engineering, including cloud pipeline development and system integration
- At least two years in energy trading, energy markets, asset management or energy operations
- Hands-on Python and SQL skills, plus experience with a cloud platform such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud
- A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience
Who this fits
This senior role suits someone who combines practical data engineering with ownership of product priorities and direct work with business stakeholders. You’ll work in Houston at least three days onsite each week. Visa sponsorship is limited to eligible TN and E-2 applicants; other visa types are not supported.
From the employer
Talan is an international group that supports its clients in their end-to-end Data & AI transformation by combining management consulting with technological expertise.
With over 6,000 employees across five continents, we accelerate our clients' transformations through long-term partnerships, creating measurable and sustainable impact.
Our value proposition is built on a structured innovation ecosystem: 2,500 Data & AI experts, proprietary solutions built on advanced models, and an applied research, experimental development, and innovation laboratory.
In Americas, our multidisciplinary teams bring over 30 years of experience helping business leaders across key industries achieve measurable performance and strong ROI, designing, building, and scaling solutions that enable companies to grow more efficiently.
Location: Houston (Hybrid – at least 3 days onsite/week)
Visa Sponsorship: We offer sponsorship under specific treaty-based U.S. work visas, including TN and E-2 (for eligible Canadian, Mexican, and French citizens). We do not support or transfer other visa types (e.g., H-1B).
We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer with strong Energy Trading expertise to support a major client in designing and delivering cloud-based data solutions. This role combines hands-on data engineering, product ownership, and stakeholder collaboration to drive scalable solutions and business efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Data Engineering & Cloud Solutions:
- Design, develop, and optimize cloud-based data pipelines, ETL/ELT workflows, and data models using Python and SQL.
- Ensure data quality, performance, reliability, and seamless integration across systems.
Product Ownership & Business Collaboration:
- Collaborate with Energy Trading, Assets, Operations, and IT teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Own and prioritize product backlogs, roadmaps, and releases while managing stakeholder expectations.
Data Strategy & Governance:
- Improve data architecture, governance, and cloud platform capabilities.
- Apply best practices in Agile delivery, CI/CD, data quality, documentation, and continuous improvement.
- Bachelor degree in Computer science, Engineering, Energy, Finance or Quantitative finance
- 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering, including cloud-based data pipelines and integration.
- 2+ years of experience in Energy Trading, Energy Markets, Asset Management, or Energy Operations.
- Strong hands-on programming experience with Python and SQL.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Strong understanding of ETL/ELT, data modeling, workflow orchestration, and API integrations.
- Experience with data quality, governance, metadata, and data lineage.
- Demonstrated ability to manage business requirements, product backlogs, and delivery roadmaps.
- Experience collaborating directly with business stakeholders and cross-functional technical teams.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with energy trading data, commodity markets, or Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems.
- Familiarity with power and gas markets, trading positions, pricing, P&L, or asset-related data.
- Experience with modern cloud data platforms, data warehouses, or lakehouse architectures.
- Knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies and DevOps practices.
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale data transformation initiatives.
Company’s Benefits
At Talan, we invest in our employees' well-being and empower them with benefits, including:
- 💸401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- 🌴15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)
- 📴8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per year
- ❤️🩹Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSA
- 🦺Voluntary STD and LTD
- 🚍 Commuter/transit benefits
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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