Director, Software Engineering

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we've harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.

Energy Solutions is currently seeking a seasoned Director of Software Engineering to lead our Information Systems Software Engineering team. While Energy Solutions does not sell software, we develop reusable software solutions to support programs in energy efficiency, distributed energy resources and more.  

You will manage a department of approximately 35 software developers across multiple platforms as well as a technical influencer across Energy Solutions. As a professional services firm, we build high-impact software platforms for a diverse range of clients 

This is a strategic leadership role requiring a unique balance as our growth requires more thoughtfulness as we mature as an enterprise. You will bridge the gap between technical execution and business strategy, liaising closely with Product, Business Analysts, and internal Business Units to ensure we deliver scalable, secure, and architecturally sound solutions on time and on budget.  

This unique opportunity is perfect for individuals with technical prowess that want to have an impact on energy efficiency markets and greenhouse gas reductions through our work for major North American utilities and other clients around the country.

This is a hybrid work opportunity.  At ES, this means working onsite at one of our offices a minimum of 1 day/week (currently Wednesdays) with flexibility for the remainder of the days. ES has offices in Oakland, CA; Orange, CA; Portland, OR; Chicago, IL; and Boston, MA. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Organizational Leadership & Strategy 

Team Management: Lead, mentor, and scale multiple teams of 35+ engineers. You will directly manage Engineering Managers and Team Leads, fostering a culture of accountability and psychological safety. Resource Allocation: Masterfully balance engineering resources between high-priority client consulting projects and long-term internal platform development. Technical Leadership: Leading as a champion for engineering excellence, building a culture of impact for all of Energy Solutions

Technical Direction 

Architecture Authority: Serve as the final authority on software architecture and design patterns. Ensure our diverse software platforms are architected for scalability, focusing on modularity and performance. Best Practices: Drive the adoption of modern engineering practices, e.g. Small/Frequent commits, CI/CD, and automated testing methodologies.  Data & Downstream Alignment: Partner with data engineering, business data analytics teams, and downstream application owners to ensure software systems produce high-quality, well-structured data and support seamless integration, enabling architectures that meet the needs of reporting and data analytics. Modernization: Keep a pulse on the entire software ecosystem, guiding the migration of legacy systems and the adoption of new libraries or frameworks where appropriate.

Delivery & Operations

SDLC: Oversee the full SDLC, ensuring rigorous standards for code quality, testing, and documentation. Compliance: Establish and enforce security controls, compliance standards, and data protection protocols across all client projects. Establish and track Engineering metrics to drive process improvement initiatives to increase velocity and reduce technical debt. Monitor delivery timelines, mitigating risks and ensuring alignment with client expectations and contractual obligations Service Delivery: Collaborate with product owners, project managers, business systems analysts and business partners to ensure client deliverables are shipped on time and within budget while avoiding technical debt. Manage stakeholder expectations regarding technical feasibility, timelines, and scope. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: 10+ years in software engineering, with at least 4+ years in a Director or Senior Management role leading teams of 25+ people. Technical Stack: Deep roots in the Python ecosystem. You have built complex applications using Django. Exposure or experience with other programming ecosystems including Java and Mendix is a plus. Dual-Focus Experience: Experience working in a Professional Services/Consultancy environment is highly preferred, alongside experience shipping SaaS/PaaS products. Database & Infra: Strong understanding of relational databases and cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP). Leadership Style: Proven ability to influence partners while mentoring and maturing a software engineering team, including supervisors. You know how to delegate effectively and avoid micromanagement while staying informed. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and clients

Preferred Qualifications:  

Hands-on experience or theoretical knowledge of Generative AI / LLM integration in enterprise software. Experience managing remote or distributed engineering teams. Advanced degree in Computer Science or Engineering. Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills

The salary range for this role is $145,000–$170,000, with a target compensation of $145,000- $161,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

AI Use

At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one's own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience skills can truly shine.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Office Locations and a Remote Workforce

Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in  six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming.

Background Check Information

Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Reasonable Accommodations 

Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email -

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