Sr Software Engineer, Platform

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we're driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future.Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home company in the United States, dedicated to redefining the home experience with intelligent products and services. We find purpose in proactively protecting and keeping our customers connected to home, no matter where they are. Join the Smart Home team to create smarter, safer and more sustainable homes.Primary Responsibilities:Work in a highly autonomous and collaborative environmentWork closely with the other teams like mobile apps and embedded devices that integrate with the platform/backendResearch and evaluate new technologies and toolsParticipate in re-occurring "Innovation Days" and work on innovative projects of your choiceWork on cool stuff that you get to use in your own homeCreate systems to handle high volume data from sensors, cameras, and user actionsAPI design and implementationPreferred Skills, Experience & Education:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field. A solid understanding of core computer science principles-including algorithms, complexity, and data structures-is essential.Demonstrated experience in designing, building, and maintaining reliable, large-scale backend systems and microServicess. Experience with high-reliability and large-scale applications, such as mobile backends or similar systems, is highly desirable.Proficiency in at least one core programming language (preferably Golang or Python), with openness to learning new languages and technologies.Practical experience with a range of tools and technologies, including:Languages & Frameworks: Golang, PythonDatabases & Queues: MongoDB, RabbitMQ, Redis, KafkaNetworking & Cloud: Networking, AWS, Docker, MicroServicessSecurity & Protocols: OAuth2, data privacy, security best practicesInfrastructure: Datacenter monitoring, PaaS, SaaS environmentsFamiliarity with GRPC is a plus.Experience Creating and maintaining backend Servicess and learning how to design for horizontal scalingExperience Working with job queues, concurrency, caching, persistence, and writing performant codeHigh level of communication skills. Ability to exchange ideas about complex subjects efficientlyAbility to adapt, change, and learn as neededA few years work experience in a similar work environment using the technologies and patterns listed aboveWe recognize not everyone will meet all these criteria but encourage you to apply anyway if you meet some of them and are interested in the role.The ability to learn on the job is more important than having every single item in the tech stack listed above.Here are some highlighted perks you should ask us about:Free daily lunch and drinks on sitePaid holidays and flexible paid time awayEmployee/Friends/Family DiscountsOnsite health clinic, gym, gaming tablesMedical/dental/vision/life coverage & 24/7 Medical Hotline401(k) + Employer MatchEmployee Resource GroupsWORKING CONDITIONS:This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.EEO is the Law Poster(The poster can be found atdescription on file with Talent. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17