Full-Time
AI Platform Engineer
Posted on 11/21/2025
NRG Energy
5,001-10,000 employees
Electricity generation and retail energy services
No salary listed
Houston, TX, USA
Hybrid
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- 1-2 years of full software development lifecycle experience (requirements, design, code, test, deploy, document, support).
- Good understanding of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design.
- Proven experience in administering and governing Microsoft Power Platform, with a strong focus on Power Automate and Copilot Studio including creation, configuration, security, and lifecycle management (development, test, production).
- Working knowledge in developing and deploying solutions using Microsoft Power Automate and CoPilot Studio.
- Working knowledge of at least one leading Robotic Process Automation Platform (e.g., UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism).
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their services relevant to AI and automation.
- Experience with programming language such as Python and R.
- Ability to create, read/understand and modify/enhance Python, R, VB.net or C# code for diagnosis, integration with RPA/AI tool.
- Understanding of workflow-based logic and the ability to interpret process diagrams.
- Effective time management with a focus on prioritization. A sense of urgency and a commitment to timely completion of projects. Attention to detail along with a commitment to quality and confidentiality.
- Demonstrable knowledge and familiarity with configuration of PL/SQL and Oracle Databases. Experience creating simple PL/SQL queries, running pre-defined scripts, configuration, security, and interpreting logs and traces.
- General understanding of various IT security concepts as they relate to production environments.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- AI Platform Engineer to design, develop and support AI Platform.
- Support day-to-day operations of Robotic Process Automation BOTs in production environment that generate multi-million dollar benefit to business.
- The role demands strong technical skills in understanding AI models, applications, network, databases, Windows VDIs troubleshooting and analysis.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues falling under RPA and AI environment.
- Liaison with appropriate teams (e.g., development, infrastructure, business) for the development of corrective actions or viable workarounds to resolve RPA.
- The role requires to work in office location and/or with hybrid work model.
- Support deployments or troubleshoot production issues outside of work hours and participate in an on-call rotation as needed.
- Experience with IT Service Management tools like ServiceNow.
- Experience with one Object Oriented language (e.g., C++, Java, C#).
- Understanding of basic Large Language Model concepts.
- RPA development, deployment, and monitoring & support experience in Cloud environment.
- Demonstrable knowledge of Windows Servers 2012/2016/2019 server O/S.
- Basic scripting skills with PowerShell and/or VB script.
- Familiar with credential management software like CyberArk.
- Relevant certifications in RPA, Python, R.
- Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Administrator Associate or similar certifications are a significant plus.
NRG Energy is a U.S.-based energy company that generates, sells, and distributes electricity and related services. It runs a large portfolio of power plants that use natural gas, coal, oil, nuclear, and growing amounts of solar and wind. The company operates in two main areas: electricity generation (selling to wholesale markets) and retail electricity sales (selling directly to end users with plans like fixed-rate and variable-rate electricity and services such as HVAC repair). Unlike many peers, NRG blends multiple fuel sources and maintains an integrated model that covers both generation and retail, helping hedge against wholesale price swings. Its reach spans millions of customers across the United States and parts of Canada, under multiple brand names and a range of offerings. The company aims to provide dependable energy to a broad customer base while adapting to evolving market conditions and regulatory environments using a diversified generation mix and product set.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Princeton, New Jersey
Founded
1989
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- LS Power acquisition doubles generation fleet and secures 5.4 GW data center pipeline.
- Caroline Golin's appointment leverages Google expertise for data center and VPP growth.
- $2.6B debt and $2.35B equity raises fund infrastructure without balance sheet strain.
What critics are saying
- ERCOT price collapses slash wholesale margins as in Q1 2026 per Raymond James.
- Vistra's nuclear capacity captures NRG's data center contracts within 12-24 months.
- Federal carbon mandates shutter coal plants by 2027, incurring $2B decommissioning costs.
What makes NRG Energy unique
- NRG integrates generation with retail serving 3.7 million customers across North America.
- Acquired Direct Energy in 2020 and Vivint Smart Home in 2022 for diversified revenue.
- Deploys Equilibrium's PowerOS AI for real-time portfolio optimization across assets.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Holidays
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Hybrid Work Options
Employee Discounts
Wellness Program
Company News
NRG Energy has priced concurrent offerings totalling $2.6 billion in senior notes. The offering comprises $500 million in 4.955% senior secured first lien notes due 2031, $1.05 billion in 5.875% senior unsecured notes due 2034, and $1.05 billion in 6.125% senior unsecured notes due 2036. The notes will be guaranteed by NRG's wholly-owned US subsidiaries. The secured notes will be backed by a first priority security interest in property and assets owned by NRG and guarantors. NRG intends to use proceeds from the offerings, alongside a proposed $900 million term loan, to repay revolving credit facility borrowings and fund a tender offer for subsidiary Lightning Power's 7.25% senior secured notes due 2032, plus transaction fees and general corporate purposes.
NRG Energy has expanded its data center power agreements and is acquiring LS Power assets, which will double its generation fleet. The company has contracted approximately 445 megawatts with a 5.4 gigawatt pipeline for energy-intensive computing facilities. NRG has created a Chief Growth and Policy Officer role, appointing Caroline Golin to coordinate growth, regulatory and policy efforts. The company also announced a $500,000 partnership with Vivint to fund educational and community initiatives in West Philadelphia. Trading at $164.07, NRG shares have returned 75.8% over the past year, though year-to-date performance shows a 1.3% decline. The moves position NRG alongside peers like NextEra Energy and Vistra in key US power markets, as the company responds to changing energy demand and regulatory requirements.
NRG Energy has appointed Caroline Golin as chief growth and policy officer in a newly created role. Dr Golin will oversee strategic execution of business initiatives addressing rising energy demand, focusing on data centre opportunities and residential virtual power plant programmes, whilst leading government and regulatory affairs functions. Dr Golin brings over 20 years of experience in market development and energy strategy. She most recently founded and led Envision Energy Advisors, and previously served as global head of energy market development and innovation at Google, where she co-created the company's initiative to operate on carbon-free energy by 2030. She holds a master's degree and PhD from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
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