Manager Application Support

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) programs, a fast-growing segment of the electricity market, enable local governments to supply electricity and related services to customers in their regions, replacing incumbent utilities. These programs rely on complex back-office systems, operations, and data to launch and manage effectively. Calpine Energy Solutions partners with CCAs to deliver these critical services.

The Manager of Application Support will lead a team of 10-15 software developers, including leads, seniors, and juniors, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. This role oversees end-to-end solution architecture and development on the Microsoft Azure platform, driving Agile methodologies to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions. The manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives, monitor team performance, and communicate project status, risks, and solutions to stakeholders. The role also involves mentoring developers, managing budgets, and adapting to shifting priorities while maintaining team focus and morale.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 10-15 software developers, promoting a positive, inclusive, and innovative team culture.
• Monitor team performance, provide constructive feedback, and support professional development.
• Serve as a liaison between business users, application vendors, third-party vendors, and Calpine's IT and DevOps teams.
• Oversee the business unit's technology platform, including solution architecture, technology evolution, and roadmap development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless solution integration and alignment with organizational goals.
• Deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions using Azure tools such as Fabric, Logic Apps, and Azure Functions.
• Leverage expertise in Calpine Energy Solutions' technology and business processes to address complex business challenges.
• Communicate project status, risks, and solutions clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• Identify and drive technical or business improvement initiatives that enhance department performance.
• Analyze project estimates, provide cost projections to management, and ensure alignment with budgets.
• Differentiate between Capex and non-Capex work for accurate financial reporting.
• Manage and adapt to frequent changes in project priorities while maintaining team focus and morale.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 (five) years of experience managing technical teams of 10-15 developers (including leads, seniors, and juniors), with a strong focus on mentoring and performance management. Leadership experience in Agile, cloud-based environments a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent requests and prioritize workloads effectively.
• Strong collaboration skills to work with product managers, DevOps, and business stakeholders.
• Experience aligning technical solutions with business strategies and engaging with senior leadership.
• Skilled in guiding teams through organizational and technical changes with minimal disruption.
• Strong analytical skills to resolve complex technical and operational challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment that encourages innovation and accountability.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and capable of independent learning.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and initiative-taking abilities.
• Knowledge of Calpine Energy Solutions' CCE business is a plus.
• Experience designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud-based architectures.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure, including Fabric, Logic Apps, Azure Functions, and related services.
• Experience with database technologies like Microsoft SQL and maintaining ETL processes.
• Hands-on experience developing software in .NET, Python, or similar frameworks.
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar tools for workflow and progress tracking.
• Knowledge of Azure security best practices, including identity management and compliance.
• Experience implementing AI systems is a plus.
• Expertise in optimizing Azure-based solutions for performance, cost, and scalability along with proficiency in monitoring and managing resource costs using tools like Azure Cost Management.
• Extensive experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban), including sprint planning, backlog management, and retrospectives.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

Salary Information - Position eligible for annual bonus.

Salary range $114,914.90 - $169,499.65

Additional Calpine Information

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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