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Software Developer

EVSE Engineering

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EVgo

EVgo

201-500 employees

Operates fast charging network for electric vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Hardware
Energy
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$150k - $160kAnnually

+ Bonus + Restricted Stock Units

Entry, Junior

Los Angeles, CA, USA + 1 more

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
gRPC
Software Testing
Git
JIRA
Jenkins
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • BS or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related field.
  • Experience with developing C/C++ based applications on embedded Linux.
  • Experience with web-based communication protocols, especially gRPC, WebSockets.
  • Experience with unit test frameworks (e.g., Google Test).
  • Experience with common build system frameworks (e.g., Make CMake).
  • Experience with CI/CD using GitLab or similar framework (Jenkins, Circle CI).
  • Experience with bug tracking tools, preferably Jira.
Responsibilities
  • Support software requirements elicitation for charger products.
  • Design, develop and maintain embedded Linux application software for charger products.
  • Develop and support software tools used for development and testing.
  • Develop unit tests and systems level SIL tests to ensure the highest code quality.
  • Support CI/CD system software to facilitate building, testing and distribution of production-level software.

EVgo provides fast charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and operates the largest public fast charging network in the United States, with over 800 stations across 66 markets. The company caters to individual EV owners, commercial businesses, retail locations, and government entities, as well as ride-sharing, car-sharing, and autonomous vehicle fleets. EVgo's charging stations are designed to meet the growing demand for convenient and reliable charging options as more consumers and businesses adopt electric vehicles. Unlike many competitors, EVgo owns and operates its charging stations, generating revenue by charging users for electricity and partnering with businesses to install charging stations at their locations. The goal of EVgo is to provide essential infrastructure that supports the increasing number of electric vehicles on the road, ensuring high reliability and convenience for its users.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$527.6M

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

2010

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • EVgo's rapid growth, evidenced by a 400% increase in customer accounts since April 2020, highlights its strong market position and potential for continued expansion.
  • The company's strategic partnerships and revenue-sharing agreements with commercial and retail businesses enhance its revenue streams and market reach.
  • Recognition from entities like LADWP for leadership in DC fast charging underscores EVgo's industry influence and commitment to sustainability.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape for EV charging infrastructure is intensifying, with new entrants and existing players potentially eroding EVgo's market share.
  • The company's ambitious expansion plans, including the deployment of NACS connectors, may face regulatory and technical challenges that could delay implementation.

What makes EVgo unique

  • EVgo's extensive network of over 800 fast charging stations across 66 markets makes it the largest public fast charging network in the U.S., providing a significant competitive edge.
  • The company's focus on both public and private charging solutions allows it to cater to a diverse range of clients, from individual EV owners to commercial and government fleets.
  • EVgo's commitment to deploying North American Charging Standard (NACS) connectors positions it as a forward-thinking leader in the evolving EV charging landscape.