Senior Software Engineer – Energy Trading (Endur) (Contract)

Job: Senior Software Engineer – Energy Trading (Endur)

Location: On-site, Houston, TX

Mode: Contract - Long-term

Team: Global IT partnering with North America Crude & Products business

Role Overview

We’re seeking a Senior ETRM Software Engineer with deep OpenLink Endur expertise to design, build, and support fit‑for‑purpose technology solutions for the North America Crude & Products business. You’ll collaborate closely with Business Stakeholders, IT teams, and subject matter experts across a global organization to translate complex requirements into robust, scalable systems. This is a hands-on engineering role with full SDLC ownership and opportunities to mentor junior engineers and influence engineering best practices.

What You’ll Do

• Translate requirements into designs: Convert functional requirements into technical specifications with input from SMEs and Design Authority.
• Prototype & pilot new solutions: Evaluate and implement new technologies—including procurement, setup, development, demo, and deployment.
• Execute full SDLC: Support projects and run/production across requirements, analysis, design, coding, testing, implementation, and production support.
• Build for scale: Determine and design solutions that are scalable, sustainable, and support a global business footprint.
• Own Endur customizations: Develop Endur components (JVS/OpenComponents), integrations, and workflows aligned to trading operations.
• Optimize performance: Write and tune SQL/PL/SQL; address memory management considerations for JVS/OpenComponents scripts.
• Integrate systems: Utilize Connex, Grid Enabled Scripts (GES), Operation Services, TPM, and data pipelines (e.g., Informatica).
• Partner with the business: Develop open, trusting relationships with stakeholders and users; convert business needs into practical solutions.
• Drive quality: Promote coding, testing, and design best practices; contribute to continuous improvement and agile ceremonies.
• Mentor & uplift: Coach junior engineers; foster a collaborative, knowledge‑sharing team culture.
• Contribute globally: Participate in local and global IT community activities to standardize practices and accelerate delivery.

Required Skills & Experience

• OpenLink Endur (v11+) functional and technical experience, including hands‑on development with JVS and OpenComponents.
• Strong engineering background with Java and .NET for Endur-adjacent services and integrations.
• Expertise with Oracle Database, SQL/PL‑SQL, and Informatica; in‑depth knowledge of Endur’s database schema with the ability to write/tune SQL.
• Practical experience implementing Connex, Grid Enabled Scripts (GES), Operation Services, and Trade Process Management (TPM).
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve memory management issues in JVS/OpenComponents.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps (VSTS/Boards, Git/Repos) and modern SDLC workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and demand requests in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills in cross‑functional teams; effective communication with business analysts and stakeholders.
• Full SDLC experience in a corporate setting, including change management, application testing, data integrity, patch management, and end‑user support/training.
• ETRM domain expertise in at least one of the following: Trade Capture, Risk Management, Scheduling & Operations, or Settlements & Accounting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing or enhancing business-critical components to unlock measurable value from technology solutions.
• Familiarity with energy or financial market products and the full trade lifecycle from capture to settlement.
• Track record of mentoring engineers and elevating team standards in architecture, code quality, testing, and observability.
• Comfortable operating within global teams and navigating complex stakeholder landscapes.

How We Work

• Agile delivery: Participate in agile ceremonies (stand‑ups, planning, refinement, retros) and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Quality & standards: Adhere to mature software architectures, coding standards, and software quality management practices.
• Partnership mindset: Full partnership with IT and Business Stakeholders to deliver robust, “fit‑for‑purpose” solutions.

Candidate Requirements (Summary)

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S., full‑time, for any employer.
• Intermediate–Expert level corporate application development & support experience.
• Proven experience with ETRM systems (Endur preferred) and commodity trading workflows.
• End‑to‑end SDLC experience through production support.
• Ability to manage change, ensure data integrity, and support patching and end‑user training.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why This Role

This is a high‑impact opportunity to shape mission‑critical solutions powering a complex trading environment. You’ll engage directly with trading, risk, operations, and accounting teams, and apply deep Endur knowledge to modernize and scale systems that matter to the business.

Pay Rate: $95 hr - $125 hr

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What nextSource Provides:

• Healthcare Benefits including Medical, Prescription, Vision & Dental Coverage | United Healthcare
• Voluntary STD & LTD | New York Life
• 401(k) Retirement Planning | Fidelity
• Discount Program

*You are Eligible to participate in the benefits program if you are considered a full-time employee of nextSource, working at least 30 hours per week on a consistent basis. Your coverage will be effective on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment.