Second Foundation is a global energy trading company with over 450 employees across locations in Prague HQ (CZ), Zug (CH), Mainz (DE), Berlin (DE), Charlotte (USA), and Tokyo (JP). We specialize in the physical trading of electricity in 25 markets across Europe, North America, and Asia. With a strong focus on sustainable energy markets, our competitive edge lies in blending exceptional talent, innovative technology, and a deep understanding of the evolving energy landscape.
As an independent company, we value your input and offer opportunities to shape the features we develop and the trading strategies we deploy. We are particularly interested in hiring graduates who possess independent thinking skills and a drive to achieve results, as this will facilitate our expansion into new markets.
What would you work on?
- You will be trading energy commodities.
- Monitor market trends and analyze data to make informed trading decisions.
- Observe and analyze weather and its patterns influencing the near future state of the market.
- Use strong analytical skills and attention to detail to improve analytical machine learning price predicting models.
- Make quick decisions under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment.
- You will participate in the development of the proprietary trading platform.
What makes you a great candidate?
- Background in mathematics, physics, or technical fields from a university.
- Solid analytical skills with a focus on probability and decision-making under uncertainty.
- Interest in trading of any kind.
- Drive to deliver – making ideas a reality.
What do we offer?
- Brand new office in the city center – Masaryčka.
- Competitive salary package with the possibility of a yearly bonus.
- 25 days of paid holiday.
- Flexible working schedule.
- High-end workstation.
- Sponsored lunch in the office. Every workday.
- Free snacks at the office.
- Multisport Card – fully paid by the company.
- Colleagues who are absolute experts in what they do.
Skills Required
- University background in mathematics, physics, or a technical field
- Strong analytical skills focused on probability and decision-making under uncertainty
- Interest in trading
- Drive to deliver and turn ideas into reality
What We Do
Second Foundation is a tech company active in energy markets. A young company based in Prague that quickly grew into an international player in the modern energy sector, focusing on electricity trading, renewable energy production, battery storage, and flexible asset management. We operate at 25 markets from USA to Japan. With innovative proprietary technology and advanced trading algorithms, we are committed to maximizing the value of renewable energies while supporting the energy transition
