Analyst, Energy Storage Optimization & Analytics
Daylight is seeking an analyst to support VPP and demand response participation, energy trading, asset optimization, market analytics, revenue modeling, and risk management for distributed energy assets.
Responsibilities
- Execute VPP and demand response program participation nationwide
- Develop strategies to meet revenue objectives and optimize asset value
- Assist the development team in building an internal VPP scheduling platform
- Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and competitive dynamics
- Oversee scheduling, dispatch, pricing strategies, and risk management
- Manage BESS warranties, degradation targets, and market participation obligations
- Develop partnerships with optimization and scheduling platforms
- Identify and integrate data sources for forecasting, congestion analysis, and revenue modeling
- Maintain expertise in ISO and RTO market structures and energy trading strategies
- Assess the asset pipeline and develop a roadmap for revenue optimization
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in energy market analytics, trading, commercial operations, or asset optimization
- Expertise in power markets, risk management, and regulatory requirements
- Understanding of state-level energy programs
- Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Deep knowledge of energy storage optimization, power marketing, revenue forecasting, and market participation strategies
- Strong data analytics and modeling experience
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Equity package
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Wellhub membership
- Monthly wellness stipend
- Opportunity to shape a category-defining product