Python Software Developer Balancing Energy Market & Redispatch

Next Kraftwerke GmbH

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In this job, you will develop Python applications for data exchange with grid operators, design APIs, and automate infrastructures using Azure and Terraform within an agile team.

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Your role in the team

  • In the Software & Data Services sector, we develop sustainable software solutions using agile methods for a growing portfolio of battery storage systems as well as solar, wind, and biogas plants.
  • For this, you develop Python applications for data exchange with network operators to participate in ancillary services markets and to enable network operators to eliminate grid bottlenecks through, for example, redispatch.
  • This way, you contribute to successfully overcoming the opportunities and challenges of an increasingly renewable energy-driven system.
  • You can expect an open, collegial working environment with highly qualified, motivated, and helpful colleagues.
  • We place great importance on respectful and transparent communication, embrace diversity, and actively promote an inclusive work environment.
  • Flexible working time models are not just empty phrases for us, but a lived corporate reality.
  • Whether full-time or part-time - let us know how we can align on this point.
  • You develop Python applications that ensure smooth data exchange with network operators.
  • You design and develop HTTPS and messaging APIs for internal developer teams.
  • You develop modern web applications with Python (FastAPI, Django) and JavaScript (Vue.js).
  • You operate and automate our infrastructure with Azure, Terraform, GitHub Actions, and Ansible, continuously developing our CI/CD processes.
  • You analyze requirements from official interface descriptions and coordinate technical solutions with internal stakeholders.
  • You utilize AI-powered coding tools and agents to develop software more efficiently, support code reviews, and identify errors early.
  • You work in a cross-functional team following agile methods such as Scrum, Pair Programming, Code Reviews, and Retrospectives.

Our expectations of you

Qualifications

  • You are confident in CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and working with Azure, Terraform, GitHub Actions, and Ansible.
  • You have a good understanding of cryptographic fundamentals such as hashing, signing, encryption, and TLS and S/MIME certificates.
  • You already have knowledge of HTTPS, SFTP, and messaging protocols.
  • You are fluent in both German and English, in speaking and writing.

Experience

  • You have several years of professional experience in development with Python and have ideally gained experience with FastAPI or Django as well.
  • You also bring experience in frontend development with JavaScript and ideally with Vue.js.

What we offer

  • Hybrid and flexible working including home office equipment.
  • The opportunity to accrue additional vacation days with our flextime work model and use them flexibly.
  • Comprehensive development opportunities such as language courses, coaching, and training.
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  • Sports offerings such as Urban Sports Club, yoga classes.
  • Regular events: Summer party, Christmas party, LAN party, after-work pizza & drinks.
  • External support in finding daycare places as well as other private and professional challenges.

Benefits

Work-Life-Integration

Health, fitness & fun

Topics you will work on

Job locations

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  • Location Cologne
    Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

About your employer

Next Kraftwerke GmbH, based in Cologne, operates as the operator of a virtual power plant and as an electricity trader in the energy sector. The company connects decentralized energy producers, storage, and consumers to enable their participation in electricity and ancillary service markets.

Company type
Established Company
Work model
Hybrid, Onsite
Industry
Power Sector, Economy
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Python Software Developer Balancing Energy Market & Redispatch

Next Kraftwerke GmbH