Working Student Algo Infrastructure

Are you eager to use your technical skills to help us become less dependent on fossil fuels? As a Working Student Algo Infrastructure in our Operations team within BA Markets, you will play a part in supporting Vattenfall's journey towards fossil freedom. We are looking for someone who is curious about innovative energy solutions and motivated by real-world impact. If you want to grow in an international environment where collaboration and progress drive everything we do, we would like to hear from you. Step forward and discover how your contribution can make a difference at Vattenfall.

What will you do?
In this working student role, you will play an important part in supporting the backbone of our algorithmic infrastructure. Together with your team, you will help develop and maintain the systems that power our platform and applications, ensuring they are robust, scalable and ready for tomorrow's challenges. Your daily work will focus on building software solutions that automate processes and make our services more reliable for colleagues across BA Markets. You will work closely with developers to design, test and release improvements—your input will be key in making sure updates run smoothly.

Your Main Tasks Include

• Developing tools and systems to manage platform infrastructure effectively
• Creating automation solutions that streamline workflows and support sustainable operations
• Collaborating with development teams to enhance testing routines and improve release practices
• Troubleshooting issues as they arise, helping to resolve them quickly to minimise disruption
• Documenting your work clearly so others can build on your ideas

You will be part of a collaborative environment where sharing knowledge is encouraged, allowing you to learn from experienced colleagues while contributing your own insights. Success in this role means keeping our platforms running efficiently through thoughtful problem-solving and teamwork—helping Vattenfall move one step closer towards fossil freedom every day.

Qualifications
You are curious about IT and eager to deepen your knowledge of infrastructure and software development. Your experience with Azure Cloud and Python helps you navigate technical challenges, while working in Linux environments feels familiar. You have a background in developing software, which means you understand how systems work beneath the surface.

We value your ability to communicate clearly and enjoy working as part of a team. At Vattenfall, we believe that great ideas emerge through collaboration, so your willingness to share knowledge and support colleagues will help us move forward together. You thrive when solving problems collectively and see the benefit in rigorous testing and continuous improvement.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Bring

• A strong interest in IT topics such as cloud infrastructure and software development
• Hands-on experience with Azure Cloud services and Python programming
• Familiarity with Linux environments for building reliable solutions
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, to work effectively across our international teams
• An enthusiastic approach to teamwork and communication

If you get excited by the idea of automating processes and contributing to sustainable systems, you will find plenty of opportunities here to make an impact. We are looking for someone who enjoys learning from others as much as sharing their own expertise—a team player ready to help us shape the future of energy together.

Additional Information

This student position is based in Hamburg, Germany and offers you the chance to join a driven team working at the forefront of algorithmic trading. If you are ready to make an impact in a fast-paced environment and would like to learn more, we look forward to receiving your application.

Our Offer
At Vattenfall, you will be part of the journey towards a future free from fossil fuels—here is how we support your ambitions along the way. You will gain practical experience working in interdisciplinary teams, where knowledge-sharing and collaboration are at the core of what we do. You will enjoy competitive compensation tailored for students, giving you transparency and confidence as you build your career. We offer flexible working arrangements so you can balance studies with real-world challenges and develop your skills at your own pace. With access to learning resources and mentoring from experienced colleagues, you will have every opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. As part of our international community, you will connect with like-minded people committed to making a difference. At Vattenfall, your ideas help shape a sustainable energy future—and we make sure you have the support to thrive while doing it.

Apply Now:
We welcome your application in English, including your CV, motivation letter, enrolment certificate, and current overview of grades. Apply via our website by latest

For more detailed information regarding the recruitment process, please contact our recruiter
Sabrina Parsons
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At Vattenfall, we believe diversity contributes to a more profitable and attractive company. We strive to be a role model regarding diversity and ensure all employees have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability, or sexual orientation.

Security Notice:
The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. A pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process, performed by a third party, DISA.

We look forward to receiving your application and embarking on this exciting journey together
Company Description
Vattenfall is a European energy company with approximately 20,000 employees. For over 100 years, we've electrified industries, supplied energy to homes, and modernized living through innovation and cooperation. We aim to make fossil-free living possible within one generation and are looking for talented individuals who share our passion and team spirit.