Senior Software & Data Engineer (d/f/m)
RWE Offshore Wind
Company Overview
RWE Offshore Wind GmbH, a subsidiary of RWE AG
HeadquartersEssen, Germany
Founded2019
SizeApproximately 20,000 employees (Source: linkedin.com). Revenue for 2023 is still pending.
What They Do
RWE Offshore Wind is a global company specializing in the planning, construction, and operation of offshore wind farms. The technologies include both fixed-bottom and floating wind turbines, enabling the harnessing of wind energy in deeper waters where conventional foundations are not feasible (Source: rwe.com). The company currently operates 19 offshore wind farms with a total capacity of 3.3 gigawatts, making it the second-largest provider in this sector worldwide (Source: pv-magazine.com). RWE Offshore Wind manages the entire value chain of offshore wind projects, from conceptualization and development to operation and maintenance (Source: linkedin.com). A particular focus is on the development of floating offshore wind farms, aiming to have a capacity of 1 GW operational or under construction by 2030 (Source: rwe.com). Additionally, innovative solutions are being developed, such as the world's first recyclable rotor blade, which is being tested at the Kaskasi wind farm (Source: pv-magazine.com).
Projects & Track Record
RWE Offshore Wind operates 19 offshore wind farms in various regions, including significant projects like Triton Knoll and Kaskasi (Source: rwe.com). New projects are currently being constructed in Europe with a total capacity of over 4 GW (Source: pv-magazine.com). In the UK, RWE operates the Humber Gateway and Rampion wind farms, which now utilize cloud-based software for managing offshore wind operations (Source: linkedin.com). In the USA, RWE became the largest license holder in the New York Bight in 2022, with a development area of 3 gigawatts that can potentially power 1.1 million households (Source: rwe.com). Additionally, RWE has established a partnership with the Greek utility company PPC to develop approximately 2 GW of solar projects in Greece (Source: pv-magazine.com).
Current Developments
The parent company RWE Group committed in October 2022 to a complete phase-out of coal by 2030, marking a strategic shift towards renewable energies (Source: rwe.com). As part of the "Growing Green" investment strategy, RWE plans to invest over 50 billion euros in the expansion of offshore wind by 2030, with 15 billion euros earmarked for investments in Germany alone (Source: pv-magazine.com). RWE has introduced a new software management tool called SITE to optimize operations across the global offshore wind fleet (Source: linkedin.com). Furthermore, the company plans to construct approximately 3 GW of "hydrogen-ready" gas power plants to prepare for emerging opportunities in the hydrogen economy (Source: rwe.com).
Working at RWE Offshore Wind
RWE Offshore Wind offers a variety of roles that support the development and operation of offshore wind farms. The company seeks professionals in project management, engineering, construction supervision, operations and maintenance, as well as supply chain management (Source: linkedin.com). The main locations are in Europe (UK, Germany, Denmark, Sweden) and the Americas, with the headquarters in Essen, Germany (Source: rwe.com). RWE is committed to innovation and research in wind energy and is involved in numerous industry initiatives, providing opportunities for professionals in developing industry standards and collaborative projects (Source: pv-magazine.com). The company offers comprehensive services, including maintenance and repair of large wind turbine components, indicating a range of technical and operational support roles (Source: linkedin.com).
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Job Description
The Methods & Tools team enables the digital transformation of RWE Offshore Wind's Engineering department. As a Data & AI Engineer, you will design, build and scale backend applications, databases, APIs and cloud-based solutions that support engineering and renewable energy operations across RWE Offshore Wind. Working closely with Methods and Tools Product Owners and domain experts across Engineering, you will drive platform integration, data governance, AI-enabled solutions and the evolution of resilient, business-critical digital products.
About the role
- Lead the design and maintain scalable backend services, APIs, databases and cloud-native applications.
- Define and drive the integration strategy across tools and data platforms to create centralized and scalable solution frameworks that enable business growth and operational efficiency.
- Enable seamless data exchange and interoperability across functions and operating companies.
- Lead the adoption and advancement of AI-driven automation, analytics and reporting solutions.
- Strengthen data governance and maintain trusted single sources of truth.
- Scale and improve existing tools to increase resilience, reduce risk and maximize business value.
- Collaborate with Product Owners, engineers and subject matter experts to deliver high-impact solutions.
- Drive engineering excellence and best practices across design, testing, documentation and software delivery.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring and coaching across engineering teams, fostering best practices and continuous improvement.
Job requirements and experience
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in backend or software engineering roles.
- Strong Python development skills, including experience with REST APIs.
- Experience with SQL databases; knowledge of NoSQL and vector databases is beneficial.
- Experience with Azure or comparable cloud platforms, including Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with Git, CI/CD, testing, and agile development practices.
- Experience with modern data platforms, preferably Databricks, and building AI applications using LLMs, agents, RAG, and workflow orchestration frameworks.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with experience in large, complex enterprise environments; fluent in English.
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters
As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, Japan and Korea. We have already 18 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years' experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to the energy world of tomorrow.
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About the role
August 27, 2026
August 27, 2026
Full time
On-site
Company
- Essen, Germany
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Hamburg, Germany
8+ years
UTC+01:00
