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Socket.dev

AP/AR Specialist

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Solar plants generate electricity the grid can't take: clipped by inverters, curtailed by operators ... Administer our corporate card and spend program (we use Ramp): receipt compliance, coding, and ...

PetsApp

AP/AR Specialist

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Solar plants generate electricity the grid can't take: clipped by inverters, curtailed by operators ... Administer our corporate card and spend program (we use Ramp): receipt compliance, coding, and ...

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SOLV Energy

Contracts Manager (Remote)

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$94K - $126K/yr

... scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide. Summary: The ... Lead, mentor, and develop the Contracts Administrator, fostering a culture of excellence and ...

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How much do solar admin jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for solar admin in California is $25.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $23.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a solar admin?

A Solar Admin (Solar Administrator) is responsible for managing administrative tasks in a solar company, including handling permits, coordinating schedules, processing paperwork, and supporting the sales and installation teams. They ensure smooth communication between departments and assist with compliance and documentation. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of the solar industry.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a solar admin?

A Solar Admin’s day often involves managing project documentation, coordinating installation schedules, handling permit and inspection paperwork, and communicating with clients and team members to keep projects on track. You’ll likely be responsible for updating databases, tracking project progress, and assisting with billing or procurement tasks as needed. Working closely with project managers, sales teams, and installers, you serve as a central hub for information flow and problem-solving. This dynamic role requires adaptability and a proactive approach to support seamless solar project execution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a solar admin position?

To thrive as a Solar Admin, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a background in administrative support, ideally with experience in the solar or renewable energy sector. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) software, project management tools, and basic knowledge of solar installation processes is highly valued, and some employers may prefer certifications in office administration or renewable energy fundamentals. Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills set standout candidates apart in this role. These skills are important because Solar Admins maintain efficient project workflows, support team coordination, and ensure that critical documentation and compliance standards are met.

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Infographic showing various Solar Admin job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,097 per year, or $25 per hour.

Sr. Manager, HW and SW System Integration and Architecture

Qcells

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

$180K - $240K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Qcells rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The System Integration Engineering Team is seeking an experienced, bright, self-motivated Sr. Manager of Hardware and Software Integration and Architecture.
The successful candidate will ensure products and systems are integrated between hardware, firmware (embedded SW), cloud, and SW applications to ensure complete synergy of our solutions.
This position will collaborate with product management and both hardware and software developments teams to define technical aspect of product and system requirements for our next generation products including AC Modules, Inverters, Energy Storage Systems (ESS), energy management, home electrification and integrated software for the North American market.
This role will be the key point of contact between the system integration engineering team and the software development team to ensure requirements and solutions will meet the needs of our customers. This role will collaborate on software level roadmaps, validation test plans, and schedules.
Finally, this role will interface with sales and sustaining pre-sales activities and define advanced configurations and applications needed for product launch and for future market needs.
This position reports to the Head System Integration and Architecture Team. This position will be based out of Santa Clara, CA R&D Center. Travel is expected to be 20% to test facilities and Qcells offices.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Collaborate with product management and development teams to ensure requirements meet systems level solution needs.
  • Drive integration and system level planning across HW, FW, SW, and cloud layer.
  • Own solution level product requirements.
  • Own system software level testing for system integration engineering as part of alpha validation phase including commissioning, homeowner application, fleet application, and APIs.
  • Act as lead voice of customer for all UI/UX products and collaborate with product management to ensure delivery of best-in-class solution.
  • Administrator for system integration engineering confluence and Jira platforms.
  • Develop strategy proposals and drive lab testing automation and automated reporting.
  • Support sales teams with pre-sales activities including product overview and training.
  • Stay abreast of industry SW test standards and methods.
  • Stay abreast of solar and storage industry trends and technologies.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • B.S. in Engineering (Electrical, Computer Science) required, MS preferred.
  • 10+ years technical expertise in solar modules, solar inverters, energy storage, and grid-tied /off grid HW and FW/SW systems.
  • Extensive experience in complex system level requirements of features and functions.
  • Extensive experience in end-to-end product level testing of complex systems, including validation of features and functional performance.
  • Experience working with hardware and software development teams.
  • Experience working with field facing sales, support, and sustaining teams.
  • Experience testing apps and user interface tools.
  • Proficiency in programing in python or other languages.
  • Experience defining, reviewing online and print copy documentation is a plus
  • Ability and proven experience to think creatively, learn quickly, and develop innovative solutions.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Well-organized and proven ability to manage both individual and collaborative team projects.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and with multiple teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent leadership, decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Strong communication skills with multi-national teammates in US and other countries
  • Flexible, cross-functional, pro-active, can-do attitude.
  • Proficient in Microsoft suite of products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Proficient in Atlassian suite of SW tools (confluence, JIRA)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Market and competitive intelligence
  • Experience in managing release of products to market
  • Lab and outdoor testing experience
  • Experience in solar and storage SW regulatory compliance
  • Experience testing with 3 rd party products
  • Experience with O&M and installer partners
  • Experience working in a start-up or fast-paced growth environment
  • Experience working in a global company with multi-national teammates in US and other countries
  • Experience working with colleagues with different primary languages

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility
Standing
20% of time
Sitting
70% of time
Walking
10% of time
Strength
Pulling
up to 10 Pounds
Pushing
up to 10 Pounds
Carrying
up to 10 Pounds
Lifting
up to 10 Pounds
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing
F
Handling
F
Reaching
F
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning
F
Twisting
F
Bending
O
Crouching
O
Balancing
N
Climbing
N
Crawling
N
Kneeling
N
The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job's minimum qualifications.
*This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.
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