Part Time Data Analyst

PART-TIME DATA ANALYST

Join the Market Leader in Electric Power Data and Analytics Solutions

The electrical grid is the largest and most complicated machine ever built. Yes Energy’s industry-leading electric power trading analytics software provides real-time visibility into the massive amount of data generated by the North American electrical grid daily. Our unique and innovative view of the data informs real-time trading decisions that keep utility prices low and the grid up and running. It’s both challenging work and work with a purpose.

Be a part of our successful, growing business.

Primary Responsibilities:

Yes Energy is seeking Data Analysts to assist our Boulder-based Power Infrastructure Group. The Power Infrastructure Group is responsible for the data integrity of all data collections related to physical power infrastructure and price nodes and for researching and developing new data collections supporting Yes Energy products. Our part-time data analysts will apply their critical thinking skills to assist with several data quality projects. The ideal candidate should have an analytic mindset that enjoys looking for patterns in information, a willingness to research and pull in additional sources of information to determine a solution, and an interest in geo-mapping power infrastructure to support our efforts in Nodal Power Markets. While the position will utilize a custom web-based interface to manage the work, any previous experience working with SQL or relational databases would be a plus. This role will allow you to participate in a collaborative team environment while offering the flexibility to work remotely with a flexible work schedule. This position enables candidates to develop greater knowledge of energy markets while applying and developing technical and research skills alongside one of the industry's most creative and hard-working staff.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform GIS and Web map work to research and identify power-related infrastructure (power plants, transmission grid elements, market indicators)
• Determine and maintain data on how market objects relate to each other.
• Make recommendations for improvements to methodologies and procedures.

Experience, Key Skills & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field (Economics, Geography, Computer Science, Math, and Engineering are preferred)
• Very strong attention to detail.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to gather, understand, and critically analyze spatial and tabular data.
• Quick study, self-motivated with a drive to deliver results.
• Previous experience working with SQL and relational databases a plus

Compensation

Base Compensation Range: $23.00 - $27.00 / hour

In accordance with Colorado law, the range provided is Yes Energy’s reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower based on non-discriminatory factors such as location, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Position Details

• Part-time status; 20 hours per week/4 hours per day.
• One-year commitment with the potential to convert to full-time.
• This position is open to either hybrid or remote work.

About Yes Energy

Overview

Yes Energy delivers real-time market data and electric power trading decision solutions. Over 1,000 market participants use Yes Energy solutions daily. The business is a leader in all aspects of information content collection and management, developing and delivering data and market analytics solutions. Since its inception in 2008, Yes Energy has become a trusted and respected supplier of innovative and reliable solutions focused on the needs of power market analysts, traders, and trade managers. Yes Energy has a team of over 200 exceptional professionals across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Culture

Yes Energy has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Colorado, and we have the culture to prove it. At Yes Energy, we care about saying “Yes” to customers. We like to listen, learn, and develop solutions that align with our customers’ needs. We think about customers as business partners, and when we help them be more successful … we are more successful, too.

• Around the office, our culture is driven by some pretty fundamental values that we’re proud of:

• We love innovation and solving tough challenges;

• We are “high standards people” who combine passion and pride with hard work and rewards of all kinds-- in an ethic that is consistent across the company;

• We’re team-focused with a flat hierarchy-- we work in small teams on well-defined projects that directly impact the success of the business;

• We play to the strengths and experience of each person while each of us also works along a continuum of roles adjacent to our focus area. This presents the challenge of maintaining a broad set of skills as well as an opportunity to learn and contribute in many ways;

• We are constantly growing. Professional development happens every day and every year.

At Yes Energy, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Yes Energy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Yes Energy complies with the applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOTE: This position is not open to third-party agencies.