Sr. Natural Gas Trader
NextDecade, Houston, TX, United States
About Nextdecade Corporation
NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower‑carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost‑effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next‑decade.com.
Summary Of The Role The Senior Natural Gas Trader is responsible for managing physical natural gas trading positions across Texas markets, optimizing daily asset and portfolio exposures, and maximizing commercial value within defined risk parameters. This role requires deep market expertise, strong commercial intuition, and the ability to make high‑velocity decisions in dynamic market conditions. The trader will actively manage supply, transportation, storage, and customer positions while cultivating strategic relationships with counterparties, pipelines, producers, and market participants.
Key Responsibilities
Trade physical natural gas in daily and next‑day markets, optimizing positions across multiple hubs and pipelines
Execute supply purchases, sales, and transport/storage deals to support portfolio optimization
Manage balancing requirements, nominations, and real‑time operational constraints
Identify and capture market dislocations, optionality, and locational arbitrage opportunities
Monitor pipeline notices, outages, and constraints to adjust positions accordingly
Optimize company‑owned capacity, storage assets, and structured positions
Manage exposure within defined risk limits, ensuring compliance with corporate trading policies
Work closely with schedulers to ensure accurate and timely nominations and flow strategies
Coordinate with risk, legal, and credit teams to support trade execution and counterparty allocations
Maintain a strong understanding of regional supply/demand fundamentals, weather impacts, pipeline dynamics, and competitive behaviors
Provide market insights to internal stakeholders, including analytics, strategy, and commercial leadership
Contribute to short‑term forecasting and trading strategy development
Evaluate new market opportunities, optionality structures, and portfolio enhancements
Develop and maintain strong relationships with producers, marketers, utilities, industrial customers, and pipeline representatives
Negotiate commercial terms for spot and short‑term physical transactions
Ensure all trades comply with internal risk frameworks, regulatory guidelines, and reporting requirements
Maintain accurate trade capture and support timely resolution of trade discrepancies
Collaborate with risk control and audit teams during periodic reviews
7–10+ years of experience in physical natural gas trading, preferably in cash/daily markets
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Energy, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree a plus preferred
Deep knowledge of U.S. pipeline systems, scheduling processes, balancing rules, and regional market structures
Demonstrated track record of P&L generation and commercial value creation
Strong analytical skills, including comfort with real‑time decision making under uncertainty
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
High proficiency with trading systems (e.g., Endur, Allegro, Trayport) and market data tools
Experience trading across multiple regions (Gulf Coast and Texas) preferred
Familiarity with structured products, asset‑backed trading, and storage optimization preferred
Understanding of ERCOT adjacent gas dynamics preferred
Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc. This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA‑recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary
Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions
While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear
The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities
Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions
If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@next‑decade.com.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
NextDecade Values
Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us
Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do
Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions
Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work
Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders
Diversity – We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed
NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Summary Of The Role The Senior Natural Gas Trader is responsible for managing physical natural gas trading positions across Texas markets, optimizing daily asset and portfolio exposures, and maximizing commercial value within defined risk parameters. This role requires deep market expertise, strong commercial intuition, and the ability to make high‑velocity decisions in dynamic market conditions. The trader will actively manage supply, transportation, storage, and customer positions while cultivating strategic relationships with counterparties, pipelines, producers, and market participants.
Key Responsibilities
Trade physical natural gas in daily and next‑day markets, optimizing positions across multiple hubs and pipelines
Execute supply purchases, sales, and transport/storage deals to support portfolio optimization
Manage balancing requirements, nominations, and real‑time operational constraints
Identify and capture market dislocations, optionality, and locational arbitrage opportunities
Monitor pipeline notices, outages, and constraints to adjust positions accordingly
Optimize company‑owned capacity, storage assets, and structured positions
Manage exposure within defined risk limits, ensuring compliance with corporate trading policies
Work closely with schedulers to ensure accurate and timely nominations and flow strategies
Coordinate with risk, legal, and credit teams to support trade execution and counterparty allocations
Maintain a strong understanding of regional supply/demand fundamentals, weather impacts, pipeline dynamics, and competitive behaviors
Provide market insights to internal stakeholders, including analytics, strategy, and commercial leadership
Contribute to short‑term forecasting and trading strategy development
Evaluate new market opportunities, optionality structures, and portfolio enhancements
Develop and maintain strong relationships with producers, marketers, utilities, industrial customers, and pipeline representatives
Negotiate commercial terms for spot and short‑term physical transactions
Ensure all trades comply with internal risk frameworks, regulatory guidelines, and reporting requirements
Maintain accurate trade capture and support timely resolution of trade discrepancies
Collaborate with risk control and audit teams during periodic reviews
7–10+ years of experience in physical natural gas trading, preferably in cash/daily markets
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Energy, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree a plus preferred
Deep knowledge of U.S. pipeline systems, scheduling processes, balancing rules, and regional market structures
Demonstrated track record of P&L generation and commercial value creation
Strong analytical skills, including comfort with real‑time decision making under uncertainty
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
High proficiency with trading systems (e.g., Endur, Allegro, Trayport) and market data tools
Experience trading across multiple regions (Gulf Coast and Texas) preferred
Familiarity with structured products, asset‑backed trading, and storage optimization preferred
Understanding of ERCOT adjacent gas dynamics preferred
Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc. This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA‑recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary
Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions
While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear
The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities
Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions
If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@next‑decade.com.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
NextDecade Values
Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us
Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do
Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions
Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work
Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders
Diversity – We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed
NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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