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Senior Risk Engineer – Credit

Trafigura
Full-time
On-site
London

About the job As a Senior Risk Engineer you will lead the development and operation of credit risk modeling platforms within a fast-paced trading technology environment. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with team management and strategic platform planning. In this position, you will directly influence the firm's ability to assess and manage counterparty credit exposure across global trading operations, ensuring robust risk controls that protect capital and enable informed trading decisions. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Design, build, and maintain credit modeling platforms supporting principal credit risk, EPE/PFE exposures, and XVA calculations Operate within a high-velocity continuous deployment model (5+ production releases daily) Drive technical decisions across the full stack and infrastructure layers Evaluate and implement emerging technologies and modern software delivery approaches Platform Development Develop production systems primarily in Python, with front-end work in React where applicable Manage infrastructure using GitOps methodologies including GitLab, ArgoCD, and Kubernetes on AWS Design and optimize database solutions using both SQL and NoSQL technologies, particularly ClickHouse Ensure platform scalability, reliability, and performance under production trading loads Leadership & Stakeholder Management Build and lead a team of 5+ engineers as part of the broader Risk technology function Work directly with multiple business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions Define and communicate platform vision and roadmap for short and medium-term delivery Balance business needs with technical sustainability and innovation Required Qualifications Proven track record running credit modeling platforms in a financial services environment Strong expertise in credit risk metrics: principal credit risk, EPE, PFE, and XVA modeling Experience with high-frequency deployment practices and CI/CD pipelines Advanced Python development skills Hands-on experience with GitOps tooling: GitLab, ArgoCD, Kubernetes, AWS Strong database skills across SQL and NoSQL systems; ClickHouse experience specifically required Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities across multiple business stakeholders Previous experience leading technical teams (5+ direct reports) Preferred Qualifications Interest in or experience with agentic SDLC approaches and experimental software delivery methodologies Track record of bringing innovative solutions to production environments Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce! We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status. At the heart of global supply, Trafigura connects vital resources to power and build the world. Through our Metals and Minerals, Oil & Petroleum Products and Gas, Power and Renewables, commercial divisions, we use infrastructure, logistics and financing to connect producers and consumers, using our deep understanding of the markets we serve to make supply more efficient, secure and sustainable. We are accelerating our investments in renewable energy, including hydrogen, ammonia and other low-carbon energy technologies required for the transition to a low carbon future. We are committed to responsible business practices and we work with our stakeholders to improve environmental and social standards, bringing greater trust and transparency to global supply chains. A career at Trafigura offers a gateway to working on some of the most exciting challenges of a rapidly changing world – from helping to optimise supply chains to developing infrastructure and new markets. In a culture that is founded on openness and energy, our people work as part of a multinational, globally connected team and thrive in a fast-paced environment where they can nurture and commercialise bold ideas. Everyone has a voice and is empowered to collaborate across geographies and disciplines to help shape our business and the wider world. We know the importance and value of diversity in our business and we invest in attracting, developing and retaining talent from all backgrounds. Founded in 1993, Trafigura is one of the largest independent employee-owned commodities groups in the world with over 12,000 people working across more than 60 offices. The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy; and joint ventures Impala Terminals, a port and logistics provider, and Nalo Renewables, investing in wind, solar and battery storage projects.

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