Data Engineer I

Data EngineerThe Data Engineer will be based in Fremont, California. In this position, you will report to the Senior Manager of Systems Architecture. We are looking for a talented, early-career data engineer to help us build and maintain the data pipelines that ingest, process, and optimize the data from our existing installations. We have hundreds of thousands of devices in the field in virtually every continent, controlling our solar trackers. Our data and analytics infrastructure supports our maintenance operations and informs new product design. When you work with us, you will be making a positive, material impact on the solar capacity of the planet and learning how to scale outdoor IOT deployments in some very harsh environmentsWe are looking for someone who demonstrates:Passionate drive to innovate and createIntegrity to the coreEnthusiastic customer focusConsistent interactive teamworkDesire for continuous improvement and top performanceHere is a glimpse of what you'll do…Build and maintain reliable, high-quality data pipelines and architectureDevelop data pipelines, tools, and applications by producing clean, efficient code in Go, Python and SQLAutomate data ingestion and transformation tasks through appropriate tools and scriptingReview and debug pipeline codePerform data validation and quality testingCollaborate with internal teams to improve our data and analytics productsDocument data workflows and monitor pipeline healthEnsure our data stack is up to date with the latest technologiesHere is some of what you'll need (required)…Foundational programming skills, ideally in Go or C.Understanding of SQL, databases, and basic data modeling.Familiarity with writing and debugging queries and scripts.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related fieldFamiliarity with Linux OSAnalytical mind with problem-solving aptitudeAbility to work independently and as part of a teamHere are a few of our preferred experiences…Knowledge of common data and programming languages like Python, SQL, and Scala; exposure to Java is a plusExperience processing IOT big data, ideally from millions of devices in the field.Data technologies like SQL and time-series databases (e.g., Timescale), Databricks, Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, or Apache Hadoop. Docker or KubernetesFamiliarity with data orchestration tools like Apache Airflow is a plusWorking experience with cloud infrastructure as a service, like Microsoft Azure or AWSUI development languages, like Angular, or React are a plusExposure to Databricks and Timescale is a strong plusAt Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we're building the foundation for the world's next generation of clean energy infrastructure.Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.