Technical lead - Software Developer

Division: Operations 

Department: System Engineering 

Reference number: 12935 

Engagement type: Permanent

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, within AEMO Operations, is responsible for integration of distributed energy resources (DER) into AEMO’s operational and technical functions. 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.  

In this role, you will be leading a small team in developing software improvements (mostly in Python) to AEMO systems to integrate DER.  The role includes a blend of hands-on software development, technical leadership of project delivery, and people management responsibilities for ~4 direct reports.  

Projects for delivery by the team include development of real time visualisation tools to support control room operations in managing Minimum System Load periods (with high levels of distributed resources), and working on the AEMO Modelling Platform (AMP) and the Energy Management System (EMS) to integrate distributed resources and dynamic power system models for distributed resources and composite load.  

This role can be based at any of our office locations across multiples states. 

What you will be doing  

• Deliver a work program to improve AEMO’s technology platform for managing low demand / high DER periods. 

• Lead a team in identifying priority areas for further uplift of systems required to operate the power system of the future.  

• Collaborate with other AEMO teams and external stakeholders. 

• Tech Stack: Python | SQL | Azure |Grafana. 

What you will bring to the role  

• Significant experience in software development, power system analysis, grid systems technologies (e.g. DERMS, SCADA, ADMS) or a related field.  

• Python programming skills and experience preferably using test-driven development & object-oriented programming with applications in a technical domain. 

• Quantitative analysis skills, including problem solving, modelling, and critical thinking. 

• Strong people leadership skills with an interest in mentoring engineers and supporting their technical and professional goals 

• Tertiary qualification in software or electrical engineering or similar with a power system focus. 

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 requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at ******************