VC Associate @ Pegasus Tech Ventures in San Jose, CA

VC Stack; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture

Job summary

VC Stack is looking for an Energy Venture Capital Associate to join their investment team focused on sourcing and supporting investments in the energy transition sector, including renewables and digital energy infrastructure.

This role requires strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of energy markets, with responsibilities encompassing deal sourcing, investment analysis, and portfolio management.

The position also offers exposure to global deal flow and opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, management consulting, or energy industry roles.
• Excellent analytical, financial modeling, and presentation skills.
• Strong network in the energy/climate tech ecosystem is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify high-potential startups in energy and climate tech.
• Conduct market and competitive analysis across energy verticals.
• Support existing portfolio companies with fundraising and strategy.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of energy markets

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA, MS, or PhD in relevant fields

Job description

Pegasus Tech Ventures is a global venture capital firm with $2B+ in assets under management, investing in emerging technology companies across energy, sustainability, AI, mobility, cloud, and healthcare. With a global network of corporate partners and portfolio companies, Pegasus provides startups with the capital and strategic resources needed to scale worldwide.

Role Overview

We are seeking an Energy Venture Capital Associate to join our investment team, with a focus on energy, climate tech, and sustainability. The Associate will play a key role in sourcing, evaluating, and supporting investments in early- and growth-stage companies at the forefront of energy transition—including renewable generation, storage, carbon solutions, hydrogen, and digital energy infrastructure.

This role is ideal for candidates with a blend of financial acumen, technical understanding of energy systems, and strong communication skills to support deal execution and portfolio growth.

Responsibilities

Deal Sourcing & Pipeline Development

• Identify high-potential startups in energy and climate tech through market research, conferences, accelerators, and founder networks.
• Build relationships with entrepreneurs, industry experts, and co-investors.

Investment Analysis & Execution

• Conduct market and competitive analysis across energy verticals (renewables, hydrogen, storage, grid software, carbon tech).
• Perform due diligence, financial modeling, and valuation analysis for prospective investments.
• Draft investment memos and present recommendations to the Investment Committee.

Portfolio Management

• Support existing portfolio companies with fundraising, strategy, and corporate development opportunities.
• Collaborate with Pegasus’s global corporate partners to drive strategic partnerships and pilots.

Thought Leadership

• Track emerging trends, policy developments, and innovations shaping the energy and climate landscape.
• Represent Pegasus at industry events and contribute to firm-wide thought leadership in energy and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PhD in energy, engineering, finance, or economics) preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, management consulting, or energy industry roles.
• Strong understanding of energy markets, decarbonization technologies, and investment principles.
• Excellent analytical, financial modeling, and presentation skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with ability to work independently and collaboratively across global teams.
• Strong network in the energy/climate tech ecosystem is a plus.

What We Offer

• Exposure to global deal flow across energy and adjacent tech sectors.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced investors and corporate partners.
• Fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture with significant responsibility from day one.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities.