10th April, 2025 A leading global energy storage optimization company is seeking a Senior Software Solutions Engineer to join its solution team in Herndon, Virginia. This organization is dedicated to delivering integrated energy solutions that enhance energy infrastructure resilience, intelligence, and flexibility, enabling a transition to a more sustainable and renewable future.
By integrating renewables, energy management technology, and storage with traditional energy resources, the company supports projects ranging from large-scale grids to remote microgrids.
Role Overview The Senior Software Solutions Engineer will be responsible for developing and deploying software and control technologies on an advanced energy management platform. The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical engineering and software development, with strong coding experience in Java and additional exposure to JavaScript and Python.
Key Responsibilities - Develop and implement software solutions to address electrical power and energy challenges.
- Work within the solution team to ensure projects meet technical standards and requirements.
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to deliver project solutions.
- Interpret electrical engineering documents and create technical documentation according to company standards.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, with potential for small team leadership.
- Participate in international travel (up to 10%) to assist with commissioning software for solar, wind, energy storage, and hybrid power plants.
Required Qualifications - 5+ years of Java development experience.
- Passion for renewable energy.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
- Ability to multitask across multiple projects.
- 8-10 years of software development experience overall.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have, but Not Required) - Degree in Electrical Engineering with knowledge of substations, power plants, or power transmission systems.
- Understanding of TCP/IP network communication and cybersecurity principles in software products.
- Familiarity with SCADA standards and products.
- Experience with Linux OS and Docker technology.
- Proficiency in modern software development tools (JIRA, GIT, Confluence).
- Interest in data science and machine learning.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects in the renewable energy sector, contributing to the transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable future.