NRG Energy, Inc.

Design and build conversational and audio AI experiences with real-time speech and multimodal systems. | Requires experience in speech-to-text, text-to-speech, conversational AI, strong Python skills, and integration of LLMs into production. | About This Role We are seeking a Sr Audio Intelligence Engineer to build conversational and audio AI experiences for the smart home. This role will develop real-time speech, audio understanding, and multimodal interaction systems across mobile, panel, camera, and future agentic experiences. In this role, you will be responsible to: • Design and build conversational and audio AI experiences using STT, TTS, LLMs, audio understanding, and multimodal context. • Optimize latency, reliability, privacy, grounding, and user experience for real-time interactions. • Build evaluation frameworks for conversational quality, task completion, audio understanding, customer satisfaction, and safety. • Integrate audio intelligence with agentic tool use, memory, personalization, and smart-home context. • Evaluate and benchmark emerging speech, audio, and multimodal AI technologies. • Deploy and monitor production audio and conversational AI services at scale. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, AI/ML, or a related technical field, and 5+ years of professional experience in software development, applied science, or ML engineering; or • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, AI/ML, or a related technical field, and 2+ years of professional experience in software development, applied science, or ML engineering • Experience with speech-to-text, text-to-speech, audio understanding, or conversational AI systems • Strong Python software engineering skills • Experience integrating LLMs or multimodal models into production applications • Familiarity with prompt engineering, evaluation, conversation design, latency optimization, and cloud AI services • Experience with Git, CI/CD, production monitoring, and cross-functional product collaboration Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with wake word, streaming audio, real-time inference, ASR/NLU frameworks, or ambient sound classification • Experience building consumer-facing voice, assistant, smart-home, or conversational products • Familiarity with edge AI, embedded devices, IoT, Linux-based systems, or hybrid edge/cloud architectures • Experience with privacy-aware audio systems, grounding, safety, and customer-trust mechanisms • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, GCP/AWS, or scalable AI service deployment The base salary range for this position is: $150K to $ 180K. The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition the position may be eligible to participate in the benefits program which include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts. NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Lead and coordinate change initiatives to drive organizational transformation by developing strategies, conducting impact assessments, engaging stakeholders, and supporting leadership. | Requires 5+ years experience, bachelor's degree, strong communication and stakeholder management skills, and familiarity with change management frameworks; certification preferred. | As an NRG employee, we encourage you to take charge of your career and development journey. We invite you to explore exciting opportunities across our businesses. You'll find that our dynamic work environment provides variety and challenge. Your growth is key to our ongoing success-take the lead in shaping your career development, goals and future! Job Summary: The Change Management Manager is responsible for helping lead and coordinate change initiatives that drive organizational transformation. This role ensures that changes are effectively implemented and adopted by employees, minimizing resistance and maximizing engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in change management methodologies, stakeholder engagement, communications, and project execution. Key Responsibilities: • Support the development and execution of change management strategies and plans that support business transformation initiatives. • Conduct impact assessments and readiness evaluations to identify change risks and mitigation strategies. • Collaborate with project teams and relevant stakeholders, Talent, and leadership to integrate change management activities into project plans. • Support stakeholder engagement efforts, including communication, training, and support strategies. • Monitor and measure the effectiveness of change initiatives and adjust plans as needed. • Coach and support senior leaders and managers in their role as change sponsors. • Help build and maintain a change agent network to support local adoption and feedback loops. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Business, Organizational Development, Psychology, Public Relations or related field. • 5+ years of professional work experience • Experience with internal communication tools (e.g., SharePoint, Yammer, Slack, email platforms). • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and influence stakeholders at all levels. • Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. • Experience working in cross-functional teams and matrixed organizations. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in change management, organizational development, or transformation roles. • Familiarity with change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter, Prosci). • Change Management certification (e.g., Prosci, CCMP). • Experience in large-scale digital transformation or M&A communications. • Knowledge of employee engagement and culture-building strategies. NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills. Official description on file with Talent. Nearest Major Market: Houston