Energy Analyst II (Denver, CO)

Job Type:  Full-time

Work Model: Hybrid

Location: Denver, CO, USA (Hybrid role, only candidates based in Colorado will be considered)

About ZEMA Global and cQuant.io:

Zema Global is a world leader in enterprise data management solutions, empowering organizations across the energy and commodities sectors with the tools they need to streamline complex data challenges. Known for its commitment to innovation, customer success, and a collaborative culture, Zema Global fosters a high-performing, inclusive environment where creativity and excellence thrive.

cQuant.io, a Zema Global company, is a fast-growing, cloud-native, Software as a Service platform that is revolutionizing the way energy companies access and use quantitative models to drive their businesses forward, from supporting the renewable transition to optimizing the traditional generation that enables it. cQuant’s analytical offerings are built specifically for energy companies and span a broad array of industry verticals including electricity production (thermal, renewable, and storage), retail energy, energy trading, gas procurement and transportation, risk management, portfolio optimization, and others. 

Together, Zema Global and cQuant.io are transforming the future of energy analytics through technology, talent, and teamwork.

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

cQuant is seeking an Energy Analyst II to assist with software implementations, ongoing customer support, and maintenance/enhancements related to the analytical models within its web-based energy analytics platform.

The Energy Analyst II will interface directly with cQuant’s users, helping to instill best practices in quantitative modeling for portfolios amid the energy transition and enabling these users to realize maximum value from the cQuant solution. The Energy Analyst II will also work closely with various other departments within cQuant, including sales and marketing, quantitative development, and platform software, to assist in development, validation, quality assurance, and documentation of new energy-focused analytical products and features. The direct client-facing nature of the role will require the successful candidate to demonstrate both strong technical and problem solving abilities as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

If you are passionate about the energy industry and want to be at the forefront of the quantitative analytics enabling the energy transition, we want to hear from you! 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Configuring, calibrating, and validating cQuant’s analytical models within implementation projects and/or ad hoc engagements. 
• “Wrangling” energy and financial data. 
• Providing direct analytical support to existing and/or prospective clients. 
• Troubleshooting/debugging software failures. 
• Developing reporting dashboards and visualizations for integration into cQuant’s production software. 
• Writing documentation for existing analytical functionality. 
• Training cQuant users on existing functionality and best practices. 
• Performing testing and QA of cQuant’s models and analytical feature enhancements. 
• Implementing automated error checks and data validation for existing models. 
• Generating client-facing reports in R or Microsoft Excel. 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 

The successful candidate will be highly self-motivated and work well within a close-knit and dynamic team of bright and driven analytical software professionals. Work is fast-paced and results oriented, with little room for error or re-work, and the ideal candidate will excel in this environment. 

Must-Have Qualifications & Skills:

• Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline (Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Economics/Quantitative Economics or other) or a Bachelor’s degree along with 2+ years of relevant wholesale electric power industry experience in a quantitative role. 
• Less than 3 years of relevant work experience (entry-level role).
• Strong grasp of statistics and time series analysis (probability distributions, regression models, stochastic processes).
• Python/R proficiency (4+ years including academic experience) for data analysis and model development. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex technical concepts to clients.
• Hands-on experience in configuring, calibrating, and validating analytical models.
• Experience handling large datasets, reporting, and visualization development.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and proactive mindset.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications & Skills:

• Familiarity with wholesale energy industry concepts (renewable and thermal generation, battery storage, deal structuring).
• Basic understanding of financial derivatives (swaps, forwards, European options).
• Experience in QA/testing for analytical software or model feature enhancements.
• Teaching, tutoring, or training experience.
• Prior experience in energy finance, risk management, or portfolio analysis.
• Strong documentation skills and user-focused mindset.

Why Join us?

• Be part of a rapidly growing company revolutionizing energy analytics, shaping how data drives decision-making across the energy and commodities markets.
• Work with cutting-edge technology alongside a team of industry experts who are redefining market intelligence.
• Significant opportunity to make a measurable impact on product strategy, revenue growth and customer success, with clear paths for career advancement.
• Join a company culture that values innovation, collaboration and customer-centric thinking, giving you the autonomy to drive meaningful change.

How to Apply?
- If you're excited about this opportunity, send us your application highlighting your qualifications and experience relevant to the role and we'll get back to you as soon as possible (we only accept CVs in English).

-We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration. Thank you for your interest. And strictly no agency calls or agency CV submissions.

We’re looking forward to seeing how you can make an impact with us!

*** No visa sponsorship is available for this position ***

Equality and Diversity: we’re all about creating equal opportunities for everyone - no matter your background, abilities, or experiences. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process to help you shine, just let us know! Our Talent Team is here to support you and ensure everything goes smoothly.