Trading and Market Operations Lead, Energy

Job Description

Trading and Market Operations Lead, Energy Job Category: Energy Location: Melbourne, Victoria Req. ID: 237418 Job Type: Full-time What to Expect: As part of the Autobidder team, you will manage trading performance for the world’s largest fleet of battery storage projects. You will drive continuous improvements in Tesla’s in-house automated trading platform, Autobidder, optimizing battery revenues and supporting the transition to sustainable energy. You will generate actionable insights, communicate complex topics clearly, and engage with stakeholders. Collaborating with engineers, you will refine trading strategies, support decision-making, and monitor Autobidder’s real-time performance to balance risk and returns. This role requires analytical problem-solving, a proactive mindset, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments. This position is open to applicants based in both Melbourne & Sydney. What You’ll Do: Oversee Tesla’s BESS trading performance in the AEMO market. Manage 24/7 BESS trading in the AEMO market in Autobidder, including exchange-traded and OTC products. Analyze market conditions, develop risk-adjusted trading strategies. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance Autobidder’s algorithm. Develop and document trading processes to improve team and asset performance. Build internal analytical tools and dashboards. Engage with Tesla customers to optimize system performance and mitigate risks. Track market rule changes and translate them into software and trading strategy updates. What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, or Engineering. 5+ years of physical or financial trading experience in Australian electricity markets. Proficient in SQL, Python, and Jupyter Notebooks for data analysis. Strong verbal and written communication skills with a collaborative approach. Data-driven mindset with informed opinions on Autobidder’s development and performance. Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously while influencing others. Compensation and Benefits: In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees: Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Parental leave (no minimum employment period) Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay Employee Vehicle Loan Program Novated Leasing (AU only) Well-being Fund – An annual allowance for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work Birthday Leave & Volunteer Leave Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr