Solutions Engineer

Description

Title: Solutions Engineer

Department: Process Innovation Center

Location: Houston, TX

Supervisor: Program Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Status: Full-Time

Work Status (Remote/Hybrid/In-Office): Hybrid

We are seeking a motivated Solutions Engineer to join our growing Digital team. This role will focus on enhancing and modernizing our existing Python-based workflows hosted on AWS, while developing new integrations between business platforms and incorporating logic that supports operational decision-making. The ideal candidate has a foundation in software development, is eager to learn modern cloud and integration frameworks, and can work closely with non-technical stakeholders to deliver practical, reliable solutions.

This position is Hybrid located in Houston, TX office three days per week and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time. This position is expected to travel up to 5%.

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA) specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Development, Module, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

Python & AWS Development

• Maintain and enhance existing Python scripts hosted in AWS (e.g., Lambda, EC2, or ECS).
• Improve performance, reliability, and scalability of current automation processes.
• Implement error handling, logging, and monitoring best practices.

Systems Integration

• Build and maintain integrations between business platforms (CRM, ERP, project management systems) using APIs, SDKs, and modern integration frameworks.
• Support ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) workflows for data exchange between systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure that integrations align with business workflows.

Business Logic & Automation

• Incorporate business rules and conditional workflows into automated processes.
• Work with business teams to define requirements and translate them into code.
• Ensure that developed solutions improve data accuracy, efficiency, and visibility.

Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Work closely with IT, analytics, and business operations teams to identify opportunities for automation and system improvements.
• Follow software development best practices, including version control, documentation, and code reviews.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend ways to improve tools and processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1–3+ years of professional software development experience (internships or co-op considered for entry-level).
• Proficiency in Python and experience with AWS services (e.g., Lambda, S3, API Gateway, Cloud Watch).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and JSON-based data exchange.
• Understanding…