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 Group is responsible for supporting Vantage’s data center portfolio through the execution and management of complex commercial energy agreements, including utility service agreements, power purchase agreements, interconnection agreements, gas supply and infrastructure contracts, and other energy-adjacent arrangements. The team partners closely with project management, development, legal, finance, and external counterparties to ensure contracts are executed efficiently, accurately documented, and aligned with business objectives.
Position Overview
This role can be based in any of our US locations or Remote
Vantage is seeking a commercial power markets professional to support the development and execution of power solutions for large-scale data center projects across North America. This role will focus on structuring and executing wholesale and retail power arrangements, transmission service strategies, and innovative energy delivery solutions to support hyperscale load growth.
The ideal candidate will have experience in power markets, transmission transactions (including point-to-point, network integration transmission service (NITS), and related arrangements), structured energy agreements, and commercial power delivery strategies. Candidates may come from utilities, IPPs, energy marketers, trading organizations, developers, or large commercial energy users, and should bring a strong commercial mindset with the ability to evaluate market dynamics and develop creative solutions around grid constraints, reliability, and energy supply.
In addition to commercial transaction experience, the role requires exposure to power development and infrastructure strategy, including an understanding of development risks, timelines, and commercial considerations associated with new generation and large load projects. This includes familiarity with transmission queue processes, interconnection timelines, utility studies, large load utility engagement, and differences between deregulated markets, regulated markets, and retail service arrangements.
This role will work cross-functionally with development, infrastructure, legal, utility, to support scalable and reliable energy solutions for mission-critical infrastructure projects.
Essential Job Functions
Structure and execute wholesale and retail power transactions across North American markets
Develop and implement transmission strategies including point-to-point, NITS, and other service arrangements
Support structuring of agreements such as EEIs, WSPP Schedule C, tolling agreements, HRCOs, and capacity products
Evaluate power market dynamics including pricing, congestion, and regulatory frameworks
Support development of behind-the-meter and alternative infrastructure strategies
Analyze transmission constraints, interconnection risks, and queue positions
Engage with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, regulators, and transmission providers on large load integration
Partner with internal stakeholders on long-term energy and infrastructure strategy
Support negotiation of complex commercial energy agreements
Coordinate across development, legal, infrastructure, and executive teams to deliver solutions
Additional duties as assigned by Management
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Energy, or related field
4–8 years of experience in power markets, structured transactions, or energy origination
Experience with transmission products (point-to-point, NITS) and grid processes
Familiarity with structured agreements such as EEI and WSPP
Exposure to development processes including interconnection and utility engagement
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
Ability to assess market dynamics and develop strategic solutions
Experience working with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, or energy counterparties
Travel up to 20%, with potential to increase as the business evolves
Physical Demands and Special Requirements
Primarily desk-based, remote office role.
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
Occasional meetings outside normal business hours may be required due to cross-functional or counterparty scheduling.
Additional Details
Salary Range: $175,000-$190,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)
This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and participation in a 401(k) plan with company match.
Compensation will be based on experience, skills, and location.
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
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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!