Who we are:

We are an energy trading company generating liquidity across global commodities markets. We combine deep trading expertise with proprietary technology and the power of data science to be the best-in-class. Our understanding of volatile, data-intensive markets is a key part of our edge.

At Dare, you will be joining a team of ambitious individuals who challenge themselves and each other. We have a culture of empowering exceptional people to become their best selves.

The role:

This graduate role sits within the Trading Risk & Operations team and offers the opportunity to work on key projects at the intersection of Finance, Risk, and Technology. You will support the transformation of key Finance processes by helping to automate manual workflows, improve data quality, and deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.

Working closely with experienced team members, you’ll gain exposure to a fast-paced trading environment whilst developing skills in data, process improvement, and automation.

• Support the documentation and understanding of existing Finance processes, working from business requirements and priorities defined by senior team members to develop and implement technical solutions

• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve and automate manual Finance processes

• Implement fully automated and reliable solutions, including:
  o Data ingestion, control, and maintenance
  o Processing and transforming data to support reporting and analysis
  o Developing and maintaining scripts, applications, databases, and automated workflows
  o Participating in testing and parallel runs to ensure the accuracy and reliability of new solutions
  o Monitoring and maintaining automated processes in production, ensuring data integrity and smooth operation

• Implement visualisation tools to help stakeholders gain insight from data and support decision-making

• Contribute to ongoing improvements in Risk and control processes

• Explore and apply modern tools, including AI, to enhance efficiency and delivery speed

• Contribute to the design of scalable and maintainable technical solutions, considering data structures, application design, automation, and user experience

What You’ll Bring:

• A degree in Computer Science is strongly preferred, although Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline will also be considered

• Strong programming skills in Python (with experience using libraries such as Pandas), along with familiarity with SQL and working with databases (e.g. Snowflake)

• Experience with version control (e.g. GitHub), alongside exposure to data visualisation tools or lightweight application frameworks (e.g. Streamlit or similar), and familiarity with Excel (VBA is a plus)

• A genuine interest in building technology solutions and understanding how code, databases, automation, visualisation, and system design work together to solve business problems

• A full-stack mindset, with enthusiasm for working across different aspects of a solution, from data and databases through to automation, applications, and visualisation

• Solid communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across teams such as Technology and Finance

• Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn new technologies and approaches

Desirable:

• An interest in, or basic understanding of, commodities markets or accounting principles

• An interest in project-based work, including translating business requirements into practical solutions and supporting their implementation

Benefits & perks:

• Vitality health insurance and dental cover

• 38 days of holiday (including bank holidays)

• Pension scheme

• Annual Bluecrest health checks

• A personal learning & development budget of £5000

• Free gym membership

• Specsavers vouchers

• Enhanced family leave

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Credited Deliveroo dinner account

• Office massage therapy

• Freshly served office breakfast twice a week

• Fully stocked fridge and pantry

• Social events and a games room

Diversity matters

We believe in a workplace where our people can fulfil their potential, whatever their background or whomever they are. We celebrate the breadth of experience and see this as critical to problem-solving and to Dare thriving as a business. Our culture rewards curiosity and drive, so the best ideas triumph and everyone here can make an impact.

Please let us know ahead of the interview and testing processes if you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance during the application process.

We’re also proud to be certified a ‘Great Place to Work’. Read more about our culture and what our team says about us here.