Director, Software and Data Science

This is a fully remote role for candidates who are based outside of the New York Metropolitan area. For those located in the area, we encourage you to consider our hybrid work arrangement (1-2 days a week in our NYC office). That said, we value flexibility and if you have a different preference, please do not let that deter you from applying – let’s talk about it!

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment-based visas at this time.

Energy storage is the key to unlocking a future where our world is powered by renewable resources. At Convergent Energy and Power, our mission is to make the electrical grid cleaner, more reliable, and less expensive by leveraging state-of-the-art energy storage and distributed generation technologies.

The Director, Software and Data Science is responsible for leading the development and evolution of internal software and data science solutions that support Convergent’s internal portfolio of distributed renewable energy projects (Solar PV, BESS systems, etc.). This role blends technical leadership in data science, software engineering, and lightweight product management to deliver tools and algorithms that improve the performance, decision-making, and transparency of our operations.

This is a people management role that oversees 1-3 individual contributors.

What You’ll Do

[Data Science & Tools] Develop, deploy, and improve intelligent decision-support tools (70%)

o   Lead the evolution of PEAK IQ—our suite of prediction and dispatch co-optimization algorithms—by advancing machine learning models that help operators maximize revenue and system performance

o   Design and implement ensemble modeling approaches to combine signals from multiple models, data sources, and forecast strategies, improving reliability and performance across diverse operating scenarios

o   Drive efforts to structure, train, and validate time-series models using internal and external data (e.g., forecasts, weather, market pricing, telemetry)

o   Oversee and improve data collection services and pipelines that power PEAK IQ and other internal analytics

o   Direct development of the Asset Management Platform (AMP)—Convergent’s internal scheduling and monitoring tool—ensuring tight integration between front-end user interfaces and back-end data pipelines

o   This role requires hands-on work in data science, and ideally, the ability to contribute to front-end application development and database design

o   Participate in code reviews, set technical standards, and ensure reproducibility and transparency in modeling pipelines

[Leadership] Cross-functional coordination and team development (10%)

o   Lead strategy and check-in meetings across Asset Operations, Strategic Analytics, and Portfolio Management to align on development priorities and timelines

o   Clearly communicate modeling logic, system behaviors, and data limitations to non-technical stakeholders

o   Educate the organization on the design, purpose, and business impact of Convergent’s intelligent tools

o   Manage and mentor internal developers and data scientists; oversee third-party resources as needed

o   Lightweight product oversight to maintain a well-organized Jira backlog with clearly defined priorities

o   Lead recurring sprint planning and progress check-ins to track development and ensure accountability

o   Gather and integrate stakeholder feedback from across the company to refine roadmap and feature scope

[Data Services] Portfolio performance and reporting support (10%)

o   Lead efforts to structure and serve operational and financial data for use in dashboards, compliance reporting, and strategic analysis

o   Collaborate with portfolio managers to increase data accessibility and reliability for forecasting, settlements, and decision-making

o   Oversee data hygiene and quality assurance efforts across key datasets

People Management (10%)

o   Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with direct report(s) and follow Convergent’s performance review cycle, setting clear goals, evaluating outcomes, and addressing performance issues promptly and effectively.

o   Work with People Operations to handle personnel matters with professionalism, including onboarding, growth, training, hiring, resolving conflicts and making informed recommendations on corrective actions, and staff transitions when necessary.

o   Foster a positive team culture that embodies Convergent’s values.

Required Qualifications

o   Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., mathematics, physics, computer science, data science)

o   5 years of experience in a similar role.

o   Proficiency in modern programming languages and frameworks with a focus on web development. Our tech stack includes C#, ASP.NET, T-SQL, Python, React

o   Extensive experience with TensorFlow/PyTorch, scikit-learn, and time-series forecasting.

o   Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts like machine learning algorithms to diverse audiences.

o   Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail and accuracy.

o   Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

o   Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.

o   Eager to develop new skills, tools, and knowledge through on-the-job experience and training.

o   Open to constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement.

o   Alignment with Convergent’s mission and values: Continuous Improvement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Ethical Governance, Safety, Sustainability, Collaboration, Ownership, Resilience, and a strong interest in the Clean Energy Transition.

o   This role requires 5% travel, primarily for team events and company-wide meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

o   Advanced degree (MS, PhD) in a technical field

o   Proficiency in building and managing cloud-based software infrastructure, ideally in MS Azure

o   Experience in renewable energy (PV, BESS) is highly preferred, though candidates from other energy/utility industries with strong technical backgrounds will be considered.

We're dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture that prioritizes the safety and well-being of all our clean energy professionals. We embrace and learn from our diverse backgrounds, encouraging open dialogue and growth. Through resources like our active Employee Resource Groups, DEI Working Group, and comprehensive training and workshops, we're continuing to build a supportive community that celebrates the convergence of our identities.

Our priority is to ensure that every team member feels valued and supported to have a healthy balance between work life and personal life. We believe a full life outside of the office makes for a happier, healthier team. We support that by offering robust benefits such as but not limited to, the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Vacation, Sick, and Volunteer days
• 401K with an employer safe harbor match
• Special Vendor Discounts on programs for:
• Identity theft and fraud prevention

Base Salary Range: $190,000 - $210,000; Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience.

We encourage people from minority or marginalized groups to apply. If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application.

Convergent is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements in the country where we operate. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected]