Senior Analyst, Energy Markets, NA

Vantage Data Centers
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Denver
100 Fillmore Street (Show on map)
Jul 15, 2025
About Vantage Data Centers Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands. Energy Department The Energy Department is dedicated to managing and optimizing the energy resources required to power our data centers while promoting sustainability and efficiency. The Energy department plays a critical role in ensuring our power solutions are cost-effective, support speed to market, have sufficient scale to meet growing AI load, and resilient to energy market fluctuations. The team focuses on energy procurement from utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), energy marketers, and renewable energy technology providers. Position Overview This role is based in Denver, CO, following our flexible work policy (3 days in-office, 2 days flexible). We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Energy Markets Analyst to support strategic energy procurement for our global data center portfolio. This role will be responsible for market intelligence, price forecasting, and regulatory monitoring across key U.S. and international power markets. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in energy market fundamentals and will play a critical role in informing power sourcing decisions, financial planning, and risk management strategies. Essential Job Functions: Energy Market Intelligence & Price Forecasting Conduct ongoing analysis of wholesale and retail energy markets (e.g., ERCOT, PJM, CAISO, MISO) to inform sourcing strategies. Maintain and update energy and capacity price databases to support short- and long-term planning. Track trends in congestion pricing, nodal LMPs, ancillary services, and capacity markets. Build and maintain regional price forecasts for power and RECs to support PPA evaluations and cost modeling. Procurement & Strategic Support Partner with the Energy Strategy team to assess and recommend optimal procurement strategies (PPA, VPPA, green tariffs, retail supply). Support commercial negotiations by modeling market exposure and expected contract performance under different regulatory or market conditions. Evaluate new site opportunities through energy cost modeling and infrastructure readiness analysis. Risk & Regulatory Analysis Assess exposure to power market volatility, carbon pricing, and regulatory change. Contribute to risk mitigation strategies including contract structuring, hedging, and participation in demand response or load flexibility programs. Monitor key policy developments (FERC, PUCs, DOE, etc.) and translate implications for energy procurement and compliance. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Legal, Finance, Sales, and Sustainability teams to align energy strategies with corporate and customer goals. Deliver executive-ready reporting on energy trends, price risk, and market outlooks. Assist in preparing materials for investor relations and customer-facing transparency on energy sourcing strategy. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Economics, Energy Systems, Engineering, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree or MBA preferred. 5-10 years of experience in energy markets, utilities, trading, or power procurement. Expertise in U.S. power markets (PJM, ERCOT, CAISO, etc.), with understanding of nodal pricing and market structures. Strong background in data analysis, market modeling, and energy risk management. Proficiency with energy market tools and platforms (e.g., ABB Velocity, Genscape, Energy Exemplar, or similar). Familiarity with renewable energy procurement, emissions tracking, and corporate decarbonization strategies is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex topics for senior leaders. Willingness to travel 10-20% for utility meetings, site evaluations, and industry events. Physical Demands and Special Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Additional Details Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations) This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. #LI-CM1 #LI-Hybrid We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations. Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community. Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values. Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers. We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!