Power Systems Software Engineer

PDDN

Power systems software engineer developing high-availability electricity-market and grid-management applications. Designing, coding, troubleshooting, and improving EMS and utility software.

Posted 8/18/2026contractRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Power Systems Analysis and Application Software Development, with hands-on experience in Java, C++, and .NET. Proficient in analyzing technical issues and contributing to the performance and reliability of electricity market and grid management software.

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Power Systems AnalysisApplication Software DevelopmentJava ProgrammingC++ Programming.NET Development

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Hard Skills

Power Systems AnalysisApplication Software DevelopmentJava ProgrammingC++ Programming.NET DevelopmentSCUC AlgorithmsEconomic DispatchMIP OptimizationAgile MethodologiesTechnical Issue Resolution

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Energy Management SystemsGrid Management Software

Industry Keywords

Electricity MarketsGrid OperationsEMSGrid ModernizationIntegrated Grid Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Java.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, enhance, and support high-availability electricity market and grid management software
Design, implement, and troubleshoot power systems applications
Collaborate in Agile teams for software design, testing, and production support
Analyze and resolve technical issues impacting grid/EMS applications
Contribute to performance, quality, and reliability improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field
Strong background in Power Systems Analysis and Application Software Development
Knowledge of electricity markets, grid operations, and EMS
Hands-on coding in Java, C++, and .NET
Experience with SCUC, Economic Dispatch, and MIP optimization algorithms
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience in Agile environments
Preferred: experience supporting Energy Management Systems (EMS) or utility grid software
Preferred: knowledge of grid modernization, stability, and integrated grid solutions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work
W2 contract employment