Market Operations Senior Analyst
Key Capture Energy · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Optimize battery storage dispatch and hedging.
- Develop algorithmic trading strategies with Python/SQL.
- Manage real-time market operations and troubleshoot issues.
- Analyze data in MS SQL Server and build Power BI dashboards.
- Requires 3+ years energy industry or analytical experience.
About the role
Market Operations Senior Analyst
Department: Market Operations
Reports to: Senior Manager of Market Analysis
Effective Date: January 2026
Location: Remote
Travel: Up to 15%
Position Purpose
This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Senior Manager of Market Analysis. The Market Operations Senior Analyst will use quantitative reasoning, problem solving, operations research methods, and programming skills to assist the market operations team in hedging strategies (physical and financial products) and optimizing battery energy storage system dispatch across the Key Capture Energy fleet.
Responsibilities may include developing algorithmic hedging and energy trading strategies, strategizing day-to-day power market operations, troubleshooting market operations in real-time, building/editing mathematical models that represent battery energy storage system operation, building reports summarizing performance of trading strategies, and direct analytical or coding projects. The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver with the technical skills to independently manage projects from the brainstorm phase through to a final work-product with limited oversight.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain algorithmic hedging strategies to support physical BESS operations and maximize portfolio value.
- Lead the build-out of automated power market bidding/trading strategies using Python and SQL and champion new feature development to drive PNL improvements.
- Support the day-to-day management of company assets, including via bid submission, code debugging and on-call responsibilities.
- Understand factors impacting electricity prices and collaborate with the team to improve price forecasts, bidding and hedging models. Development and assess new models as necessary to improve PNL.
- Analyze and manipulate datasets in MS SQL Server. Collaborate with the development team to support the build-out of necessary infrastructure for analytics work.
- Identify gaps in analytical reports and dashboard tools and build new Power BI dashboards that transform data into information that informs market decisions and fills identified needs.
- All other duties as required.
Work Experience & Requirements
- 3+ years of energy industry or analytical experience; IPP or utility experience with a background in hedging physical operations preferred.
- Strong fundamental understanding of daily energy market operations in various jurisdictions.
- Bachelor's degree in: engineering, math, economics, computer science, chemistry, physics, finance, business, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Interest in clean energy and power markets.
- Experience programming in Python or other mathematical programming languages. Exposure to mathematical optimization a plus.
- Experience working with large data sets a plus.
- Very motivated self-starter.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Key skills/competency
- Market Operations Senior Analyst
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Problem Solving
- Operations Research
- Python
- SQL
- Algorithmic Hedging
- Energy Trading
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Power Markets
Skills & topics
- Market Operations Senior Analyst
- Energy Industry
- Quantitative Analysis
- Python
- SQL
- Algorithmic Trading
- Hedging Strategies
- Power Markets
- Battery Energy Storage
- Remote Work
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in energy industry, analytical roles, Python, SQL, and hedging strategies, aligning with Key Capture Energy's needs.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your quantitative reasoning, problem-solving abilities, and experience with mathematical modeling and optimization.
- Demonstrate understanding: Articulate your knowledge of daily energy market operations and your interest in clean energy.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss specific projects, how you've managed projects independently, and your approach to troubleshooting market operations.
- Research Key Capture Energy: Understand their mission in clean energy and power markets to show genuine interest.
Technical preparation
Practice Python and SQL for data analysis.,Study energy market operations and hedging.,Build models for battery storage dispatch.,Familiarize with Power BI for reporting.
Behavioral questions
Describe managing projects independently.,How have you troubleshooted complex issues?,How do you approach optimizing strategies?,Discuss your interest in clean energy.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Market Operations Senior Analyst at Key Capture Energy?
- The Market Operations Senior Analyst position at Key Capture Energy is a remote role, offering flexibility for candidates. While primarily remote, there may be up to 15% travel required for specific business needs.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Market Operations Senior Analyst at Key Capture Energy?
- The Market Operations Senior Analyst is responsible for developing algorithmic hedging and energy trading strategies, optimizing battery energy storage system dispatch, managing day-to-day power market operations, troubleshooting in real-time, building mathematical models, and creating performance reports. The role emphasizes independent project management and technical problem-solving.
- What technical skills are essential for the Market Operations Senior Analyst role at Key Capture Energy?
- Essential technical skills include strong quantitative reasoning, problem-solving abilities, and programming proficiency in Python and SQL. Experience with mathematical optimization, working with large datasets, and building analytical reports and Power BI dashboards are also highly valued.
- What kind of experience is preferred for the Market Operations Senior Analyst position at Key Capture Energy?
- Key Capture Energy prefers candidates with at least 3 years of experience in the energy industry or a strong analytical background. Experience in independent power production (IPP) or utility operations, particularly with a background in hedging physical operations, is highly preferred.
- Does Key Capture Energy offer opportunities for professional development in the Market Operations Senior Analyst role?
- While not explicitly detailed, the role's focus on developing new models, leading feature development, and collaborating with a development team suggests opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth in quantitative analysis and energy market operations.
- How does the Market Operations Senior Analyst role contribute to Key Capture Energy's mission?
- The Market Operations Senior Analyst plays a crucial role in maximizing the value of Key Capture Energy's battery energy storage systems through sophisticated hedging and dispatch strategies. This directly supports the company's mission by optimizing operations within clean energy and power markets.