Principal Software Engineer

Division: Operations

Department: Systems Capability

Reference number: 12271

Engagement type: Fixed Term Contract

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

About The Role

The Operational DER Management team is responsible for integration of distributed energy resources (DER) into AEMO’s operational and technical functions. This includes analysing DER behaviours, developing suitable power system models to represent the behaviour of DER during power system disturbances, applying these models to determine the impact of DER on power system security, and implementing the required management measures in AEMO’s operational systems. With more than half the National Electricity Market now supplied by DER in some periods, Australia is leading the world in integration of distributed PV, and our team’s goal is to make sure the necessary measures are in place to be able to securely, safely and efficiently operate the power system with up to 100% of energy supplied by renewable distributed resources in the next few years. We are passionate about our work, and seeking a collaborative, innovative, hard-working individual to join us.

This role can be based in various locations across Australia.

What You Will Be Doing

• Collaborate with other AEMO technical subject matter experts to develop appropriate software solutions.
• Python programming with a strong focus on test-driven development, to deliver technical solutions.
• Create control room visualisation interfaces with SQL building blocks, packaged using python.
• Contribute to a work program to improve AEMO tools for managing low demand / high DER periods.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• 5+ years in software development and/or the energy industry.
• Significant experience using python to build large-scale systems.
• Quantitative analysis skills, including problem solving, modelling, and critical thinking.
• Experience working with subject matter experts to scope and define enhancements and new features.

Tech Stack

• Core tools: Python | SQL | Azure
• Growth areas: Typescript | Vue | Grafana | Databricks

Benefits

In return some of our benefits to you

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requireme nt s to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us a t talent@aemo.com.au