[Remote] Sr. VPP Program Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Qcells North America is seeking a passionate and results-driven Senior Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Program Manager to lead the strategy, launch, scaling, and continuous improvement of VPP programs across the U.S. This role will drive cross-functional initiatives to help distributed energy resources deliver grid services and create value for customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, design, launch, and scaling of VPP programs aligned with Qcells’ profit modeling, customer needs, utility requirements, and market opportunities
• Own and evolve the roadmap for Qcells’ VPP programs, identifying new DER monetization opportunities, grid services offerings, and expansion strategies across multiple markets
• Drive cross-functional coordination across Product, Engineering, Operations, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to support successful program execution and scalability
• Develop and optimize end-to-end program processes, including resource registration, customer enrollment, dispatch operations, compliance, settlement, and performance monitoring
• Lead discussions and coordination with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, aggregators, and external partners regarding program participation, interconnection requirements, and market integration
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements focused on automation, scalability, customer experience, and program performance
• Analyze market trends, regulatory developments, and utility program structures to inform strategic roadmap decisions and business opportunities
• Support executive-level reporting and provide strategic recommendations regarding VPP program performance, risks, and growth opportunities
• Serve as a subject matter expert for VPP operations, DER aggregation, and grid services strategy across internal and external stakeholder groups

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Business, or a related technical field
• 7+ years of experience in VPP, DER, Demand Response, Energy Markets, Grid Services, or Utility Program Management
• Direct experience working with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, VPP aggregators, DERMS providers, or grid service organizations
• Strong understanding of utility interconnection processes, DER integration requirements, and wholesale electricity market structures across the U.S
• Experience leading complex cross-functional programs involving technical, operational, regulatory, and commercial stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to independently drive strategic initiatives and manage multiple concurrent programs in fast-paced environments
• Excellent written, verbal, and executive-level communication skills
• Advanced understanding of DER monetization models, demand response strategy, capacity markets, and grid services participation
• Experience working with energy software platforms such as DERMS, SCADA, EMS, or distributed asset management systems
• Familiarity with utility regulatory frameworks, decarbonization initiatives, and evolving grid modernization policies
• Experience supporting utility partnerships, customer acquisition strategies, or market expansion initiatives
• Proficiency with analytics and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, SQL, or Python
• Experience working within fast-scaling clean energy, utility, or energy technology organizations
• Ability to travel 10% or as needed

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