Octopus Energy

Senior Backend Software Engineer (m/w/d)

Berlin, Germany Munich, Germany
PostgreSQL Terraform Python Django API GraphQL
Description
Help us use technology to make a big green dent in the universe!

Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.

We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.

It’s a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.


Kraken Customer

What we do: Build the most AI-driven, innovative, forward-thinking platform for energy management. From optimizing resources to delivering cost-effective, exceptional customer experiences through advanced Customer Information Systems (CIS), billing, meter data management, CRM, and AI-driven communications, Kraken is powering the next wave of innovation in the energy industry.

Why we do it: Future energy will not look like energy as we know it today. We need to not just think about our future, but build for it. Now.

Our team
All technology is written and maintained by a multi-discipline engineering team of around 500 people globally. Our engineers work in ‘super teams’ which are focused on key domains of our platform as well as other innovative products. This also includes server-side, client-side and mobile engineers working closely with UX experts, copywriters and designers. 
 
Teams are empowered to choose a way of working that works for them, often opting for a Kanban-like approach. Notion and Asana are then used to specify and manage work; Github, CircleCI and Terraform Enterprise as part of an immutable-infrastructure, continuous delivery pipeline; and Datadog, Sentry and Cloudwatch to measure performance and monitor production. 
 
Some of our coding conventions are open-source . 
 
Kraken is a great place to learn, work with talented engineers and have a lot of fun.

What you'll do
You’ll be a core contributor to the KrakenFlow workflow management experience, delighting users with powerful features around our drag-n-drop workflow builder, form builder, as well as management & analytics pages that are part of the user-facing platform.

You’ll love this role if you’re excited about coding a lot, in close collaboration with your highly experienced peers as part of a truly global team. You’ll ensure clean software design, choice of right technologies, and participate in building an application to very high standards that is designed for tremendous global impact.

As the team will grow, you’ll onboard other team members, ensure good documentation, clean code and contribute to establishing a great developer experience.

You'll be working for a company that’s fighting climate change.

As a supplier, we're helping people to use greener technology and renewable energy, all helping move the energy market towards a lower carbon future.



What you’ll need:

  • Good communication in English - other languages such as German, French, Italian or Spanish is a plus
  • A general interest in technology and problem-solving; someone diligent and thoughtful. It would be helpful to have experience/expertise in the following (in rough priority order):
  • Python: You should have solid knowledge and experience in Python development to create efficient and scalable backend solutions.
  • Django (or equivalent web framework): You have worked with Django or an equivalent web framework to support and accelerate web application development.
  • Domain modeling: You possess competence in domain modeling and implementing these models into effective backend structures to support complex business logic.
  • HTTP and REST APIs, as well as GraphQL: You have in-depth understanding and hands-on experience in developing and implementing both REST and GraphQL APIs, ensuring efficient communication and flexibility between frontend and backend systems.
  • Writing robust and fault-tolerant software: You can write robust and fault-tolerant software that runs smoothly and reliably even under adverse conditions.
  • Celery and async processing: You have gained experience with Celery and asynchronous processing to efficiently handle tasks in the background and optimize backend performance.
  • Postgres: You have knowledge and experience in working with Postgres to develop and manage database applications that meet scalability, performance, and data integrity requirements.

Our Benefits:

    An internationally positioned team with flat hierarchies and open and transparent communication
    We rely on flexible working hours
    Share options: You will have the opportunity to participate in the international success of Octopus Energy Group Ltd. through share options.
    Language connects: Take your English skills to the next level with Preply, our corporate language training provider
    For more exercise: Lease your favourite bicycle from us at a low price
    For a healthy work-life balance: train with Wellpass in over 6000 sports and health facilities all over Germany
    Eating makes you happy: We'll give you a monthly allowance of 108,45€ for your daily lunch (easily via app).
    For a relaxed commute to work: We reimburse you for public transport costs
    One less thing to worry about: we'll cover some of your childcare costs
    Whether online or offline - team cohesion and joint events are part of our everyday working life
    A stylish working environment in our Berlin office close to Moritzplatz in Kreuzberg, or Munich in our office close to Ostbahnhof
    For a secure future: the opportunity to take out a company pension scheme through us
If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
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