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Work With Optony

Join the next generation of innovators and create meaningful change. 

Optony helps organizations plan, evaluate, and implement clean energy initiatives across industries. From early planning through procurement and implementation, our work combines technical analysis, financial modeling, and hands-on project oversight to ensure clean energy investments perform as intended. 

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Optony is like having a professor to work with in terms of knowledge and expertise, and a policy wonk that understands what is happening at the federal and state level, and also having a financial whiz working with you on what opportunities are there for you. 

Erin Cooke I Former Environmental Affairs Coordinator

City of Cupertino

Make an Impact 

At Optony, we help businesses and communities transition to sustainable energy systems. Join a fast-growing team where your ideas drive real-world change.  

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Work Your Way

A work environment to fit your lifestyle. 
 

Optony is a distributed team focused on transparency and flexibility. Our team spans multiple time zones, with employees working fully remote or hybrid. Flexible hours empower you to work during your peak productivity. 
 

We're building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and we are committed to equal employment opportunities under applicable federal, state or local law. 

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Invest in Your Future

Growth is a cornerstone of success at Optony. 

We're committed to shaping the future of clean energy and always seeking driven professionals who share our vision. 
 

With competitive salaries, professional development, and generous benefits, a career at Optony offers both purpose and reward. 

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How to Apply

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Cover Letter

Serious candidates submit an applicant packet as a single-page PDF including: cover letter, resume, any transcripts, relevant publications & professional awards. 

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Resume

Solutions that are designed to grow with organizations and adapt to evolving technologies, policies, and operational needs.

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Transcripts, Publications, or Awards

Every project should strengthen the resilience, sustainability, and long-term vitality of the communities it supports.

Our Story

Through work spanning fleet electrification, microgrid development, infrastructure planning, and energy procurement, Optony has helped clients translate ambitious climate, energy, and long-term investment goals into practical projects and measurable results .

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Recognition & Awards

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California Board of Governors, Community Colleges

Honored with the 2023 Energy and Sustainability Award from the CA Community College Board of Governors for work supporting  Solano Community College. 
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Governor's Environmental & Economic Leadership Awards

Accepted a GEELA for a joint venture advancing clean energy and sustainability through cross-sector collaboration with regional and public-sector partners.
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American Planning Association
 

The City of Laguna Beach was awarded the 2025 Resilience & Sustainability Award from APA for work, supported by Optony, to strengthen community resilience to climate hazards.
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American Institute of Architecture

Optony supported the delivery of the Belle Haven Community Campus which earned a 2025 Green Building Honorable Mention from the San Mateo County Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
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Acterra Business Environmental Award

Earned the Acterra Business Environmental Award for Environmental Innovation for role in the Regional Renewable Energy Procurement (R-REP),  reducing costs through multi-jurisdictional collaboration.
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Silicon Valley Business Journal

Named as the winner of the Best Service Provider category in Silicon Valley Business Journal's inaugural Energy Awards in 2011, recognizing Optony's performance in project management and strategic energy solutions.

Executive Leadership

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Byron Pakter

CEO

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Jonathan Whelan

VP, Onsite Energy

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Natalie Hanson

Director, Energy Programs

Optony is always looking for top talent .

Serious candidates submit an applicant packet as a single-page PDF including: cover letter, resume, any transcripts, relevant publications & professional awards. 

Tell Us About You

Headquarters

Techmart Silicon Valley
5201 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, California

95054

Planning a complex clean energy initiative?

Work directly with experienced advisors who remain engaged from strategy through delivery.

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