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Leap

Consolidates DERs for wholesale energy markets

Sales Associate - Pop up

Full-Time
$16 - $18/hr+ Bonus
Entry
Austin, TX, USA
In Person
RetailRetail Sales

About the job

Requirements
  • Previous retail, hospitality, or customer-facing experience is preferred.
  • Strong communication skills are required to engage a diverse range of customers.
  • The candidate must be able to learn product knowledge and confidently share brand stories.
  • The candidate must be team-oriented and willing to support store priorities and collaborate with others.
  • The candidate must be able to take ownership of assigned store responsibilities, including opening and closing procedures and keyholder duties as needed.
  • The candidate must be dependable, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • The candidate must have flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak retail periods.
  • The candidate must be able to actively work on the sales floor, including standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • The candidate must be at least 18 years of age.
Responsibilities
  • Create meaningful customer connections through authentic engagement, active listening, and personalized recommendations.
  • Provide an elevated shopping experience by understanding customer needs and delivering thoughtful product solutions.
  • Represent the brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a passion for creating memorable experiences.
  • Support store sales goals through proactive customer engagement and strong selling behaviors.
  • Develop product knowledge to educate customers, share brand stories, and build purchase confidence.
  • Assist customers throughout their shopping journey, from initial engagement through checkout.
  • Maintain a customer-ready environment by supporting visual merchandising, replenishment, cleanliness, and overall store presentation.
  • Assist with inventory tasks, shipment processing, and daily operational priorities.
  • Complete opening and closing procedures, keyholder responsibilities, and assigned operational tasks as needed.
  • Follow company policies, procedures, and brand standards to ensure a consistent store experience.
  • Collaborate with teammates and leadership to achieve store goals, support daily operations, and create a positive team environment.
  • Support changing business needs, including peak selling periods, events, and special initiatives.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked sales floor to support an exceptional guest experience.
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous retail, hospitality, or customer-facing experience.

About the company

Leap (Leapfrog Power, Inc.) builds a software platform that connects distributed energy resources (DERs) to energy markets to form virtual power plants (VPPs). It aggregates resources such as battery storage, EV chargers, smart thermostats, and building management systems, enabling them to be dispatched to balance the grid, especially during peak demand. The product is API-first and software-only, requiring no specialized hardware, and offers automated bidding, dispatching, performance analysis, and settlement through a single interface for partners to access multiple U.S. energy programs and markets. Leap differentiates itself as a “Stripe for energy,” focusing on API-based integration with technology providers who can monetize flexible energy assets and participate in wholesale and programmatic grid services. Its goal is to decarbonize the electric grid by creating scalable, resilient, and efficient energy systems through VPPs and new revenue streams for partners.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$20.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • August 12, 2026 ELRP A.4 opened battery-export monetization in PG&E territory.
  • December 16, 2025 Enel partnership expands Leap into nationwide commercial and industrial demand response.
  • Leap reported 367 MW nominated capacity in 2025, doubling year-over-year and improving operating leverage.

What critics are saying

  • California rule changes can slash Leap revenue; 2026 DSGS and RA revisions tighten economics.
  • Leap's 2025 Flex Alert filing attacked program design, signaling persistent regulatory friction.
  • Enphase, Tesla, and utility-owned demand-response stacks threaten Leap's middleware role by 2027.

What makes Leap unique

  • Leap's API connects DER partners to CAISO, ERCOT, ISO-NE, and NYISO programs.
  • Leap manages over 400,000 sites and devices across U.S. energy markets as of August 2026.
  • Leap automates enrollment, dispatch, bidding, and settlements for 100+ technology partners.

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Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Hybrid Work Options

Performance Bonus

Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
Associated Press
Aug 12th, 2026
Leap unlocks new revenue stream for California battery storage via ELRP expansion

Leap, a virtual power plant platform, has expanded its offering to monetise battery storage systems in California through the state's Emergency Load Reduction Program (ELRP). The new ELRP A.4 service, available to eligible customers in Pacific Gas and Electric Company's service area, compensates battery systems for exporting energy back to the grid during peak summer hours. Previously, battery exports were not widely eligible for compensation across California grid reliability programmes. The offering also simplifies participation by enabling providers to directly enrol eligible battery storage portfolios, with customers retaining opt-out rights. Leap manages over 400,000 energy sites and devices across US energy markets, working with more than 100 technology partners.

Intelligence360 News
May 5th, 2025
LEAP Secures Investment from Colorado ONE Fund

Colorado ONE Fund has invested in LEAP, a space logistics startup based in Lafayette, Colorado, known for its Dual Mode Rocket Engine (DMRE) technology. LEAP aims to provide cost-effective, on-demand launch solutions and plans to launch its first test vehicle within the next year. The investment aligns with ONE Fund's strategy to support aerospace innovations and strengthen U.S. space logistics.

Gulf & Main Magazine
Apr 23rd, 2025
LEAP secures investment from Colorado ONE Fund

Colorado ONE Fund has invested in LEAP, a space logistics startup based in Lafayette, Colorado. LEAP is developing cost-effective, on-demand launch solutions using its Dual Mode Rocket Engine technology. The investment aligns with ONE Fund's strategy to support innovative aerospace companies. LEAP plans to launch its first test vehicle within the next year, aiming to expand its impact in the U.S. and globally. This partnership is expected to drive innovation and create high-paying jobs in Colorado.

Retail Customer Experience
Jan 28th, 2025
Leap secures $20M to expand stores

Leap has secured $20M in financing to expand its store network, enhance retail operations, and invest in platform technology and data analytics. The funding round included Tribeca Venture Partners, DNX Ventures, and existing investors. Leap operates over 100 stores in 12 major U.S. markets for brands like Grown Brilliance and Godiva. Additionally, Karen Katz, former CEO of Neiman Marcus Group, has joined Leap's board of directors.

Penske Media Corporation
Jan 16th, 2025
Leap Secures $20M, Adds Karen Katz

Leap has secured a $20M investment from Tribeca Venture Partners and DNX Ventures, with existing investors participating. The funding will accelerate growth and enhance operations. Leap, which operates over 100 stores for brands like Godiva and Malbon Golf, aims to expand to 130-150 stores this year. Former Neiman Marcus CEO Karen Katz joins the board, bringing her retail expertise. Leap is now profitable after overcoming pandemic challenges.