Kristin Vidi
About Kristin Vidi
Kristin Vidi is a Lead Software Developer specializing in Data Engineering at Clir Renewables, where she focuses on optimizing wind and solar data to enhance asset performance. With a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in various software technologies, she has contributed to the renewable energy sector since 2018.
Current Role as Lead Software Developer
Kristin Vidi currently serves as the Lead Software Developer in Data Engineering at Clir Renewables. In this role, she focuses on utilizing wind and solar data to identify performance inefficiencies in operating assets. Her expertise in data engineering allows her to lead projects that enhance the efficiency of renewable energy systems. She has been in this position since 2023.
Previous Experience at Clir Renewables
Before her current role, Kristin worked at Clir Renewables in various capacities. She served as an Intermediate Software Developer in Data Engineering from 2021 to 2023, and as a Data Scientist from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, she held the position of Project Engineer for nine months in 2018. Her diverse experience at Clir Renewables has contributed to her understanding of data-driven solutions in the renewable energy sector.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Kristin Vidi studied Mechanical Engineering at The University of British Columbia from 2010 to 2014. This educational foundation has equipped her with the skills necessary to tackle complex software problems, particularly in the context of renewable energy technologies. Her mechanical engineering background supports her analytical approach to data engineering.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Kristin possesses a wide range of technical skills relevant to her role in data engineering. She is proficient in programming languages and technologies including Python, Golang, PostgreSQL, Redshift, MariaDB, and SQL. Additionally, she has experience with cloud services such as AWS, version control with Git, workflow orchestration using Airflow, and containerization with Docker. Her familiarity with methodologies like Test-Driven Development (TDD), Agile, and tools like Jira enhances her effectiveness in software development.
Early Career Experience
Prior to her work at Clir Renewables, Kristin gained experience as a Student Intern in Structures Design at Bombardier Aerospace in 2013. During this two-month internship, she contributed to the Q400 NextGen Turboprop project. She also worked at AMICO Corporation as a Translator and Assistant Sales Representative in 2011 for four months. These early roles provided her with foundational skills in engineering and communication.