Director, Front Office Tech Lead

1 month ago

Boston, United States Boston Energy Trading and Marketing LLC Full time

Boston Energy Trading & Marketing (BETM) is looking for a experienced Front to lead the Front Office Information Technology team. The successful candidate will possess a strong programming and quantitative background with a passion for solving business problems with technology. This position is a critical hands-on role working directly with the trading teams and is responsible for developing, supporting, and maintaining a trading, and analytics solutions supported by APIs, applications, and visualization tools. The role requires a strong ability to work independently while collaborating with the desk and other IT teams at BETM. This position will report to the head of IT Team and will be located either in our Boston, MA office.


Reports to: Senior Vice President, Information Technology


Responsibilities:

  • Work directly with FTR traders, FTR analysts, Power Traders and Originators to understand existing platform, trading models, toolkits & datasets. Develop software to support commercial activity across key market drivers (supply vs demand, power & gas transmission and storage, weather, cross-commodity correlations, etc.)
  • Spearhead requirement gathering, designing and development activities to build and enhance models/algorithms, data collectors, pipelines, data storage and reporting solutions for power flow, economic dispatch, and power price simulations
  • Develop cloud-native solutions to promote integration within the IT framework across various North American commodity markets, including energy, capacity, ancillary services and power & gas basis markets in the major ISO regions (PJM, CAISO, NYISO, MISO, SPP, ISO-NE, ERCOT, IESO, AESO)
  • Manage, troubleshoot and enhance trading models, data collectors and data stores leveraged by FTR trading team across transmission power flows, power generation economic dispatch, automated monitoring, analysis of transmission system constraints and statistical simulation based on historical data.
  • The role requires proactive analytical thinking to identify opportunities to enhance trading strategy, systems and drive change by investigating and evaluating new datasets and third-party tools for potential use in new or existing trading algorithms; support research and innovation through the creative and aggressive experimentation with cutting-edge software, processes, procedures, and methods.
  • As the front office lead manages business deliverables by collaborating with other cross- functional IT teams to support FTR trade capture, financial and risk analytics, risk limits monitoring, collateral management, and risk reporting. Ensure strategic solution design and facilitate prioritization across competing priorities
  • Adhere to standard software and model development processes such as requirements definition, prototyping, issue tracking, source code control and compliance with Risk and IT procedures and requirements.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Quantitative Finance, Engineering, Statistics or equivalent field, with significant coursework or equivalent experience in programming, modeling, simulation and statistical techniques
  • 10+ years of professional programming experience across Power or other Commodities technology teams
  • Experience handling large amounts of fundamental datasets and market data
  • Experience working in a front office, supporting a quantitative analytics environment is a must
  • Proficiency in Python, , R, Matlab, C++, .Net, Java or comparable programming environment using modern data structures, analysis, and visualization tools (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, Highcharts, etc.)
  • Experience working in modern cloud-based environment utilizing DevOps framework tools. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure tools is a plus
  • Experience using traditional and cloud-based database systems - Relational SQL and NoSQL, to managing large data sets supporting analytics and regression
  • Working knowledge in Un*x and Windows environments
  • Ability to communicate and interact with a wide range of users ranging from very technical to non-technical
  • Results-oriented team player, with the ability to handle a rapidly changing set of projects and priorities while maintaining a strong professional presence
  • Strong analytical skillset with demonstrated attention to detail
  • The candidate should be passionate about technology, staying current with trends
  • Fast learner with the ability to adapt quickly and work in a dynamic environment
  • Excellent time management skills.


Desired Experience:

  • Hands-on professional programming experience across power industry and power trading is a big plus. Knowledge of US ISO power markets and FTR trading (PJM, CAISO, NYISO, MISO, SPP, ERCOT) strongly preferred
  • Experience with industry-standard power transmission analysis & data platforms (Powerworld, DAYZER, UPLAN, OPF models, YES Energy, Genscape, Panorama/MUSE)
  • Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code
  • Experience with the following technologies: Git, Containers (Docker), Kubernetes, Microservices, shell scripting, messaging bus.

  • Director of Front Office

    2 weeks ago

    Boston, United States Langham Hospitality Group Full time

    Director of Front Office – The Langham, Boston Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) is a global hotel company with properties located in major cities and four continents under The Langham Hotels and Resorts and Cordis Hotels and Resorts brands. It is the hospitality arm of Great Eagle Holdings, a leading property development company in Hong Kong.The Langham,...

  • Director, Front Office Tech Lead

    1 month ago

    Boston, United States Boston Energy Trading and Marketing LLC Full time

    Boston Energy Trading & Marketing (BETM) is looking for a experienced Front to lead the Front Office Information Technology team. The successful candidate will possess a strong programming and quantitative background with a passion for solving business problems with technology. This position is a critical hands-on role working directly with the trading teams...

  • Director of Front Office

    3 months ago

    Boston, United States The Langham Boston Full time

    Job Summary:The Director of Front Office at the Langham Boston is responsible for overseeing all front office operations, ensuring the highest levels of guest satisfaction and service excellence. This leadership role involves managing guest relations, concierge services, front desk operations, and bell services. The Director of Front Office will be...

  • Director of Front Office

    3 weeks ago

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States The Langham Boston Full time

    Job Summary:The Director of Front Office at the Langham Boston is responsible for overseeing all front office operations, ensuring the highest levels of guest satisfaction and service excellence. This leadership role involves managing guest relations, concierge services, front desk operations, and bell services. The Director of Front Office will be...

  • Director -Front office

    4 weeks ago

    Boston, United States Avant-Garde Solutions, Ltd. Full time

    Our client is looking for a experienced Director to lead the Front Office Information Technology team. Candidate will possess a strong programming and quantitative background and will ne working directly with the trading teams and is responsible for developing, supporting, and maintaining a trading, and analytics solutions supported by APIs, applications,...

  • Director of Front Office

    1 month ago

    Boston, United States Westin Hotels & Resorts Full time

    JOB SUMMARY Responsible for all front office functions and staff as well as security staff functions. Areas of responsibility include Bell Staff, Switchboard Operations, Guest Services/Front Desk, Retail/Gift Shop, Concierge, Valets, and Security, as applicable. As a department head, directs and works with managers and employees to successfully execute all...

  • Director of Front Office

    3 weeks ago

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States Westin Hotels & Resorts Full time

    JOB SUMMARY Responsible for all front office functions and staff as well as security staff functions. Areas of responsibility include Bell Staff, Switchboard Operations, Guest Services/Front Desk, Retail/Gift Shop, Concierge, Valets, and Security, as applicable. As a department head, directs and works with managers and employees to successfully execute all...

  • Lead Director of Front Office Technology

    1 week ago

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States Boston Energy Trading and Marketing LLC Full time

    Company Overview: Boston Energy Trading & Marketing LLC is seeking a seasoned professional to spearhead the Front Office Information Technology division. This pivotal role demands a robust programming and quantitative skill set, coupled with a fervor for leveraging technology to address business challenges.Position Summary: The selected candidate will engage...

  • Assistant Director Front Office

    1 month ago

    Boston, United States Marriott Hotels Resorts Full time

    JOB SUMMARY Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis. Front office areas include Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services/Front Desk. Position directs and works with managers and employees to carry out procedures ensuring an efficient check in and check out process. Ensures guest...

  • Assistant Director Front Office

    1 month ago

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States Marriott Hotels Resorts Full time

    JOB SUMMARY Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis. Front office areas include Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services/Front Desk. Position directs and works with managers and employees to carry out procedures ensuring an efficient check in and check out process. Ensures guest...

  • Lead Engineer, Front Office

    4 weeks ago

    Boston, United States Arrowstreet Capital Full time

    Role Summary: Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. The Front Office Systems group is a critical part of our IT Systems Engineering department dedicated to the support of our trading processes and the development of portfolio management and trade...

  • Lead Director of Front Office Technology

    1 week ago

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States Boston Energy Trading and Marketing LLC Full time

    Company Overview: Boston Energy Trading & Marketing LLC is seeking a highly skilled professional to oversee the Front Office Information Technology division. This pivotal role demands a strong programming and quantitative skill set, coupled with a dedication to leveraging technology to address business challenges.Position Summary: The successful candidate...

  • Front Office Manager

    5 days ago

    Boston, United States Battery Wharf Hotel Full time

    Job Summary Under the direction of Director, Front Office, the incumbent is responsible for the successful management and participating in the day-to-day operation of guest relations, PBX and Front Office: carries out reporting, trains and supervises new staff. In turn maintaining high standards of quality, profitability and ensuring guest and employee...

  • Front Office Manager

    1 month ago

    Boston, United States Battery Wharf Hotel Full time

    JOB SUMMARY The Night Manager is the Manager on Duty and responsible for all hotel operations during evening shift hours, focusing on Front Office operations, proper guest follow-up, all other evening shift associates and hotel safety/security. The Night Manager assists the Director of Guest Services in all aspects of the department including but not limited...

  • Front Office Manager

    5 days ago

    Boston, United States Westmont Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob SummaryUnder the direction of Director, Front Office, the incumbent is responsible for the successful management and participating in the day-to-day operation of guest relations, PBX and Front Office: carries out reporting, trains and supervises new staff. In turn maintaining high standards of quality, profitability and...

  • Front Office Technology Director

    7 days ago

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States Boston Energy Trading and Marketing LLC Full time

    Company Overview: Boston Energy Trading & Marketing LLC is seeking a seasoned professional to spearhead the Front Office Information Technology division. This pivotal role demands a robust programming and quantitative skill set, coupled with a fervor for leveraging technology to address business challenges.Position Overview: The selected candidate will...

  • Overnight Front Office Manager

    1 month ago

    Boston, United States Westmont Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Night Manager is the Manager on Duty and responsible for all hotel operations during evening shift hours, focusing on Front Office operations, proper guest follow-up, all other evening shift associates and hotel safety/security. The Night Manager assists the Director of Guest Services in all aspects of the...

  • Front Office Manager

    2 months ago

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States Hyatt Centric Faneuil Hall Boston Full time

    As Front Office Manager you will lead our innovative TEAM in delivering upscale guest service, and creating memorable guest experience. This is an amazing opportunity to be part of both a dynamic TEAM, and grow your career in a leadership role. TEAM Culture:Our TEAM culture motivates and encourages each individual member to achieve "MORE" in daily life and...

  • Front Desk Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston Full time

    Are you a team player, energized by superb patient care and impressed by efficient operations of a world-class health care provider? Would you like a career that will fuel your passion and offer growth opportunities? We are looking for highly motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for providing outstanding customer...

  • Director of Finance

    1 month ago

    Boston, United States Tech Goes Home Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAbout Tech Goes HomeTech Goes Home (TGH) is a nonprofit dedicated to addressing the digital inequities that pose a significant barrier to opportunity and success for thousands of students, workers, and families across Massachusetts. We bring computers, internet, and training to those without so students can do homework, adults...