Senior Manager DERMS Software

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a software leader with expertise in the Distributed Energy Resources (DER) domain to drive innovative solutions for the renewable energy market. The ideal candidate will combine technical acumen, energy domain knowledge, and leadership skills to deliver impactful, large-scale energy application projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead project teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure the delivery of high-quality energy applications that meet organizational and industry standards.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of distributed energy and grid services applications, leveraging expertise in energy systems and software engineering.
• Manage the end-to-end development lifecycle for energy applications, including requirements gathering, design, testing, and deployment.
• Allocate resources, manage budgets, and mitigate risks for multiple concurrent projects.
• Translate business objectives into actionable technical requirements and plans.
• Effectively communicate project updates, challenges, and successes to diverse audiences.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
 

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Expertise working with Distributed Energy Resources:

-          Expert-level understanding of DER domain and renewable energy technologies, including solar, wind, and energy storage systems. 

-          Familiarity with demand response programs and virtual power plant (VPP) concepts. 

Software Engineering expertise:

-          Deep expertise in software architecture and design, cloud architecture.

-          Experience with Azure cloud architecture.

-          Hands-on expertise in Python programming. 

-          Familiarity with IoT protocols and technologies. 

-          Experience in API development and integration. 

Data Analysis and Modeling:

-          Knowledge of forecasting techniques and algorithms. 

-          Familiarity with machine learning and AI applications in energy management. 

People and Project Management:

-          Proven experience managing complex software projects with cross-functional teams.

-          Mentor team members to enhance technical expertise and professional growth.

-          3+ years managing software engineering teams.

Soft Skills:

-          Strong communication skills for engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

-          Ability to simplify and explain complex concepts. 

-          Adaptability to navigate rapidly changing technologies and regulations. 

-          Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

-          Master’s or PhD in engineering or computer science

-          Understanding of grid operations and management

-          Proficiency in real-time control and optimization techniques for power systems. 

-          Experience with algorithms related to load balancing and power flow analysis. 

-          Proficiency in secure coding practices, including compliance with security standards and regulations. 

-          Familiarity with energy regulations and policies

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions.  Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services.  We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.