⚡ Head of Finance

🌎 Austin TX – onsite

💡 Residential Energy Systems

💸 $200-250k base salary + significant equity

Are you a finance leader with deep expertise in capital markets, project finance, and tax equity structures within the clean energy sector?

We are currently working with fast-growing clean energy company who are now seeking a Head of Finance, with a clear path to CFO, to lead capital planning, fundraising, and financial strategy as they scale. With huge financial backing, they’re now looking for their first Finance executive to ensure their rapid growth plans come to fruition.

You Will:

• Own capital planning, equity & debt raises, tax equity financing, and ITC monetization to support the company’s rapid growth.
• Develop and execute structured finance solutions, ensuring efficient capital allocation and long-term value creation.
• Oversee FP&A, forecasting, financial modeling, and cash flow management, laying the groundwork for a scalable finance function.
• Work closely with banks, institutional investors, and capital markets partners to secure financing and structure deals.
• Operate as both a finance leader and individual contributor, with the ability to step into a future CFO role as the team expands.

You Must Have:

• Prior Residential solar & storage financing experience
• A background in institutional investing or project finance
• Deep capital markets expertise – raising and structuring debt, equity, and tax equity
• Experience with project finance, ITC monetization, structured lending
• Ability to own and execute finance strategy as both a leader and an individual contributor

Why Join?

• Own capital raising, FP&A, capital allocation, debt & equity fundraising, and structuring entities for long-term financial efficiency.
• Backed by strong investors, this is a well-funded company building for scale and long-term impact in the energy sector. In supporting them through this, you’ll see the direct impact of your work with them
• While the company does not currently use C-level titles beyond founders, this position is designed to evolve into the CFO function as the finance team expands.

Sales Manager – Energy Services (Eastern U.S.)

Storm4 is partnered with a leading renewable energy developer that specializes in behind-the-meter solar, energy storage, and distributed generation solutions. This company is rapidly expanding its footprint across the Eastern U.S. and is looking for a Sales Manager to drive new Energy Service Agreement (ESA) sales and develop key client relationships.

About the Role

As Sales Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding the company’s project pipeline and executing market entry strategies. Working closely with cross-functional teams—including Development, Engineering, Legal, and Project Finance—you will craft compelling value propositions, negotiate energy contracts, and navigate evolving regulatory landscapes.

This is an opportunity to be at the forefront of the clean energy transition, working with a company that is making a real impact in the industry.

Location & Reporting

• Based in New York City or remote for the right candidate
• Reports to the Senior Director, Behind-the-Meter Sales
• Works closely with Development, Engineering, Legal, and Project Finance teams

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new customer acquisition for energy services across the Eastern U.S.
• Own and exceed sales volume targets for assigned markets
• Assess project financials and identify opportunities to enhance revenue or reduce costs
• Partner with internal teams to drive project development from origination to completion
• Track and evaluate regulatory developments and emerging incentive programs
• Build and maintain relationships with regional partners to support origination and project delivery
• Manage contract negotiations for Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), ESAs, leases, and direct purchase deals
• Provide regular updates on sales pipeline, forecasts, and deal progress
• Analyze customer sustainability, resiliency, and capital investment goals to tailor solutions
• Work collaboratively across functions to maintain and accelerate deal velocity

What We’re Looking For

This role is ideal for a highly motivated sales professional with a passion for renewable energy and a proven track record of closing deals. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, evolving industry and is excited to contribute to a growing organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of direct energy services sales experience in the Eastern U.S. with a strong history of exceeding targets
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong ability to develop insights and craft compelling value propositions
• High energy, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
• Self-starter with experience managing multiple projects and stakeholder relationships
• Critical thinker with a creative approach to problem-solving
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience in solar or Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) is a plus

⚡ Role: Head of Commercial Analytics

💼 Industry: Power

🌎 Locations: Dallas, TX

💰 Salary: $180,000 – $270,000 + Bonus

Team Management:

•Lead a team of trading and analytics professionals, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture, and development of a “center of excellence” within the organization

•Ensure that team projects are aligned with business priorities as well as internal standards

•Manage and prioritize team resources in line with Commercial team priorities and strategic goals

•“Hands on approach” contributing to use case ideation and deployment when needed

OPI Engine:

•Oversee identification, sizing, and prioritization of OPI initiatives to maximize trading desk value capture

•Continuously monitor and refine processes to enhance trading performance and risk management

Stakeholder Collaboration:

•Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals

•Communicate complex analytical insights in a clear and actionable manner to Commercial leadership

•Support cross-functional projects that enhance the overall trading capabilities of VST

Market Expertise:

•Stay current with market trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in the energy trading sector

•Provide expert insights and strategic recommendations based on market analysis and data-driven findings

•Lead efforts to enhance the organization’s understanding of market dynamics and their impact on trading strategies

Key Metrics:

•Successful deployment of analytics use cases that lead to measurable improvements in trading performance

•Achievement of targeted P&L outcomes through strategic trading and operational enhancements. •High team engagement and development, reflected in performance reviews and project outcomes

•Effective communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders, leading to improved decision-making and strategy alignment

⚡ Job Title: Hardware Engineering Director

💼 Industry: Battery Management Systems and Grid-Scale Energy Storage

🌎 Location: San Francisco Bay Area (on-site)

💰 Salary: Competitive market rate with potential for growth based on performance

⚡ Company Overview:

A dynamic early-stage company reimagining energy storage and battery management. Their breakthrough algorithms and patented control systems address critical battery safety and performance challenges in large-scale grid storage and electric vehicle battery markets. The company’s solutions mitigate battery fire risks while enhancing performance and longevity, aiming to drive the adoption of renewable energy.

⚡ Position Summary:

The Hardware Engineering Director will lead the design, prototyping, testing, and deployment of the company’s Adaptive BMS hardware platform. This role includes driving product development from concept through launch, ensuring product certification and qualification. The Director will collaborate closely with Firmware, Software, and Mechanical teams to define system requirements, optimize integration, and validate performance. This hands-on leadership role will evolve with the team, requiring both individual contributions and team-building expertise.

⚡ Key Responsibilities:

• Define the Battery Management System (BMS) roadmap for grid storage and electric vehicles.
• Lead the design of highly efficient power conversion solutions (DC-DC converters), exploring new architectures and control techniques for performance improvement.
• Oversee system prototyping, including component selection, schematic design, and supervision of PCB layout.
• Develop and execute test plans to debug and validate designs, ensuring functionality, safety, reliability, and risk mitigation (e.g., FMEA).
• Collaborate with Firmware, Software, and Mechanical teams to ensure seamless integration and support mass production.
• Author requirement documents, application notes, user guides, and datasheets for internal and external use.
• Support the field deployment of products and provide technical assistance to key customers.

⚡ Required Qualifications:

• BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of experience in relevant roles.
• Demonstrated technical excellence, leadership, and team-building abilities.
• Strong expertise in DC-DC converter design, analog/digital circuit design, and microprocessors.
• Hands-on experience with firmware/software-controlled product design, integration, and testing.
• Familiarity with functional safety development processes and battery management system design.

⚡ Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of battery chemistry, grid-tied storage systems, and renewable energy products.
• Experience with high-power or high-voltage product development.
• Understanding of electricity distribution systems and grid-scale energy storage solutions.

⚡ Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary with growth potential.
• Opportunity to contribute to transformative advancements in battery safety and energy storage technologies.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment within a rapidly growing startup.