Location: Remote

About Switch

At Switch, we don’t just design, build and operate data centers—we are enabling the technology of the future. Led by Founder & CEO, Rob Roy, we believe in revolutionary innovation, operational excellence and the principle of karma. Switch is where talented people come together to EVOLVE the digital world.

We believe that innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people, culture, and purpose that make it happen. Every Switch team member contributes to a mission greater than themselves: to create the world’s most advanced digital infrastructure that powers the progress of humanity.

The Role: West Energy Strategy Manager

As a Capital Projects Purchasing Specialist at Switch, you will be part of a world-class team that operates in excellence, delivering mission-critical solutions that redefine what’s possible in AI, cloud and enterprise data center needs. Your work will directly impact the future of technology and the sustainable growth of the Internet.

In this role you will help lead projects and initiatives that shape Switch’s corporate strategy around energy supply and sustainability in the western United States. You will focus heavily on energy market fundamentals and support the broader origination and development of work being done by the team. You will lead efforts to identify custom energy solutions that enable electric utility power access for Switch’s data center development. With utility expertise and clean energy development experience, you will enable the continued growth of the Switch data center portfolio while supporting clean energy goals. Using excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will also be critical in working with senior leadership to set up the strategy for Switch’s power procurement program going forward.

What You’ll Do

• Lead trading, origination, and market strategy across western U.S. power markets, including, but not limited to CAISO, SPP, ERCOT, WECC.
• Monitor market fundamentals, regulatory developments, and stakeholder processes that could impact expansion efforts in western U.S. power markets.
• Work with utilities and market operators to submit and manage any required studies and interconnection applications.
• Lead renewable strategy and carbon-free energy procurement in support of Switch’s clean energy goals.
• Provide detailed reporting of ongoing western U.S. power supply and sustainability activity.
• Track positions, exposures, and settlements to ensure trading compliance and accuracy.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports that provide insights into financial results, trends, and key metrics.
• Monitor power price data in existing and new campus locations and track industry news and events that could impact power markets.
• Work with cross departmental teams to create load forecasts for new and existing locations and develop tracking mechanisms and tools to continually monitor and refine load forecasts to support power supply activities.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to help develop transmission and distribution plans for new locations.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis as needed to support business units with financial data and insights.
• Research the cost effectiveness and potential of new technologies for supply and demand-side energy resources.
• Build relationships with industry stakeholders, such as utilities, regional power planning agencies, renewable project developers, project investors, etc.

What We’re Looking For

• Innovators & Builders – You see challenges as opportunities and thrive in uncharted territories.
• High-Performance Thinkers – You have a relentless drive for excellence and a passion for pushing the envelope. You thrive in high impact
  environments where execution is key.
• Integrity-Driven Leaders – You operate with honor, responsibility, and purpose, recognizing that the energy you put out into the world will return to you.
• Tech Pioneers – You understand the power of technology to change the world and want to be at the forefront of that transformation.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Minimum five years related work experience.
• In-depth understanding of Western U.S. power markets.
• Ability to originate and negotiate cost-effective, creative energy solutions.
• Excellent analytical, time management, communication, decision-making, presentation, and organizational skills, with the ability to resolve problems efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate, think creatively, and drive business teams to expediently develop executable projects.
• Proven history of collaboration, problem-solving, and communication that supports overall team success.
• Substantial experience negotiating power purchase agreements (PPAs).
• Strong understanding of electricity market design; federal and state regulatory rules; incentives related to energy storage; tariff structures; renewable energy; and renewable-energy incentives.

Why Switch?

• A Culture of Karma – We are self-motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward-thinking environment.
• Industry Leading Designs – Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a part of emerging technology development.
• Flexibility & Remote Opportunities – Whether in-office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the technology and support to keep teams connected and productive.
• Career Stability & Growth – In this expanding industry, we invest in our people, providing opportunities & advancement in a stable, growing company.
• Generous Benefits Package - Switch provides comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!

Join Us & Make a Difference

This is more than a job—it’s a mission. If you’re ready to be part of a culture that values innovation, karma, and limitless potential, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now and Let’s Build the Future Together.

*Remote applicants must reside in one of our registered states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, GA, IL, LA, MA, MI, MO, NC, NV, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, WA.