Base

Markets

MarketOperationsEngineer

Austin, Texas, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Market Operations Engineer at Base. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, technical and business analysis, market development efforts, asset deployment valuation, real-time operations, market rule changes, ISO protocols, regulatory updates, wholesale markets, energy wholesale markets, device communications with balancing authorities, telemetry analysis, algo”

What You'll Achieve.

optimize the performance of Base’s fleet of distributed, behind-the-meter batteries; drive asset value; maximize operational revenue from distributed battery fleets; ensuring the grid-support performance and profitability of Base’s distributed battery fleet

Industry & Context.

Markets
Problems you'll solve

first-principles thinker who favors the simplest effective solution; technical and business analysis; asset deployment valuation; market development efforts; drive asset value

Eligibility Requirements

We work in-person, It’s not a 9-to-5, We are all-in

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

first-principles thinker who favors the simplest effective solution, Deep understanding of power systems operations at both the distribution and wholesale levels, with a passion for further developing domain expertise, Proficient in data analysis techniques with advanced programming skills in Python, Pandas, and SQL, Excellent communication skills, including the ability to create clear, compelling data visualizations using tools like Plotly, Matplotlib, or Grafana, Ability to contribute to external communications and technical product engineering initiatives

Nice to Have

Technical background in power systems or a related field, Experience as an energy manager or in operating grid-scale and behind-the-meter asset portfolios

What You'll Do.

Monitor and interpret ISO protocols

and market rule changes through active participation in ISO stakeholder processes

Conduct asset deployment valuation and technical analysis to inform business development and strategic initiatives

Develop white papers and recommendations to support market development efforts

Collaborate with the real-time asset management team to maximize operational revenue from distributed battery fleets

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with the real-time asset management team; stakeholder engagement; external communications

Communication Scope

Excellent communication skills; ability to create clear, compelling data visualizations; external communications

Full Job Description

ABOUT BASE Base is America’s next-generation power company. We’re rebuilding the foundation of modern civilization–electricity–by deploying a vast network of distributed batteries that is transforming today’s fragile, centralized grid into a resilient and abundant system. We are engineers, operators, and creatives solving some of the most complex, interdisciplinary challenges of our time. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Market Operations Engineer at Base Power, you’ll play a critical role at the intersection of energy wholesale markets and real-time operations. You will help optimize the performance of Base’s fleet of distributed, behind-the-meter batteries across ERCOT and other markets. Your work will span ISO stakeholder engagement, technical and business analysis, and hands-on support of our real-time operations team to drive asset value. What You'll Do - Monitor and interpret ISO protocols, regulatory updates, and market rule changes through active participation in ISO stakeholder processes. - Conduct asset deployment valuation and technical analysis to inform business development and strategic initiatives. - Develop white papers and recommendations to support market development efforts. - Collaborate with the real-time asset management team to maximize operational revenue from distributed battery fleets. What You'll Bring - Strong first-principles thinker who favors the simplest effective solution. - Deep understanding of power systems operations at both the distribution and wholesale levels, with a passion for further developing domain expertise. - Proficient in data analysis techniques with advanced programming skills in Python, Pandas, and SQL. - Excellent communication skills, including the ability to create clear, compelling data visualizations using tools like Plotly, Matplotlib, or Grafana. - Ability to contribute to external communications and technical product engineering initiatives. Preferred Skills - Technical background in power systems or a related field. -

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