Sr. Algorithms Engineer, Grid Modeling, Autobidder

As a Sr Algorithm Engineer (Grid Modeling), you'll play a pivotal part in developing advanced power flow models, including Security-Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED) and Security-Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC), tailored for energy trading applications. Your work will focus on generating alternative forward price views to serve as forecasts for bidding strategies.You'll collaborate with a dynamic team of Machine learning engineers, optimization engineers and market experts to build scalable, production-grade models that integrate fundamental power flow analysis with innovative data-driven approaches. This position offers the opportunity to drive real-world impact towards acceleration of sustainable energy. Expect a fast-paced environment where your expertise in power flow modeling and optimization will directly influence trading decisions.

• Design and implement a Production Cost Model (PCM) with SCUC and SCED formulations to simulate electricity markets and generate forward price forecasts
• Identify and leverage relevant data sources (e.g., grid topology, generation data, load forecasts, supply-side offer and demand-side bid curves, and market reports) while creatively simplifying or approximating unknown variables to ensure model robustness and accuracy
• Develop robust ETL pipelines and curate comprehensive datasets to support the execution, validation, and performance evaluation of the PCM model
• Formulate and solve complex optimization problems using mathematical programming techniques, ensuring models capture key constraints like transmission limits, ramp rates, and reserve requirements
• Integrate fundamental-based models with machine learning techniques to enhance predictive accuracy and adaptability in volatile energy markets
• Develop production-grade software in Python, own the grid modeling component end-to-end, including integration with data pipelines for real-time and batch processing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate models against historical data, perform sensitivity analyses, and iterate on formulations to improve trading outcomes
• Contribute to the scalability and maintainability of Autobidder's algorithms, including debugging, testing, and deploying models in cloud-based environments

• Proficiency in Python with at least 4 years of experience in software development, familiarity with software development practices and writing production-quality code
• Industry experience building power flow models, SCED, and SCUC for energy trading or related applications, with demonstrated expertise in ERCOT or similar wholesale markets
• Deep understanding of the mathematical details of SCED, SCUC, and related optimization formulations like mixed-integer linear programming (MILP)
• Deep knowledge of energy market data sources, grid operations, and trading strategies, with the ability to simplify complex systems for practical implementation
• Proficiency in Python for scientific computing and optimization, with hands-on experience using libraries like Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, and optimization solvers (e.g.Gurobi, XPRESS, GLPK, CPLEX, etc.)
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Prefer experience combining fundamental power systems models with machine learning techniques (e.g., for demand forecasting or anomaly detection) to improve model performance
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent experience

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.