Analyst, Energy Storage Optimization & Analytics

Position Overview

Daylight is building a decentralized electric utility that empowers homes to generate, store, and share energy with their neighbors. Our team of energy and crypto veterans, backed by industry-leading investors, is passionate about creating a smarter, more sustainable grid.

In this role, you will be instrumental in executing our Virtual Power Plant (VPP) and demand response programs nationwide. You’ll develop strategies to drive revenue growth, optimize asset performance, and collaborate with the development team to build an internal platform integrating revenue stacking, analytics, and operational efficiencies. This position involves energy trading, pricing strategies, risk management, and ensuring compliance with program and internal risk metrics. Remote work is available with a preference for candidates in the New York City metro area, and travel to New York City is required for meetings and team-building events.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of VPP and demand response program participation across the country.
• Develop strategies aligned with the company’s business goals and revenue objectives.
• Collaborate with the development team to build an internal VPP scheduling platform that integrates revenue stacking, operational constraints, and analytics.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and competitive dynamics to identify business opportunities.
• Oversee market activities including scheduling, dispatch, pricing strategies, and risk management to optimize asset performance.
• Build operational capabilities ensuring BESS warranties, degradation targets, and market participation requirements are met.
• Develop partnerships with optimization and scheduling platforms to enhance commercial operations.
• Identify and integrate data sources for energy market forecasting, congestion analysis, and revenue modeling.
• Maintain expertise in ISO/RTO market structures, energy trading strategies, and risk-adjusted revenue scenarios.
• Assess the asset pipeline by market, development timeline, and commercial readiness to develop a roadmap for revenue optimization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in energy market analytics, trading, commercial operations, or asset optimization.
• Expertise in power markets, risk management, and regulatory requirements (experience with CAISO, NYISO, PJM, and ERCOT is a plus).
• Understanding of state-level programs (e.g., CA DSGS, MA Connected Solutions, MA Clean Peak Standard, etc.).
• Self-motivated with strong leadership skills and the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Results-oriented with a proven ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload effectively, and deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision.
• Deep knowledge of energy storage optimization, power marketing, revenue forecasting, and market participation strategies.
• Strong data analytics and modeling experience to support decision-making and risk analysis.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Opportunity to shape a category-defining product from the ground up
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellhub membership
• Monthly wellness stipend