Product Owner (Energy Markets)

About Energy Exemplar 

In an era where the world is rapidly advancing towards a cleaner future through decarbonization, stakeholders from across the entire energy value chain are having to navigate the complexities of the energy ecosystem. We seek to enable our customers to do so with confidence.   

Our mission: Empowering Transformative Energy Decisions. 

Founded in 1999 in Adelaide, Australia, Energy Exemplar’s PLEXOS® modeling and simulation software is trusted by innovative organizations across the globe. On one unified platform, stakeholders from across the entire energy value chain are revolutionizing the energy ecosystem and seamlessly planning for the future of energy with unprecedented clarity, speed, and innovation.  

Our impact is global and is being recognized across the industry: 

• Finalist for the 2024 Reuters Global Energy Transition Awards in the 'Technologies of Change' category  

• Finalist for the 2024 Go:Tech Awards in the 'Most Innovative Use of Technology’ category 

• 2022 USEA/USAID Corporate Volunteer of the Year   

• 2022 Impact Award Winner for our impact on the energy industry and the current energy transition  

At Energy Exemplar, we believe in empowering our people by offering flexibility in how, when, and where they work. This flexibility has been a cornerstone of our success, fueling significant growth over the years, with the company expanding at an impressive rate of approximately 30% year over year. We understand that the best results come when our team members can balance their professional and personal lives, so we support various working arrangements that help you thrive. 

We don’t just celebrate the excellence of our products but champion the quality of our people. They own their outcomes and perform to their best – every day. whether you're working from home, in the office, or on the go. Our flexible work culture fosters innovation, collaboration, and trust, making it easier to stay engaged and connected, no matter where you are. That’s what makes us who we are and a great place to work. Our core values ‘Customer Success’, ‘One Global Team’, ‘Integrity and Ownership’ and ‘Innovation Excellence’ reflect the way we work and are always at the forefront of everything we do. 

About the Role: 

We are seeking a Product Owner with expertise in trading systems and energy markets to drive the development of our cutting-edge energy and asset optimization solutions. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of energy trading, market settlements, and AI-driven automation, along with hands-on experience in Python and Kafka. 

As a Product Owner, you will collaborate closely with Engineering, UX, Sales, Solutions and Customer Success teams to define and deliver solutions that enhance trading workflows and market analytics, particularly for renewable energy assets. 

With the transition toward a greener grid, managing renewable generation, energy storage, and power purchase agreements (PPAs) has become increasingly complex. Our platform, Adapt2 Green, is designed to simplify the contracting, operation, interfacing, and settlement of renewable energy  contracts. You will play a key role in optimizing REC (Renewable Energy Certificate) Management, Contract Management, Resource Allocation, and Dispatch Optimization to ensure seamless integration of renewables into trading markets. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Own the product vision and roadmap for trading-related features, ensuring alignment with business and market needs, especially for renewable energy. 

• Act as the SCRUM Product Owner, driving sprint planning, backlog prioritization, and feature development. 

• Collaborate with traders, quantitative analysts, and data engineers to integrate AI and Big Data capabilities for smarter decision-making. 

• Work closely with Engineering, UX Designers, and Technical Leads to build intuitive and high-performance trading solutions. 

• Leverage Python for developing analytical tools, market models, and automation frameworks. 

• Integrate Kafka to enable real-time data streaming and processing for market settlements and PPA optimizations. 

• Enhance platform capabilities in areas like PPA Settlement, REC Registry Connectivity, and Dispatch Optimization. 

• Maintain close relationships with internal and external stakeholders to refine the product strategy. 

• Design demos, training sessions, and go-to-market strategies for platform adoption. 

• Ensure seamless integration with broader market operations, including B2B and T2T products. 

Experience and Essential Skills: 

• 5+ years of experience in Energy domain
• Proven experience in energy trading, power markets, or renewable energy asset management. 

• Strong background as a SCRUM Product Owner or in an Agile Product/Project Management role. 

• Hands-on experience with Python for data analysis, automation, and trading algorithms. 

• Working knowledge of Kafka for event-driven architecture and real-time data streaming. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks. 

• Experience with renewable energy asset optimization, REC tracking, and PPA settlements is a plus. 

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. 

• Experience with Azure DevOps, JIRA, PowerPoint, Excel for product planning and tracking. 

• Ability to work autonomously and drive initiatives proactively. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 

• Experience in renewable energy trading, financial markets, or commodity trading is highly desirable. 

Energy Exemplar is an equal opportunities employer and we value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing and fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Bring your authentic self and help us build an inclusive world together! To support you in being the best version of yourself during the application and interview process, please let us know if you have any specific requirements.