Lead Software Developer

Lead Software DeveloperLocation: remoteContract: full-time contractor (or employee contract if you have the right to work in the UK)Remuneration: higher end of an expected salary band for this kind of roleAbout Open HydroWe are on a mission to mobilise billions of climate finance to fulfil hydropower's potential in the clean energy transition and contribute to tackling the climate change crisis. Hydropower is the largest provider of renewable energy sources globally and still needs to double its capacity to achieve global net-zero targets. However, climate finance is falling short, and hydropower only receives 2.5% of total climate-aligned renewable energy investments.Our work focuses on companies securing the resources they need to grow hydropower's capacity by demonstrating how hydropower assets contribute to mitigating climate change, uncovering opportunities and avoiding risks, which encourages investment.About the roleWe are looking for someone highly skilled in software development to join our team of specialists in hydropower and growing software innovations. Over the past year, our team has chaired a working group of industry leaders and financiers in the hydropower sector, putting us at the forefront of the industry. We have developed the framework for a much-needed solution for the industry. You would help us translate this from its early stages to a fully-fledged platform. This role is one of the essential hires, reflected in stock options and decision-making scope. If this sounds interesting, please keep on reading.ResponsibilitiesTechnical lead:Designing, building and configuring applications to meet business processes and requirementsWriting testable, scalable and efficient code and leading code reviewsWorking closely with our team on customer requirements to understand needs and help translate these into technical requirements for the developmentPlanning and documenting technical specifications for features or system designCompliance:Ensure the security of customer's dataCompliance with applicable GDPR requirementsIP developmentSenior manager:As the development team grows, alongside our CPO, directing the team in project management, design, development, coding, testing, and debugging of applicationsMentoring future junior staff and ensuring that they learn our software quality standardsBeyond the main scope of the role, you would help us build the company structure and culture to make this a place you are proud to work and great for new joiners.Qualifications & SkillsBasic:Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software engineering or a related fieldSolid experience in software developmentProficiency with R, Python, SQL, or other programming languagesHandling and assessing large data setsAbility to write clean and efficient code, including API designProven success as a technical team leader, with good communication skillsTeam player, able to work remotely and collaborate across different time zonesExcellent attention to detailDesirable:Master or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software engineering or a related fieldKnowledge of data securityYou enjoy mentoring & encouraging othersCreative skills to come up with novel ideas and solutionsFluent in English, and since many customers are in Latin America, proficiency in Spanish would be an advantage.Contract & RemunerationThis role is full-time, permanent and can be either as a freelancer contract or as an employee depending on the location. We work remotely, although preferably you are based near Brussels, Copenhagen or London, where our founding team is based. We aim to welcome the best into our team so that compensation will be fair for your skills and location.Our valuesWe live up to our values:Inclusive: We seek to provide equal access to opportunities and resources for people and organisations. We are all expatriates, and our partners, too, with different backgrounds, so culture and understanding are core to us.Open: Honesty and integrity are at the heart of our work, and accountability is key to creating trust and confidence. Family and friends are essential when running a business because we need a supportive community. So, we give each other respect to have guilt-free time off.Thorough: We are thorough in our pursuit to continue learning and work with our partners to bring state-of-the-art science to make better-informed decisions.Action-driven: We aim for actionable solutions with a measurable impact. We seek to multiply it through cooperation.Planet conscious: We strive for business practices that preserve the earth. We care deeply about making not a little but a significant environmental impact because this is the time this helps our family, friends, communities, and the planet at large.How to applyWe are committed to creating a diverse environment that drives progress. We recruit regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, or age.The job is open until we find a suitable candidate.You're interested, great! We are looking forward to hearing from you. Drop us an email with your CV and cover letter at info@openhydro.net.