Principal Software Engineer

Role Overview

• Represent the forefront of high-quality solution design and delivery practices for advanced power system applications
• Implement new functionalities and workflows within power system application software, including EMS (Energy Management System), WAMS (Wide Area Management System), and DTS (Dispatcher Training Simulator) applications
• Maintaining power systems application functionality through code fixes, documentation, and user interface enhancements
• Collaborate with system and project engineers, frontend developers, and application developers to deliver solutions aligned with product strategy
• Consult with other Engineering technical leads to ensure adherence to project-related system design guidelines
• Author functional software designs and provide input to leadership team regarding schedules and cost estimates
• Interface with customers to address both general and specific issues within your area of expertise
• Support marketing efforts through proposals and demonstrations for prospective clients
• Mentor interns and junior staff

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with thesis or related work in power systems
• 20 years development or delivery experience of Advanced Grid Power System applications
• Work and/or academic experience in the power systems area
• Excellent programming skills in C++, Java or other related language
• Good understanding of database operation
• Excellent knowledge of assigned technical area and a strong overview of the AEMS or WAMS area
• Good understanding of power systems and/or energy management systems with focus on transmission Network Applications, Generation applications like State Estimation, Contingency Analysis, Optimal Power Flow or Dispatcher training Simulator
• Subject Matter Expert on electric utility industry practices
• Strong knowledge of customer perspective and needs
• Very strong software design skills at the application and technical area level
• Ability to see integration issues and to preclude schedule impacts
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to write professional and technical reports and procedures
• Ability to make formal and informal presentation to technical and non-technical staff and customers
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
• Demonstrates a high degree of personal and professional integrity
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Evaluates technology to drive features and roadmaps
• Maps technology trends to internal vision
• Differentiates buzzwords from value proposition
• Embraces technology trends that drive excellence beyond traditional practices
• Balances value propositions for competing stakeholders
• Recommends a well-researched recommendation of buy vs. build solution

Tech Stack

• Java

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
• company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• permissive time off