Principal Investments

Requisition ID: 87378

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale generators of electricity, leveraging all forms of energy across renewables, storage and nuclear. We offer customized energy solutions that drive economic growth, protect the environment, support communities, and help customers meet their energy needs. Ready to make a lasting impact? Join our innovative, world-class team today!

Position Specific Description

NextEra Energy Investments is seeking a driven and entrepreneurial Investment Professional to join our dynamic corporate venture capital team. The title, Principal or Director, will be commensurate with experience and background. This is a high-impact role focused on identifying and investing in early-stage cybersecurity companies. You’ll be expected to source, evaluate, and lead investments in startups that align with both strategic priorities and emerging innovation in these fast-evolving sectors.

In this role, you will leverage a wide range of skills, including strong financial and analytical acumen, excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building capabilities, and an entrepreneurial and collaborative mindset. Your day-to-day will involve conducting in-depth market research and competitive analysis, developing robust financial models, and crafting compelling investment theses that support NextEra Energy’s long-term strategic vision. You’ll also work closely with internal business units to understand evolving operational needs and identify where technology can drive meaningful transformation.

From deal origination to closing, you’ll lead investment execution—negotiating and structuring venture investments that balance strategic alignment with strong financial returns. Post-investment, you’ll continue to provide guidance and support to portfolio companies, helping them scale and succeed. Building lasting relationships with entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and industry experts will be a key part of your success, as will staying ahead of market trends, regulatory shifts, and new technologies that shape the energy and tech landscapes.

NextEra Energy Investments is a forward-thinking team focused on technology innovation. We offer competitive compensation with performance-based incentives as well as growth and leadership opportunities within a global energy leader. Total compensation for this role is a combination of base pay, cash bonus and restricted stock units. The base pay below is reflective of a principal position and would be adjusted for a director.

Join us to help shape the future of energy by investing in transformative technologies!

Job Overview

This role will be responsible for researching, screening, and evaluating potential venture capital investments. This position will source new opportunities and lead execution of transactions. Employees in this position conduct rigorous, independent research to evaluate potential investments.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

The estimated base pay for this position is $168,800.00 to $253,200.00 per year. Starting pay will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, job-related and industry knowledge and skills and education/training.

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group: Exempt

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Business Development

Organization: NextEra Energy Project Management, LLC

Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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