Senior Developer Energy Market Simulation Systems (C++C#)

Division : Digital

Department : Energy Operations Digital Systems

Reference number : 12765

Engagement type : Permanent

This is a Permanent Full-Time position based in Mel / Syd / Brisbane.

We are hiring for 2 open positions requiring the same skillset.

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australias independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMOs purpose is to ensure safe reliable and affordable energy today and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this.

We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems and our core values revolve around character commitment and connection .

Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector!

About the Team & the Position

Grid Systems delivers and supports exceptionally reliable real-time systems for 24 / 7 monitoring and control of AEMOs electrical power and gas systems and markets. The team combines expertise in power systems engineering and information technology to enhance operational technology systems for power and gas operation analysis planning simulation and training. Working closely with software vendors the team leads operational technology upgrades replacements and enhancements to meet evolving business needs.

The AEMO Operator Training Simulator is a complex integrated system supporting controller and planner training skills maintenance and system constraint testing. As a Senior Developer / Simulation Systems Support Engineer you will ensure the reliable operation of AEMOs simulation systems by supporting and maintaining high-availability market systems and enabling continuous integration and deployment of applications. You will play a key role in operational resilience and market reliability.

Position Responsibilities

• Support and maintain NEM (National Electricity Market) / WEM (Wholesale Electricity Market) and EMS Simulator systems ensuring service level agreements are met.
• Automate deployment and monitoring of Market and EMS applications in simulation environments leveraging modern DevOps and scripting tools.
• Provide detailed advice and recommendations for simulation system design and architecture including emerging technologies such as cloud-based simulation and containerization (e.g. Docker Kubernetes).
• Analyse design develop and test Grid Systems software enhancements and in-house applications for simulation environments.
• Document and maintain up-to-date simulation systems integration maintenance and operating procedures.
• Lead coach and mentor team members fostering a culture of continuous learning knowledge sharing and professional growth.
• Develop and maintain effective professional relationships with AEMO teams and external stakeholders translating technical results into business insights.
• Provide 24 / 7 support as part of a Grid Systems on-call roster.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects and support onboarding of new staff

Position Requirements

Skills & Experience :

Energy Wholesale Market systems

Education / professional Certifications :

In return some of our benefits to you

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander.

If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process simply let us know by emailing us at

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Business Development,Front End,Bricklayer,Ftp,KYC

Employment Type : Unclear

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1