Senior Developer (Solar)

SENIOR DEVELOPER

(International Solar, BESS, Hybrid Systems & Emerging Energy Applications)

Who We Are?

Cleantech Industry Resources accelerates solar, wind, green hydrogen, battery storage, and EV infrastructure projects across the United States, India, and EMEA markets. The company provides turnkey "Development as a Service," powered by 100% internal systems engineering and a world-class team that comes out of some of the most reputed organizations in the renewables industry. This team operates within a sophisticated software and AI environment to support projects from land origination, through to commercial operation.

Location of Position:

• Noida

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
• Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture
• Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader
• Medical Insurance for the employee and family
• Spot Recognition bonus for exceptional performance
• Long Term Incentive policy
• Regular team outings, events, and activities to foster a positive work environment

Our Commitment to Diversity

At CIR, we are dedicated to nurturing a diverse and equitable workforce that truly reflects our community. We deeply value each person’s unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CIR embraces all individuals, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or nationality. We are steadfast in our commitment to fostering a just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions. Your individuality enriches our collective strength, and we strive to ensure everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered.

Position Summary

The Senior Developer will lead end-to-end international development of utility-scale and C&I Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and hybrid energy projects, with increasing exposure to advanced and innovative applications such as data centers, microgrids, and high-reliability power systems. This role requires a rare blend of hands-on technical modeling, consulting-grade analysis, and development leadership, supporting projects from conceptual feasibility through financial close and pre-construction across multiple global markets.

Core Responsibilities

Project Development & Feasibility

• Lead feasibility and early-stage development of international solar PV, BESS, and hybrid projects
• Perform and oversee:
• Site screening and land feasibility
• Grid interconnection strategy and capacity assessment
• Regulatory, permitting, and environmental pathway evaluation
• Develop bankable project concepts aligned with utility, merchant, and corporate offtake structures.

Hands-On Technical Modeling & Energy Yield Analysis

• Perform hands-on energy modeling and system analysis using industry-standard tools:
• PVsyst – utility-scale solar energy yield, loss analysis, and bankability studies
• Helioscope – early-stage layout optimization, shading, and DC/AC design
• ETB (Energy Toolbase) – solar + storage dispatch modeling, tariff analysis, and value stacking
• HOMER – hybrid systems, microgrids, and techno-economic optimization
• Independently develop and review:
• Production estimates and degradation assumptions
• BESS sizing, duration, and dispatch strategies
• Sensitivity analyses for grid, tariff, and operational scenarios
• Translate modeling outputs into investment-grade assumptions for financial models and client deliverables

BESS, Hybrid & Advanced Energy Systems Leadership

• Lead development of standalone and co-located BESS projects, including:
• Capacity and duration optimization
• Degradation, augmentation, and lifecycle planning
• Dispatch logic for grid services, peak shaving, and reliability
• Support advanced applications, including:
• Data center power solutions and high-availability energy systems
• Microgrids and islanded operations
• Solar + Storage + Grid + Backup hybrid architectures
• Evaluate emerging technologies and innovative use cases that enhance reliability, flexibility, and economics

International Market, Grid & Regulatory Analysis

• Support projects across multiple international markets (US, Europe, Middle East, APAC, LATAM)
• Analyze:
• Grid codes, interconnection standards, and utility requirements
• Market design (capacity markets, ancillary services, merchant vs contracted)
• Renewable energy policies, incentives, and tariff structures
• Convert regulatory complexity into actionable development and modeling strategies

Consulting & Advisory Engagements

• Deliver consulting-grade advisory services including:
• Technical due diligence and owner’s engineering
• RFP and tender preparation (utilities, IPPs, data centers, infrastructure clients)
• Feasibility studies and bankability assessments
• Prepare client-ready deliverables:
• Feasibility and desktop studies
• Development roadmaps
• Investment and credit committee memoranda
• Technical assumptions for financial models
• Interface directly with clients, utilities, EPCs, OEMs, investors, and lenders

Cross-Functional Leadership & Mentorship

• Coordinate with internal teams:
• Engineering
• Environmental & permitting
• Commercial & finance
• Manage and mentor junior engineers, analysts, and consultants
• Lead external stakeholders including utilities, regulators, EPCs, and advisors

Education Requirements

• M.Tech / M.S. in Energy, Renewable Energy, Electrical / Power Systems, or related field or MBA with specialization in Energy, Infrastructure, or Sustainability

Technical Skills and Experience

Software Proficiency:

• PVsyst
• Helioscope
• ETB (Energy Toolbase)
• HOMER

Renewable Energy Systems:

• Understanding of solar energy systems and their integration into existing infrastructure.

Experience

• 6+ years of experience in international solar PV, BESS, and hybrid project development
• 3+ years of experience in consulting / advisory / owner’s engineer roles
• Demonstrated hands-on technical and commercial leadership across early- to mid-stage development
• Proven ability to independently perform and review:
• Energy yield studies
• Storage dispatch modelling
• Hybrid system optimization

Preferred Experience

• Direct experience with utility-scale and C&I BESS projects
• Exposure to data center energy infrastructure or high-reliability power systems
• Experience working on international utility RFPs and grid-reliability procurements
• Familiarity with ISO/RTO markets (PJM, ERCOT, CAISO, ISO-NE, etc.)
• Background in global consulting firms or energy advisory practices

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical-commercial judgment
• Consulting-level analytical rigor and structured problem solving
• Ability to convert technical modeling into executive-level insights
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel-based analysis and professional presentations

Psychosocial Skills /Human Skills/Behavioural Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Project Management experience a plus.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
• Technical understanding of clean energy business processes
• Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Excellence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands of this job require an individual to be able to work at a computer for most of the day, be able to participate in conference calls and travel to team retreats on a time-to-time basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Conditions

The work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Cleantech Industry Resources, we embrace diversity and uphold a strong dedication to establishing an all-encompassing atmosphere for both our staff and associates. Our choices in employment are free from any bias related to race, creed, nationality, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical limitations, veteran status, or any other legally safeguarded attributes.

Being an integral part of Cleantech Industry Resources means you can expect to be immersed in a realm of professional possibilities within a culture that nurtures teamwork, adaptability, and the embracing of all.