Lead Software Engineer

We are an ex-SpaceX team working on delivering clean, affordable energy to every business using a mass-produced, modular energy storage and generation system. We’re looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join us full-time in San Francisco. The role involves designing software and firmware to manage a distributed network of commercial energy storage units.

What to Expect

The Lead Software Engineer will be part of our energy engineering team responsible for delivering end-to-end products and services to Vista customers. This role will be focused on supporting the Voltaris product line of energy storage systems with software platforms, features, and functionality involving data collection, management, and processing, hardware controls, internal and customer-facing applications, and energy system management functionality.

This is a multi-faceted role where flexibility to apply your skills to a variety of projects and needs is a must. Ability to understand customer and market requirements, combined with a solid technical foundation is expected. Members of our team display a rock-solid work ethic, team-oriented personality, creativity, passion, and a desire to lead the adoption of renewable energy at scale.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop the architecture for the software systems that will control and manage the energy storage unit, including the customer-facing front-end, back-end for our data aggregation platform, and on-device firmware.
• Define requirements and maintain documentation.
• Lead complex features and product functionality.
• Deliver end-to-end feature and technical leadership.
• Manage feature handoffs to operational stakeholders.
• Maintain feature and user experience quality.
• Work with engineering and UX teams to deliver scalable solutions that not only meet current needs, but consider future growth scenarios.
• Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends to incorporate innovative solutions into our products.
• Communicate with stakeholders, including executives, team members, and users.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record in software development or technical product management in fast-pace environments.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, Rust, or JavaScript.
• Experience with software development tools and frameworks, and familiarity with embedded systems and IoT technologies.
• Experience in electrical engineering or large scale electrical systems a plus.
• Experience with UI/UX development for industrial applications and users a plus.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to execute and manage multiple projects and tasks in parallel.
• Knowledge of battery and energy systems.
• Deep passion for transitioning the world to sustainable energy.

Benefits and Compensation

Expected Base Pay: $120,000-$150,000/year
In addition to the base pay, as a full-time Vista employee you are eligible for the following benefits on the first day of hire:

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Competitive employee equity plan
• Eligibility for additional cash and/or stock incentives and bonuses
• Health insurance
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Vista is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Vista is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.