Research and develop algorithms that optimize utilization in the Virtual Power Plant through smarter aggregation, disaggregation, and dispatch
Model, implement, and iterate on real-time dispatch optimization and control problems for Flexa's residential battery portfolio
Design and run experiments to evaluate dispatch policies and attribute outcomes against forecasts and market behaviour
Take models from research into reliable production: implement, deliver, and monitor well-engineered, data-driven solutions in our real-time systems on AWS
Opportunity to guide and develop more junior colleagues through design review, code review, and structured feedback
Be part of a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, and other teams across Flexa's partner ecosystem
University degree in a data-driven or analytical field (Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Energy Engineering, or similar quantitative discipline)
5+ years industry experience in applied data science
Mathematical optimization / OR experience. Hands-on with LP/MILP and MPC-style receding-horizon methods
Strong analytics and experimentation discipline — designing experiments and analysing results carefully, including counterfactual and regret reasoning
Energy domain background — markets, batteries, grid; understanding how the physical asset, the market, and the grid interact
Proficiency in Python and software engineering practices: testing, code quality, code review, CI/CD, monitoring, and modular code design
Proven track record of taking models from research into reliable production on AWS (or comparable cloud)
Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills
Cross-functional collaboration mindset across data scientists, software engineers, and partner-company stakeholders
Independent research experience, excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team environment are essential.
Direct experience optimizing battery dispatch, demand response, or aggregated DER portfolios
Hardware or embedded experience, and comfort with real-time / low-latency systems
General machine learning experience — supervised learning, model evaluation, and knowing when ML is (and isn't) the right tool alongside optimization
Control background — MPC, receding-horizon control, or state-space methods for time-coupled decision-making
At Flexa, we are committed to diversity — of backgrounds and experiences. You don’t need 100% of the listed requirements to apply.
Virtual Share Options: We offer virtual share options to all our employees
Professional Development: Annual development budget of 3,000 € for coachings, trainings, books, etc
Health & Sport Subsidy: Company subsidised sports facilities membership or
Public Transportation Subsidy: Monthly subsidy for your public transport ticket
Lunch/Dinner Allowance Vouchers: Allowance for meals on working days as digital meal vouchers
Work Equipment: MacBook, an ergonomic workplace setup, and company-funded access to leading AI development tools so you always have the best tools available
Regular Team Events: Knowledge Sessions, Afterwork, Sports, Offsites, Halloween, Pride Month, etc.
Sébastien Schikora - Chief Technology Officer
Hi there!
I'm Sebastien Schikora, serving as the CTO at Flexa since the beginning. My diverse career journey has provided me with a range of experiences with a deep dive in the energy industry and the functioning of the grid specifically. In the last years, I was:
I'm all about pushing the boundaries of technology and driving progress in our industry. I spent the majority of my career in the Silicon Valley in California and apply a lot of the methods and drive to my workplace here in Munich.
Our team is the basis of our success, and I'm dedicated to fostering a collaborative, innovative and goal driven work environment.
If you're ready to be a part of our international crew and share our vision for groundbreaking tech solutions, I encourage you to explore opportunities within our organization.
Thanks for considering joining us, and I look forward to the possibility of working together to achieve remarkable things.
Best regards,
Sebastien Schikora
If you have any questions, feel free to send an email to talent@flexa.energy
We are looking forward to receiving your application!
flexa is on a mission to build Europe's largest Virtual Power Plant (VPP) in the residential sector together with our partners at Enpal and Entrix.
Our mission is to build and operate a Virtual Power Plant that not only delivers significant energy cost savings but also supports the transition to a 100% renewable electricity future. By offering complete residential energy systems at competitive prices and strategically tapping into multiple revenue streams, we are well-positioned to provide substantial real-world savings to our customers. This approach enhances customer satisfaction as they experience the full benefits of an electrified, energy-generating home.
Through a deep integration into the installed hardware and a direct connection to the customer interfaces, flexa’s AI-based solution controls the energy assets (such as EV, heat pump, home storage, and others) of a decentralized energy community with an exceptional level of accuracy, speed, transparency, and thus customer satisfaction. With intelligent algorithms, flexa maximizes customers’ usable flexibility and its returns on energy markets while considering costs, such as grid fees and asset degradation.
We are rapidly growing our team and are hiring experienced tech professionals interested in revolutionizing the energy sector. We are looking forward to receiving your application!
