Integration Engineer

This role offers the opportunity to directly contribute to the clean energy transition while working with cutting-edge technology in the rapidly evolving energy markets sector. You'll be joining a high-impact team where your technical expertise will enable renewable energy projects to maximize their value and accelerate the shift toward sustainable energy systems.

As an Integration Engineer, you will be the technical bridge between our platform and the complex ecosystem of external systems that manage renewable energy assets, interface with energy markets, and provide critical data for optimizing energy market participation. This role combines deep technical development with strategic client partnership—you'll spend time both building robust integration solutions and working directly with clients to ensure seamless onboarding experiences.

• Develop automation solutions including credential management systems, testing frameworks, and deployment tools
• Build and maintain Python-based integration tools and platforms that streamline our connection processes
• Analyze and translate third-party system requirements by reviewing API documentation, technical specifications, and collaborating with external technical teams to define actionable development work
• Lead integration testing initiatives for new partnerships while supporting routine integrations across our growing client base
• Deliver exceptional client experiences by proactively identifying and resolving integration challenges
• Develop, execute, and refine comprehensive integration test plans for both new and existing system connections
• Provide expert technical guidance and support throughout the integration lifecycle, from initial setup through go-live and ongoing maintenance
• Serve as the primary technical liaison during client onboarding, working closely with our internal team and external stakeholders to ensure smooth integration deployments
• Continuously enhance our integration capabilities to support Ascend's rapid growth and evolving client needs

We are seeking a Integration Engineer with a strong background in third-party integrations and Python programming to join our SmartBidder team. The SmartBidder team is growing quickly and is directly impacting the clean energy transition by helping Ascend’s clients realize the value of renewable energy and storage projects.

• Familiarity with project management to stay organized and manage, track, and communicate progress internally and externally
• Understanding of security requirements of integration work
• Extensive experience with data structures and API schemas, including an understanding of API design philosophies and patterns including common communication protocols (SOAP, REST) and data formats (JSON, XML).
• 3+ years experience in implementing third-party integrations and/or as a technical sales resource for a software product
• Ability to flexibly work on multiple workstreams in parallel based on sometimes tight and shifting client timelines
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Background in energy and/or electricity markets
• Strong proficiency in Python
• Familiarity with SCADA systems
• Familiarity with Azure environments and Microsoft DevOps
• Tenacity to navigate ambiguity and gather clear requirements from third-parties

Compensation: $105,000 - $135,000

We offer flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401k plan.

Negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Ascend highly values our employees and often pays above industry average.

Please note: Ascend Analytics is not able to offer visa sponsorships at this time.

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