Ascendanalytics

Senior / Principal Energy Analyst (SmartBidder)

Boulder, Colorado · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$100k-$160kDetected 19 days ago

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About the role

Senior Analyst / Principal Analyst (SmartBidder), Boulder, CO (Hybrid)
SmartBidder analysts manage and advise on the trading strategy and wholesale market operations for 5+ GW of battery energy storage assets. This cross-functional role spans trading, market analytics, customer success, sales, engineering, product, and operations. We're looking for someone who brings industry expertise, opinions about power trading, and a

Collaborate with Engineering, Data Science, and Product to advance SmartBidder features and improve bidding performance.
Monitor regulatory and market design changes across ISOs and assess their impact on customer operations and strategies.
Support Sales through product demos, trials, and demonstrating subject matter expertise.
Participate in on-call rotations to support real-time trading decision-making and live market operations, including occasional evenings or weekends.
Experience in customer-facing, consulting, or advisory roles with demonstrated ability to build trust with clients and manage relationships effectively.
Self-directed and highly organized; able to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and maintain rigor in a fast-paced operational environment.
Join a team that values your work, supports your growth, and invests in your future!
Collaboration is in our DNA, and we thrive on the energy of working together - the spontaneous ideas, face-to-face teamwork, and culture you can only build in a room.
We collaborate across teams and functions, supporting one another and prioritizing shared success over individual wins.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, data science, economics, or other relevant field.
Experience with and proclivity to using AI tools for research, coding and workflow automation.

This cross-functional role spans trading, market analytics, customer success, sales, engineering, product, and operations.
The ideal candidate has excellent communication and analytical skills, a strong background in economics, finance, or engineering, and exhibits high levels of leadership and professionalism.
As a high-growth, private equity-backed company, Ascend continues to expand its market leadership while investing in innovation, talent, and scalable solutions for an increasingly dynamic energy market.
Your Impact @ Ascend
High-impact work.
Direct exposure.
Work alongside executive leadership and key utility and corporate clients.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life and disability insurance.
Parental leave for growing families.
FSA, HSA, and dependent care accounts.
Flexible PTO to take time when you need it.
Compensation is flexible and will be tailored to your experience and background - we're proud to offer pay that is often above industry average.
But the perks don't stop there - we're committed to creating a workplace where people can do meaningful work, grow their careers, and still have a life outside the office.
You'll enjoy flexible work hours, a collaborative environment, and real opportunities for advancement.
We offer competitive compensation - calibrated to your experience and structured to grow with you - along with a comprehensive benefits package:

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