[Hiring] Market Development Specialist REMOTE USA
Position: Market Development Specialist
Date Posted: May 11, 2026
Industry: Energy Technology / Clean Energy / Electricity Markets / Sustainability / Software (Energy Tech)
Employment Type: Full Time | Remote
Experience: 3–5 years of experience in wholesale electricity markets, demand response, utility programs, or distributed energy resources required
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Energy Systems, Electrical Engineering, Economics, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Business, or related field preferred
Location: United States, REMOTE
Company: Leap
Description:
Leap is a mission-driven energy technology company focused on decarbonizing global electric grids by building and scaling virtual power plants (VPPs). The company enables distributed energy resources such as battery storage systems, electric vehicle chargers, and smart thermostats to actively support electricity grids during peak demand periods.
Through its advanced software platform, Leap connects energy technology providers to grid flexibility programs across the United States, helping them generate revenue while improving grid stability and supporting the transition to a cleaner and more reliable energy system. The company operates as a fully remote organization with teams distributed across North America and Europe.
The Market Development Specialist role is designed for an experienced energy market professional who can analyze complex electricity market structures, evaluate new market opportunities, and lead cross-functional initiatives for market expansion and program launches. This position plays a key role in shaping how Leap enters and scales within new energy markets.
Key Responsibilities:
• Research and evaluate wholesale electricity markets, demand response programs, and utility frameworks
• Identify and assess new market entry opportunities for virtual power plant expansion
• Analyze complex energy policies, regulatory structures, and market rules
• Translate technical energy market data into clear insights for internal and external stakeholders
• Lead cross-functional coordination for launching new markets and programs
• Collaborate with product, engineering, policy, and operations teams to execute market expansion strategies
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring timely delivery and alignment
• Support development of scalable processes for energy market participation
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders across technical and business teams
• Contribute to strategic planning for distributed energy resource integration
Requirements:
• 3–5 years of experience in wholesale electricity markets, demand response, utility programs, or distributed energy resources
• Strong understanding of energy policy, electricity market structures, and grid operations
• Experience working with North American, European, UK, or Japan electricity markets preferred
• Proven ability to analyze complex regulatory and market frameworks
• Strong project management and cross-functional coordination experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote and distributed team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working across time zones and managing asynchronous communication
• Problem-solving mindset with ability to drive consensus across teams
Benefits:
• 100% Remote Work Environment
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Parental Leave Benefits
• Flexible Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and End-of-Year Appreciation Week
• Inclusive and collaborative work culture focused on clean energy innovation
Leap is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment lifecycle.
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