Daylight

Analyst, Energy Storage Optimization & Analytics

New York, NY

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 484 days ago

Data AnalysisForecastingLeadership

About the role

In this role at Daylight, you'll play a critical role in executing our Virtual Power Plant (VPP) and demand response program participation across the country.
We're an early-stage startup, so this role goes beyond traditional asset optimization.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about energy markets and technology who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Develop strategies aligned with the company's business goals and revenue objectives.
Assist the development team in building an internal VPP scheduling platform that integrates revenue stacking, operational constraints, and analytics to maximize asset value.
Oversee market activities, including scheduling and dispatch, pricing strategies, and risk management, to optimize asset performance.
Build operational capabilities to manage obligations while ensuring BESS warranties, degradation targets, and market participation requirements are met.
Develop partnerships with optimization and scheduling platforms to enhance commercial operations.
Maintain expertise in ISO/RTO market structures, energy trading strategies, and risk-adjusted returns for contracted and merchant revenue scenarios.
Assess the asset pipeline by market, development timeline, and commercial readiness, developing a roadmap for revenue optimization.
We're building technology that serves everyone, and we believe diverse perspectives make our team and our product stronger.
Daylight is building a decentralized electric utility.
We're building technology that enables homes to generate, store, and share energy with their neighbors, turning passive consumers into active participants in a smarter, more sustainable grid.

2+ years of experience in energy market analytics, trading, commercial operations, or asset optimization.
Deep knowledge of energy storage optimization, power marketing, revenue forecasting, and market participation strategies.
Travel to New York City is required for meetings and team building events.

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
Expertise in power markets, risk management, and regulatory requirements (experience with CAISO, NYISO, PJM, and ERCOT is a plus).

Competitive salary and equity package
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Monthly wellness stipend
Backed by a16z, Framework, and other industry-leading investors, we're building the infrastructure to make that vision a reality.

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