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The Software Architect (Grid Services) is the primary architect of EG4’s Grid Services API Platform. This role is responsible for bridging the gap between hardware capabilities and utility-grade grid requirements. You will own the technical execution of API-to-API integrations, ensure every battery in the EG4 fleet is "VPP ready," and define system requirements, specifications, and validation processes as a system definer. Additionally, you will facilitate liaison activities and maintain the user interface for the VPP, translating and planning the technical flow users expect and supporting changes as capabilities expand.
Key Responsibilities:
1. API Orchestration & Integration Management
Lead the APIbuildcoordination and maintenance with technical aggregators and DERMS providers.
Direct the transition of legacy integrations to the new API and EMS platform.
Develop andoperatethe software services running the virtual power plant, focusing onhighly availablebackend services and publisher/subscriber architecture.
2. Technical Compliance & Standards
Ensure full technical compliance with industry standards, specifically CSIP / IEEE 2030.5,OpenADR, andSunSpecAlliance recommendations.
Oversee telemetry standards, ensuring the platform collects granular interval data (kW, kWh, SOC)requiredfor precise grid services and Measurement & Verification (M&V).
Maintain rigorous cybersecurity and data handling protocols to meet utility and ISO/RTO regulated program requirements.
3. Software Development & Product Roadmap
Execute the Grid Service Intelligence Roadmap, including the development of optimization logic, tariff engines, and dynamic control and command capabilities.
Interface with internal and external teams to implement Edge Device Gateway software for site-level EMS optimization.
Collaborate and work with Software and Firmware teams toparticipatein the company-wide development processes, including peer code reviews and design reviews to improve code quality and system scalability.
4. Monitoring, Triage, and Reliability
Own the triage process for partner issues and bugs,identifyingroot causes for underperformance or anomalies in dispatch events.
Monitorintegration ofhealth and latency to ensure a 99% performance reliability rate across all active VPP programs.
Identifyoperational risks and provide technical solutions to prevent "dual-dispatch" conflicts between operators.
Required Skills and Attributes:
Education:Bachelor's or master'sdegree in computer science, Engineering, or Energy Systems.
Experience: 5+ years leading large cross-team initiatives with a strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Technical Stack:Proficiencyin backend technologies (Python,RestAPI,FastAPI, Java) and SQL databases. Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, AWS CDK).
Domain Expertise: Proven experience in VPP/DER integration, SCADA, or grid software tools. Familiarity with the electric power industry and wholesale electricity markets is a significant bonus.
Communication: Ability to translate complex technical concepts for business stakeholders and utility executives.
Measurements of Success (KPIs)
Integration Velocity: Time to program activation for new utility partners.
System Reliability: Dispatch performance reliability and telemetry data fidelity.
Feature Delivery: Successful rollout of the optimization logic and tariff engine by 2027.
Compliance: Zero incidents of disqualification, assetsuspensionor regulatory non-compliance.
Physical Requirements:
This position may require the ability to perform tasks that involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting 25+lbs, computerwork,and other physical activities. Candidates should be able to meet these physical demands with or without reasonable accommodations.
EEO Statement:
EG4 Electronics is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
The Software Architect (Grid Services) is the primary architect of EG4’s Grid Services API Platform. This role is responsible for bridging the gap between hardware capabilities and utility-grade grid requirements. You will own the technical execution of API-to-API integrations, ensure every battery in the EG4 fleet is "VPP ready," and define system requirements, specifications, and validation processes as a system definer. Additionally, you will facilitate liaison activities and maintain the user interface for the VPP, translating and planning the technical flow users expect and supporting changes as capabilities expand.
Key Responsibilities:
1. API Orchestration & Integration Management
Lead the APIbuildcoordination and maintenance with technical aggregators and DERMS providers.
Direct the transition of legacy integrations to the new API and EMS platform.
Develop andoperatethe software services running the virtual power plant, focusing onhighly availablebackend services and publisher/subscriber architecture.
2. Technical Compliance & Standards
Ensure full technical compliance with industry standards, specifically CSIP / IEEE 2030.5,OpenADR, andSunSpecAlliance recommendations.
Oversee telemetry standards, ensuring the platform collects granular interval data (kW, kWh, SOC)requiredfor precise grid services and Measurement & Verification (M&V).
Maintain rigorous cybersecurity and data handling protocols to meet utility and ISO/RTO regulated program requirements.
3. Software Development & Product Roadmap
Execute the Grid Service Intelligence Roadmap, including the development of optimization logic, tariff engines, and dynamic control and command capabilities.
Interface with internal and external teams to implement Edge Device Gateway software for site-level EMS optimization.
Collaborate and work with Software and Firmware teams toparticipatein the company-wide development processes, including peer code reviews and design reviews to improve code quality and system scalability.
4. Monitoring, Triage, and Reliability
Own the triage process for partner issues and bugs,identifyingroot causes for underperformance or anomalies in dispatch events.
Monitorintegration ofhealth and latency to ensure a 99% performance reliability rate across all active VPP programs.
Identifyoperational risks and provide technical solutions to prevent "dual-dispatch" conflicts between operators.
Required Skills and Attributes:
Education:Bachelor's or master'sdegree in computer science, Engineering, or Energy Systems.
Experience: 5+ years leading large cross-team initiatives with a strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Technical Stack:Proficiencyin backend technologies (Python,RestAPI,FastAPI, Java) and SQL databases. Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, AWS CDK).
Domain Expertise: Proven experience in VPP/DER integration, SCADA, or grid software tools. Familiarity with the electric power industry and wholesale electricity markets is a significant bonus.
Communication: Ability to translate complex technical concepts for business stakeholders and utility executives.
Measurements of Success (KPIs)
Integration Velocity: Time to program activation for new utility partners.
System Reliability: Dispatch performance reliability and telemetry data fidelity.
Feature Delivery: Successful rollout of the optimization logic and tariff engine by 2027.
Compliance: Zero incidents of disqualification, assetsuspensionor regulatory non-compliance.
Physical Requirements:
This position may require the ability to perform tasks that involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting 25+lbs, computerwork,and other physical activities. Candidates should be able to meet these physical demands with or without reasonable accommodations.
EEO Statement:
EG4 Electronics is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
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