Senior Software Engineer (Python)

About the role

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) manages the efficient flow of electricity on more than 11,000 circuit-miles of high-voltage transmission lines, dispatching power from hundreds of generating units across the state.

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) applies cutting-edge technology to operating a reliable electricity system, managing competitive markets for wholesale electricity, and planning for the Empire State's energy future. The NYISO’s Information Technology department invites applications for a full-time Senior Software Engineer to join our team.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with advanced Python development skills and a strong background in data analysis, modeling and transformation. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of power systems modeling, simulation and analysis, and will play a key role in supporting and enhancing Python-based applications used across engineering workflows. This role requires daily use of AI-augmented programming practices and includes mentoring staff in adopting these tools to improve productivity and innovation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

- Design, develop, and support maintenance of Python-based tools for power system simulation, data processing, and visualization

- Lead the integration of Python APIs and scripts from commercial and custom power system analysis tools into internal workflows

- Develop automated testing, deployment, and monitoring solutions for a variety of systems

- Elicit system requirements from business owners

- Collaborate with appropriate teams to implement and optimize DevOps pipelines to ensure secure and efficient software delivery of custom software tools

- Use AI-augmented programming tools (e.g., code generation assistants, intelligent IDEs) as part of daily development work

- Mentor staff in adopting AI-augmented programming practices

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, system administrators, business owners and project managers to gather requirements and provide technical expertise

- Support and enhance existing applications by working with vendors to improve their products in the areas of required business functionality and security

- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and best practices

- Document code, processes, and system architecture clearly and effectively

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree (BS), Computer Science or Information Systems desired

- At least three years of experience working with DevOps and Python-based solutions

- Advanced proficiency in Python, including experience with scientific and data libraries (e.g., NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib) and object-oriented concepts

- Strong experience in integrating and managing APIs across diverse platforms and tools

- Experience with data modeling and transformation