Senior Software Engineer (VPP)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (VPP): Building and maintaining scalable backend services for a Virtual Power Plant platform with an accent on AI-powered forecasting, dispatch tools, and cloud infrastructure. Focus on full service ownership, designing robust data models, and ensuring system reliability for critical grid services.

Location: Must be based in the United States (Office located in Redwood Shores, CA).

Salary: $135,000–$153,000 USD + bonus.

Company

hirify.global is a certified B Corporation creating software to manage energy resources and accelerate the transition to clean energy.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain scalable backend services and APIs for the VPP platform.
• Design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines for reliable code delivery.
• Design scalable data models for relational and NoSQL databases.
• Implement monitoring systems to ensure data quality and system availability.
• Drive architectural design and mentor peers through code reviews.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python or similar object-oriented languages.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS) and IaC tools like Terraform.
• Solid knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience working in Agile/Lean development environments.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan and flexible spending accounts.
• Unlimited paid time off and 10 paid public holidays.
• Supportive environment with a focus on work-life balance and professional growth.
• Inclusive community with active Employee Resource Groups.