Ascendanalytics

Ascendanalytics

Energy Analyst / Senior Energy Analyst (Market Intelligence)

Boulder, Colorado · Senior

No sponsorship$80k-$110kDetected 20 days ago
PythonForecastingValuationLeadershipCollaborationPublic Speaking

About the role

  • Energy Analyst / Senior Energy Analyst (Market Intelligence), Boulder, CO (Hybrid or Remote)
  • Market Intelligence (MI) delivers industry-leading wholesale and retail price forecasts across U.S. power markets. Leveraging proprietary models and deep market expertise, AscendMI provides nodal sub-hourly forecasts extending 20+ years to support investment, development, and operational decisions. Market Intelligence (MI) integrates fundamental drivers,

Responsibilities

  • Lead forecast development for one of the seven US ISOs and work products to support the forecast.
  • Perform in-depth analysis of power market operations using both in-house software and commercially available production cost modeling tools.
  • Assimilate complex information into readily understood reports and presentations that help to drive decision making for utilities, IPPs, and other stakeholders.
  • Belonging: We create an environment where every individual is valued and respected.
  • One Team Mindset: We collaborate across teams and functions, supporting one another and prioritizing shared success over individual wins.
  • 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.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field
  • 1+ years of experience in a power or electricity-focused role (3+ years required for Senior Analyst) at a utility, consulting firm, government agency, financial institution, or non-profit.
  • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a quantitative field
  • Proficiency in analytic programming languages such as Python or R.

Nice to have

  • Market Intelligence (MI) integrates fundamental drivers, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to produce bankable and regulatory-accepted insights.
  • These forecasts form the foundation for valuation, risk analysis, and strategic planning for developers, investors, and utilities.
  • 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.
  • A rapidly scaling SaaS business with real advancement opportunities.

Compensation

  • We offer a competitive salary range of $80,000-$110,000 for the Energy Analyst role and $100,000-$140,000 for Senior Analyst.

Benefits

  • 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:

Company info

  • Our Values @ Ascend
  • Purpose Driven: We are united by a shared purpose - to deliver meaningful impact for our customers, our industry, and the energy transition.
  • Note: We regret that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • We regret that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

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