Software Engineer

Pioneering People; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy storage innovator in Edinburgh is seeking a Software Engineer to develop and scale an energy management platform. The role involves building backend services and optimisation algorithms for battery energy systems. The ideal candidate has a degree in Software Engineering or related fields and experience with C++, Python, cloud deployment, and Docker. Join a team dedicated to impactful energy solutions, offering a competitive salary of £45,000 to £60,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear progression pathways

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience with C++, Rust, Python, Go, or Java relevant to the position.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Cloud deployment experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend services for energy management platform.
• Develop optimisation algorithms for energy storage systems.
• Collaborate on data visualisation and reporting.

Skills

C++

Python

Docker

Kubernetes

Event-driven architectures

Time-series databases

Cloud deployment

Machine learning

Education

Degree in Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Software Engineer – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) | Edinburgh | £45,000 – £60,000

Build the software powering the energy transition.

At StorTera , we’re redefining how energy is stored, controlled, and optimised. As a leading innovator in commercial-scale battery energy storage , we develop advanced software and hardware solutions that stabilise the grid, unlock renewable energy, and help businesses decarbonise at scale.

We’re now looking for a Software Engineer to help build and scale our energy management platform — the digital brain behind our next-generation flow battery technology and BESS deployments.

If you’re excited by real-world systems, high-impact software, and clean energy, this is your chance to make your code count.

The Software Engineer Role :

You’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and scaling the software that controls how energy is stored, dispatched, and optimised across commercial battery systems.

Working at the intersection of edge devices, cloud platforms, IoT, and electrical engineering, you’ll turn high-frequency sensor data into actionable intelligence — helping customers save money, reduce carbon, and improve grid resilience.

This is hands-on, mission-critical engineering with real-world impact.

Key Responsibilities of the Software Engineer :

• Build scalable backend services using cloud-native, microservices architectures to process real-time data from BESS, EV chargers, solar, wind, and IoT sensors
• Develop optimisation algorithms for peak shaving, demand response, automated load shedding, and (where appropriate) AI-driven forecasting and anomaly detection
• Connect edge to cloud, designing robust APIs and drivers using protocols such as OCPP, Modbus, and CAN, with secure, low-latency data pipelines
• Collaborate on data visualisation, supporting intuitive dashboards and reports that drive operational and commercial decisions
• Ensure security & reliability, implementing high-availability controls and industry-standard cybersecurity for grid-connected assets

What We’re Looking For :

• Degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar
• Experience with C++, Rust (edge / performance-critical systems) and / or Python, Go, or Java (cloud services)
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and event‑driven architectures
• Experience working with time‑series and relational databases (e.g. InfluxDB, TimescaleDB, PostgreSQL)
• Cloud deployment experience on AWS, Azure, or GCP
• A systems‑thinking mindset — comfortable writing software that safely interacts with physical hardware and high‑voltage systems
• Exposure to machine learning for forecasting or optimisation is a plus
• Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑moving, collaborative environment
• A genuine commitment to high engineering standards, sustainability, and societal impact

Early‑career engineers welcome : We’re happy to consider candidates with less than 3 years’ experience. If you have strong fundamentals and the right mindset, we’ll invest in your growth with structured training and mentoring.

Why StorTera?

• Work on cutting‑edge energy storage technology shaping the future of clean power
• See your software deployed in real‑world, grid‑connected systems
• Join a supportive, ambitious team that values learning, ownership, and innovation
• Competitive salary (£45k–£60k DOE) plus benefits and clear progression pathways
• Be part of a company making a measurable impact on climate and energy resilience

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

StorTera is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and ages.

Ready to power the next generation of energy storage?

Apply now and help StorTera deliver smarter, cleaner, more resilient energy systems.