Markets+ Design Analyst II — Strategic Impact

Southwest Power Pool, Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 64,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance plans

Disability and life insurance

Relocation bonus

Hybrid working environment

401(k) with employer match and pension

Job summary

Southwest Power Pool, Inc. seeks a Market Design Analyst to support the design, analysis, and implementation of Markets+ services. You will evaluate market designs, test market functions, and provide essential metrics and reporting to guide decision-making.

The role requires coordinating with software teams, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies, plus strong analytical and communication skills to explain complex concepts clearly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, mathematics, or related field.
• Analytical and technical study capabilities.
• Knowledge of electric market concepts.
• Ability to manage complex analysis projects.
• Strong facilitation and communication skills.
• Experience with data handling tools like Excel/Access.
• Willingness to travel 10–15%.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate Markets+ design and proposed changes
• Test and validate market functionality
• Develop market metrics, reporting, and ad hoc analysis
• Support market software development, testing, and implementation
• Identify market issues and respond to customer inquiries
• Provide technical expertise to stakeholder groups and committees
• Support regulatory (FERC) filings with data and documentation
• Research other market designs and industry practices
• Document findings and create educational materials

Skills

Analytical skills

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Team building

Communication skills

MS Office

Excel

Access

Education

Bachelor’s degree in economics, mathematics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Access

Job description

Southwest Power Pool, Inc. seeks a Market Design Analyst to support the design, analysis, and implementation of Markets+ services. You will evaluate market designs, test market functions, and provide essential metrics and reporting to guide decision-making.

The role requires coordinating with software teams, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies, plus strong analytical and communication skills to explain complex concepts clearly.