Behind the Circuit: Meet Irvel Nduva, Senior Software Engineer
At Enode, we're not just writing code. We’re shaping the infrastructure for a zero-carbon energy system. From maintaining millions of EV and charger connections to building the systems that make flexibility possible, his work sits at the core of Enode’s platform.
Meet Irvel Nduva, Senior Software Engineer on our EV Charging team.
In this edition of Behind the Circuit, we talk about his path to Enode, the culture of quality that defines our engineering team, and what it’s like to solve some of the toughest challenges in energy.
From Mexico to Norway, and into the heart of energy tech
Irvel grew up in Mexico, where his passion for technology started early. “It became really clear back in middle school when I would look forward to computer class,” he says. “Assignments didn’t feel like work, and I loved figuring out how to bypass the lockdown software that stopped us from installing games. Since then, I’ve always enjoyed playing with computers.”
He studied computer engineering at Tec de Monterrey, where a co-op program gave him hands-on experience across roles in systems engineering, backend and machine learning. After graduating, he joined the YouTube Knowledge team at Google, before moving to Norway to be closer to his partner, and to take on a new kind of challenge.
“I was excited about the opportunity to work in a startup,” he says. “I wanted to ship a lot of code and have a tangible impact on solving real-world problems. When I moved to Norway, it became obvious how electrification is the future. It just makes sense. With Enode, there’s a real shot at accelerating that transition.”
Building the foundation for flexibility
Irvel is part of the EV Charging team, which plays a crucial role in connecting electric vehicles and chargers to the energy ecosystem. “We maintain the EV and charger integrations, along with the platform backend and API layer,” he explains. “We oversee millions of commands sent to thousands of devices that need to be executed as fast as possible. This is what makes flexibility possible and solves a key challenge with intermittent renewable energy sources.”
When asked to describe his team, he doesn’t hesitate: “Pragmatic, nimble and caring.”
That balance of speed and thoughtfulness defines how the team works. “We typically distribute tasks where there’s a high degree of certainty and come together in working groups when more exploration is needed,” he says. “There’s a lot of brainstorming, huddles and pair programming. We figure things out together.”
Engineering with purpose
Irvel’s favorite part of Enode’s engineering culture is the emphasis on quality and pragmatism. “We want our software to work better than anything out there, and we’re always pushing to improve it. We’re not afraid of big challenges despite our small size.”
One example is the harmonization engine his team recently built. “It merges different streams of time series data that aren’t guaranteed to be synchronized or consistent,” he says. “That’s a tough technical problem with huge implications for flexibility.”
Another recent highlight is his team’s work on EV Charger Dynamic Pairing, which improves how devices connect and communicate with each other. Together, these projects strengthen the foundation that makes large-scale energy flexibility possible, ensuring that every connected vehicle and charger can play its part in a smarter, cleaner grid.
As for personal growth, Enode has given him space to expand beyond just engineering. “I’ve learned to focus on every aspect of the job, from code to product design to customer satisfaction to team building. There’s a lot of freedom to learn new technologies and tools. Coming from a more process-heavy environment, I’ve enjoyed becoming more nimble and sharpening my skills.”
He credits Enode’s engineering leadership for that growth. “They’ve created a culture where I can bring up crazy ideas and see them come to life. There’s room to experiment and fail. As the company has evolved, leadership has supported me through new roles and shifting responsibilities. They recognize that everyone works differently and create space for people to play to their strengths.”
A team shaping the future of energy
For Irvel, what makes Enode meaningful is the scale and ambition of what’s being built. “We’re filling a real gap in the market and proving it can be done at scale. There’s no instruction manual or ‘how to’ guide. We’re breaking new ground and it’s exciting to see how far we can go.”
He also enjoys the flexibility that comes with a remote-first setup. “Not having to waste time commuting is a big plus,” he laughs. “But remote work also means writing a lot, overcommunicating and asking questions. Don’t be afraid to drop in on a huddle or start one. That’s how things get done here.”
His advice for new joiners? “Everyone embraces the value of openness. Feel free to ask anything.”
