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Senior Software Engineer


Company : Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)


Location : Perth, Western Australia


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Senior Software Engineer role at Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)Continue with Google Continue with Google2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Software Engineer role at Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)AEMO at the Heart of EnergyAEMO is Australias independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMOs 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.AEMO at the Heart of EnergyAEMO is Australias independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMOs 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 RoleThe Operational DER Management team is responsible for integration of distributed energy resources (DER) into AEMOs 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 AEMOs 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 teams 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.18-month fixed term contract.What You Will Be DoingContribute to development of a work program to improve AEMO tools for managing low demand / high DER periods.Python programming.Development of control room visualisation interfaces.Work with a team to identify priority areas for further uplift of systems required to operate the power system of the future.Collaborate with other AEMO teams and external stakeholdersWhat You Will Bring To The RolePython 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 thinkingExperience running dynamic power system studies in PSSE, PSCAD, PowerFactory, or similar platforms is desirable.Tertiary qualification in software or electrical engineering or similar is desirable, with a power system focus and experience in software development, power system analysis, or a related field.Tech Stack: Python | SQL | Azure | GrafanaIn Return Some Of Our Benefits To YouFlexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave optionsProfessional 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 ProcessAEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, religion and our First Nation peoples. 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