Lead R&D Software Engineer – Power Systems

GE Vernova

. Develop technology for power system control and management solutions for smart grid applications .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $98,400 - $164,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and validating smart grid solutions, including power systems management and automation. Proficient in using Matlab, Simulink, and Agile methodologies to deliver high-quality applications and support business development initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Smart Grid Algorithm DevelopmentMatlab and Simulink ProficiencyPower Systems Management ExperienceAgile Development MethodologiesTechnical Leadership and Communication

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Hard Skills

Smart Grid Solutions DevelopmentSystem Design and ArchitectureApplication Specification and TestingEmbedded Automation MonitoringMatlab Embedded Coding61131 PLC DevelopmentSoftware Release ManagementDebugging and ValidationFAT/SAT ExperienceAutomated Testing

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsStakeholder InfluenceTeam CommunicationKnowledge Sharing

Tools & Technologies

LinuxWindowsJiraSVNGit

Industry Keywords

Power SystemsAutomationProtection and Control ApplicationsR&D SolutionsAgile Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxSDLCSubversion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop technology for power system control and management solutions for smart grid applications
Define functional and system design and architecture specifications
Model systems using Matlab, Simulink, and Opal-RT
Design, develop, and validate smart grid algorithms in function block and conventional software implementations
Design and establish test environments and simulation scenarios with the V&V team
Design GUI views for application interaction environments, V&V testing, and AAA deliveries
Develop ready-to-use application function blocks for embedded automation monitoring, analytics, forecasting, management, control, and protection systems
Test and validate solutions, including debugging
Act as project technical leader or Scrum Master as needed
Provide technical support and development leadership for key AAA roadmap initiatives
Propose, develop, and demonstrate novel techniques for competitive differentiation
Contribute to Grid Solutions Innovation Lab activities and strategic roadmap advancement
Support business development, project pipeline development, and delivery activities
Perform system design specifications and model verification
Support commissioning for COE and operations teams
Propose improvement programs for the team development roadmap
Work with customers to identify and solve power systems issues using software solutions
Use customer feedback and REX to prioritize future developments
Participate in technical visits, workshops, demonstrations, conferences, trade shows, and customer/stakeholder training
Report to the Protection and Control System Engineering Leader
Deliver AAA products on time, with required quality and within cost

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in renewable energies, electrical engineering, computer science, or similar field from an accredited university
Genuine interest and passion for solving complex power system problems
Strong industrial experience developing and delivering, including FAT/SAT, power systems management, automation, protection and control applications
Experience with application specification, design, development, and testing in Linux and Windows environments using Agile processes
Proven R&D solutions experience in power systems, automation, protection, and control domains
Demonstrated ability to influence various stakeholders through the R&D process
Pragmatic approach to problem-solving
Strong analytical, questioning, and reasoning skills
Technical and higher management communication skills
Experience in multicultural distributed working environments
Team communication and knowledge-sharing ability
Programming languages, code-checking, version control, and Agile support tools including Jira, SVN, and Git
Proficiency in Matlab, Simulink, Matlab Embedded Coding, and automated testing
Experience with 61131 PLC development systems desired
Experience developing in Linux and MS Windows environments desired
Experience in software release management and SDLC
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development
Relocation assistance not provided