Software Engineer – Power Sector at Crown Interactive

Crown Interactive delivers innovative, cost-effective, service aggregation solutions to the Telecom, Media and Technology-based sectors.

Starting in 2005, this London-based business has gained ground-breaking expertise integrating business systems with evolving information technology. Based on the local demands of emerging markets, a new operation has been launched with its head office in Lagos, Nigeria. We also have a base in Washington DC.

Our uniquely qualified and highly skilled team includes a diverse make-up of international technology professionals. The company is guided by our operating principles of professionalism, integrity, efficiency, innovation, and unsurpassed customer service.

Crown Interactive is launching a world-class Service Aggregator platform in Nigeria using cutting-edge Business Support Systems (BSS) platform. The service offering includes comprehensive order-to-cash services for local and international service providers who are seeking to outsource their business support systems with a minimum of capital expenditure. Additionally, Crown Interactive has established a Nigerian-based products operation with exclusive distribution rights to provide highly innovative 3G data and voice Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) for individual consumers and small-to-medium businesses.Job Objective

Are you passionate about building scalable, high-performing applications that transform how the power and electricity sector operates?
 We are looking for a Software Engineer – Java to join our innovative development team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge software solutions that power our electricity distribution (DISCO) and energy management systems, including metering, billing, customer service, and data analytics platforms.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure, and efficient applications that enable utility companies to enhance operational performance, customer experience, and revenue assurance.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable software solutions for electricity distribution and energy management systems.
Collaborate with product managers, solution architects, and business analysts to translate DISCO operational requirements into functional software designs.
Develop integration layers between software applications and smart meters, GIS systems, CRM, and ERP platforms.
Optimize system performance and reliability for handling large datasets from smart grids and metering infrastructure.
Implement robust data analytics and reporting modules for energy consumption, loss detection, and revenue assurance.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards (e.g., NERC, ISO).
Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.
Provide technical support for solution deployment and troubleshoot post-deployment issues for DISCO clients.
Stay updated with the latest technologies in IoT, SCADA, data analytics, and power automation systems relevant to electricity utilities.

Required Skills and Competencies

Java
Javascript
Strong knowledge and understanding with Object-Oriented Principles
Spring-Boot
Java EE
Experienced in developing enterprise-level web applications and RESTful APIs using cloud-based architecture
MySQL
Single Sign – On Technology
Enterprise platforms
DevOPS
Familiarity SAAS Application deployment

Experience and Qualifications

First degree in Computer Science, Engineering or technical skills required for this role 
Minimum of 5 – 6 years of software development experience, preferably in energy, power, or utilities-focused software projects.
Proven experience with software solutions for power distribution, metering, or energy billing systems.
Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages: Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript (Node.js, React, or Angular).
Experience working with databases (SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and API integration.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps tools (Git, Docker, Jenkins).
Understanding of IoT protocols, data streaming, and integration with metering infrastructure (AMI/MDMS) is an added advantage.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.

Perks & Benefits:

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
Sales referral bonus incentives
Flexible work arrangements
Health, wellness, and professional development programs.