Software Engineer

The RoleWe are looking for a full-stack software engineer to build applications that accelerate the deployment and optimize the operation of microgrids. You'll report to our Software Architect and play a key role in developing our distributed energy solutions on AWS.  This role will be hybrid in our New York City office (Union Square area). 

Key responsibilities will include:

• Develop web applications with React and MaterialUI
• Implement APIs using Python, Django/FastAPI
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Collaborate with product management, design, and other stakeholders
• Apply software engineering principles to analyze, optimize, and improve operational performance
• Design and develop test cases and implement automated testing
• Contribute to scalable and robust data architectures using PostgreSQL
• Apply optimization algorithms to improve microgrid efficiency and cost-effectiveness

The Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field preferred
• 5+ years of Python and JavaScript development experience
• Experience in cloud-based software development (AWS)
• Experience with React/MaterialUI, Django/FastAPI, and PostgreSQL
• Experience designing APIs (OpenAPI/Swagger)
• Working knowledge of distributed energy concepts
• Comfortable with financial calculations
• Ability to understand utility rate structures
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on operational optimization at scale.
• Experience with modern cloud software stacks, containers, scalable architectures, and data storage
• Experience with energy management systems
• Experience at an energy company, with a plus for renewables or distributed energy
• Any LLM and AI experience would be great!

This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity backed growth business. Some of the core virtues embraced by Scales’ employees include: ·       Do the Right Thing·       Act Like an Owner·       Hustle·       Demand Results·       Go Together·       Evolve or Disappear We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching. About Scale Microgrids Scale Microgrids (“Scale”) is a fully integrated distributed energy platform focused on designing, implementing and financing innovative distributed clean energy solutions. Through its leading technical expertise and access to scale capital, Scale helps its customers transition to a decentralized energy future by providing and financing sustainable, cost-effective, and resilient power solutions. Scale has its own proprietary microgrid solution which provides customers with cheaper, cleaner and more reliable power, and also partners with third party developers to acquire and/or finance a broader range of distributed energy assets.   Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets.  To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com. About EQTEQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com. Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes.  We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.