Aurora Solar

Senior Software Engineer, Full-stack ML & Geo Data

Canada

CA$116,500 – CA$173,300Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Renewable Energy, Software Development, Data & AIIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess an academic background in computer science or a related field, along with at least three years of hands-on experience with Python and backend web development, specifically Ruby on Rails, and at least one year of experience crafting engaging user interfaces with JavaScript and TypeScript.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer will maintain and improve backend infrastructure for machine-learning and geo systems, including evaluation, regression, test coverage, dataset storage & organization, model training & serving, and imagery & 3D data processing, and develop and deploy intuitive frontend features, sharing expertise with teammates and taking ownership of team services, including participating in on-call rotations. They will also contribute to the development of cutting-edge machine-learning pipelines, actively participating in code reviews and process improvements, and guarantee the reliability of the application through automated tests and debugging, ultimately powering the development of accurate and accessible solar design tools that contribute to Aurora’s mission.

Skills

Full-stack development
Machine-learning infrastructure
Geo data services
Computer-vision
Satellite imagery
Lidar data
Backend infrastructure
Model training & serving
Frontend development

Aurora Solar

Software for designing photovoltaic systems

About Aurora Solar

Aurora Solar provides software solutions for designing and selling photovoltaic (PV) systems that convert sunlight into electricity. Their software allows solar installers to create detailed solar designs quickly, reducing the time and costs of manual processes. Operating on a subscription model, clients pay for access to features like 3D modeling and performance simulations, with different tiers available to suit various needs. The goal of Aurora Solar is to help solar companies scale their operations and promote the adoption of sustainable energy.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$506MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision plans
PTO
Fully remote
Parental leave
Wellness benefits
WFH stipends

Risks

Potential acquisition by Norinco may raise concerns over foreign ownership.
HelioScope feature faces competition from existing market players.
Dependency on EagleView's technology could pose risks if partnership issues arise.

Differentiation

Aurora Solar offers cloud-based software for efficient solar PV system design.
The company provides 3D modeling and performance simulations for accurate solar project planning.
Aurora Solar's subscription model ensures continuous updates and support for its clients.

Upsides

Partnerships with firms like EagleView enhance design accuracy and project timelines.
Expansion into solar leasing with GoodLeap and LightReach increases market opportunities.
Recognition as a top remote company strengthens Aurora Solar's talent acquisition.

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