Crown Interactive delivers innovative, cost-effective, service aggregation solutions to the Telecom, Media and Technology-based sectors. Starting in 2005, this London-based business has gained ground-breaking expertise integrating business systems with evolving information technology. Based on the local demands of emerging markets, a new operation has been launched with its head office in Lagos, Nigeria. We also have a base in Washington DC. Our uniquely qualified and highly skilled team includes a diverse make-up of international technology professionals. The company is guided by our operating principles of professionalism, integrity, efficiency, innovation, and unsurpassed customer service. Crown Interactive is launching a world-class Service Aggregator platform in Nigeria using cutting-edge Business Support Systems (BSS) platform. The service offering includes comprehensive order-to-cash services for local and international service providers who are seeking to outsource their business support systems with a minimum of capital expenditure. Additionally, Crown Interactive has established a Nigerian-based products operation with exclusive distribution rights to provide highly innovative 3G data and voice Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) for individual consumers and small-to-medium businesses.
Job overview
- Are you passionate about building scalable, high-performing applications that transform how the power and electricity sector operates?
- We are looking for a Software Engineer – Java to join our innovative development team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge software solutions that power our electricity distribution (DISCO) and energy management systems, including metering, billing, customer service, and data analytics platforms.
- You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure, and efficient applications that enable utility companies to enhance operational performance, customer experience, and revenue assurance.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable software solutions for electricity distribution and energy management systems.
- Collaborate with product managers, solution architects, and business analysts to translate DISCO operational requirements into functional software designs.
- Develop integration layers between software applications and smart meters, GIS systems, CRM, and ERP platforms.
- Optimize system performance and reliability for handling large datasets from smart grids and metering infrastructure.
- Implement robust data analytics and reporting modules for energy consumption, loss detection, and revenue assurance.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards (e.g., NERC, ISO).
- Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.
- Provide technical support for solution deployment and troubleshoot post-deployment issues for DISCO clients.
- Stay updated with the latest technologies in IoT, SCADA, data analytics, and power automation systems relevant to electricity utilities.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Java
- Javascript
- Strong knowledge and understanding with Object-Oriented Principles
- Spring-Boot
- Java EE
- Experienced in developing enterprise-level web applications and RESTful APIs using cloud-based architecture
- MySQL
- Single Sign – On Technology
- Enterprise platforms
- DevOPS
- Familiarity SAAS Application deployment
Experience and Qualifications
- First degree in Computer Science, Engineering or technical skills required for this role
- Minimum of 5 – 6 years of software development experience, preferably in energy, power, or utilities-focused software projects.
- Proven experience with software solutions for power distribution, metering, or energy billing systems.
- Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages: Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript (Node.js, React, or Angular).
- Experience working with databases (SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and API integration.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps tools (Git, Docker, Jenkins).
- Understanding of IoT protocols, data streaming, and integration with metering infrastructure (AMI/MDMS) is an added advantage.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
Perks & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Sales referral bonus incentives
- Flexible work arrangements
- Health, wellness, and professional development programs.
Method of application
Meet the Qualifications? Email your CV to [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.