Senior Software Engineer & Scientist – Virtual Sensing and Decentralized Grid Operations

We are building the foundation for next-generation decentralized grid operationsdistributing intelligence to the resilient edge to enable autonomous self-healing and adaptive grid management.

As a Senior Software Engineer & Scientist (Virtual Sensing) you will develop edge-native software advanced virtual sensing algorithms and intelligent control systems that bridge physics AI and distributed computing. This is a high-impact hands-on role in a startup-style fast-moving environment within GE Vernovas CTO organization. You will report directly to the Electrification Chief Architect and collaborate across simulation real-time edge deployments and field validation to transform how the grid senses and responds.

• Build and deploy edge-native software components for decentralized operation sensing and control.
• Develop federated data pipelines that allow distributed nodes to collaborate securely without central coordination.
• Integrate field data sources (SCADA PMUs DER controllers) and industrial IoT protocols (LoRa MQTT DNP3 Modbus).

• Develop and deploy robust virtual sensing algorithms to infer critical power grid parameters (e.g. voltage stability phase angles line temperature asset health) from limited edge sensor data.
• Deploy adaptive edge intelligence and control logic to enable real-time grid insights with minimal latency.
• Apply control theory and signal processing techniques (e.g. Kalman filters state estimation) to refine virtual sensor accuracy.

• Collaborate with power systems engineers to validate virtual sensor performance against physical models and real-world field data.
• Bridge the gap between simulation environments and live grid operations to close the loop.
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities federated control frameworks and digital twins into next-generation grid platforms.

• Software Engineering: Proficiency in Python Go or Rust (backend/edge) and TypeScript/React or Angular (UI).
• Edge/Cloud Infrastructure: Deep experience with Kubernetes/K3s Kafka/NATS MQTT gRPC and Pulsar.
• Data & Observability: Hands-on experience with InfluxDB/TimescaleDB and observability stacks (Prometheus Grafana).
• Domain Expertise: Proven experience with federated architectures resilient edge software and Transmission & Distribution (T&D) applications.
• Scientific Aptitude: Strong understanding of signal processing control theory and state estimation methods.
• AI/ML: Experience developing and deploying AI/ML models in production environments.

• Education: Masters degree in electrical engineering Computer Science or a related field with 5 years of experience.
• Simulation Tools: Familiarity with EMT platforms (PSCAD RTDS Opal-RT).
• Digital Twins: Experience with OpenFMB Modelica or graph-based modeling.
• Grid Standards: Knowledge of IEEE 2030.5 IEC 61850 or similar utility protocols.

• Mission: Work at the forefront of the energy transition solving the most critical challenges of the modern grid.
• Impact: Influence the architecture of decentralized autonomous energy systems.
• Environment: Enjoy a startup-style agile culture backed by the global reach and resources of GE Vernova.

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For candidates applying to a U.S. based position the pay range for this position is between $98400.00 and $164000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110% 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience education and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 24 2026.

Available benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance adoption assistance paid parental leave disability benefits life insurance 12 paid holidays and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually GE Vernova) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate amend suspend replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.