Growth & Development Analyst (Data Centers)

Growth & Development Analyst (Data Centers)

New York, NY

Who We Are: Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world and we're building the products and services to make that future a reality. Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S. We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI. Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. To learn more about our businesses and products, visit

What We Value:

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

• Seek Excellence.
• Be Selective To Be Effective.
• Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
• Disagree Transparently.
• Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
• Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are:

Galaxy's data center business is growing rapidly, and we are seeking an Analyst to join our Growth & Development team. The team sits at the center of all things commercial within Galaxy's data center business and is responsible for site origination, leasing, market research, and corporate development.

The ideal candidate brings strong financial modeling skills combined with exposure to at least one of the following verticals: real estate development, data center markets, infrastructure finance, or power development. You will work directly with senior leaders on high-impact transactions and will be expected to operate with significant ownership and judgment from day one.

What You'll Do:

Deal Origination & Site Evaluation

• Identify and evaluate data center development opportunities across target markets, coordinating with power and land teams to assess power availability, fiber infrastructure, and permitting timelines.
• Conduct site selection analyses incorporating energy access, cooling infrastructure, geotechnical and environmental considerations, and zoning requirements.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of development opportunities, tracking key milestones and market dynamics.
• Create and manage database of existing and previous site opportunities
• Develop relationships with brokers, landowners, utilities, municipalities, and regional development authorities to source off-market opportunities.

Strategy & Market Intelligence

• Monitor industry trends, competitive dynamics, and market developments across the data center and power ecosystems.
• Analyze hyperscaler demand signals, colocation market supply/demand dynamics, and power infrastructure constraints to inform site prioritization and investment thesis.
• Leverage AI tools to improve efficiency, analytical quality, and decision-making speed.
• Manage database of all relevant data center transactions and report market insights regularly to executive team.

Financial Analysis & Underwriting

• Build and maintain financial models across the full project lifecycle, from greenfield feasibility through stabilized operations and exit, incorporating project-level debt, joint venture waterfalls, and return metrics (IRR, MOIC, NPV).
• Underwrite customer contracts, conducting deep-dive revenue, cost, and return analysis at the asset level.
• Evaluate capitalization structures utilizing conventional and alternative financing sources, including construction lending, sale-leasebacks, preferred equity, and infrastructure fund capital.
• Analyze power purchase agreements, interconnection agreements, development services agreements, and ground leases, with attention to key economic terms and risk allocation.

Deal Execution & Transaction Management

• Support end-to-end transaction processes including financial modeling, valuation, due diligence coordination, deal structuring, and closing logistics.
• Prepare investment memos, feasibility studies, and executive-level presentations for senior leadership and Investment Committee review.
• Coordinate third-party diligence workflows across legal, environmental, engineering, and title workstreams.
• Assist in preparing offering memoranda, data room materials, and investor outreach packages to support capital raising efforts.
• Manage RFP processes for general contractors, engineers, and other vendors.

What We're Looking For:

Required

• 2+ years of experience in one or more of the following: real estate development or acquisitions, infrastructure finance, data centers, investment banking (real assets/infrastructure/utilities coverage), private equity, or power and utilities.
• Strong financial modeling skills.
• Experience or ability to learn how to analyze and interpret real estate and infrastructure documents: LOIs, PPAs, DSAs, development agreements, operating agreements, and due diligence reports.
• Ability to manage multiple active workstreams simultaneously with strong ownership, judgment, and execution habits.
• Proficiency in using AI to build custom tools and accelerate workstreams.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills; capable of preparing executive-ready materials and presenting to senior leadership.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; comfort with large datasets and analytical tools.

Preferred

• Direct exposure to data center site acquisition, development, or hyperscale/colocation leasing.
• Familiarity with power markets and grid interconnection processes, including ERCOT, MISO, PJM, or Southeast utility frameworks.
• Experience evaluating power purchase agreements, interconnection agreements, or energy infrastructure contracts.
• Knowledge of entitlement, permitting, and land development processes for large-scale industrial or technology facilities.
• Experience with GIS mapping tools or other real estate/infrastructure analytics platforms.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and genuine interest in digital infrastructure, AI compute, and the energy transition.

What We Offer (US):

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Flexible Time Off (i.e. unlimited paid vacation days)
• Company paid Holidays (11)
• Company paid sick leave
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
• 3% 401(k) company contribution
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Ginger
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto and Data Center industries
• Free daily snacks in-office
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
• Employee Resource Groups

The base salary ranges included below will be commensurate with candidate experience, expertise and local market. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise. At Galaxy, we maintain a total compensation philosophy which consists of a competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity incentives.

Base Salary Range

$95,000 - $135,000 USD

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application