The Role
The Backend Developer will work on developing backend services using Python and web frameworks, collaborating through REST APIs and Git. Responsibilities include maintaining code documentation and supporting the energy sector's digital transformation.
Summary Generated by Built In
Octopus Energy started in the UK with a bold idea: to become the first truly digital energy supplier.
With cutting-edge technology and amazing people who are passionate about customers and the energy transition, we succeeded and today we are one of the UK’s largest energy providers.
In 2020, we took the next step and expanded to Germany. Since then, we have been supplying customers here with electricity and gas – clean, fair, and transparent. Today, we serve over one million energy customers in Germany. At the same time, we are driving the green energy transition forward: from easy switching to heat pumps and smart meters to intelligent tariffs that make everyday life easier.
At Octopus Tech, you’ll have real ownership, variety, and the chance to shape products that make a tangible difference in people’s lives – lowering bills, enabling greener living, and delivering experiences customers genuinely love. You’ll work side by side with teams across marketing, operations, and data, and see the impact of your work in the real world, fast.
If this sounds exciting, we’d love to chat. 💚
What You'll Have
- Hands-on experience with Python and any web framework - Django is a plus
- Experience working with REST APIs - GraphQL is a plus
- Experience collaborating on codebases using Git
- Ability to communicate in English (participating in meetings and discussions, reading and writing) as well as strong German language skills, both written and spoken, as German is the company’s primary working language
- Have knowledge of database management and SQL
- Interest in environmental issues and the energy industry
- Be able to write technical specifications and maintain clear, concise code documentation
- Some knowledge of Datadog and/or Sentry
Overall, we're looking for someone with a general interest in technology and problem-solving; someone diligent and thoughtful.
Any of the following would be a bonus:
Perks and Benefits
- Monthly public transport subsidy
- Monthly lunch allowance
- Discounted bike leasing
- Company pension plan
- Share options from Octopus Energy Group Ltd.
- Advice and support for childcare via HeyNanny
- Monthly childcare allowance
- Parental leave bonus: We top up your parental allowance for 3 months so you can enjoy your parental leave more comfortably
- Subsidies for fitness programs via Wellpass
- Support for your mental well-being with our partner Open Up
- Attractive training and career development opportunities
- Free language courses via Busuu
- Regular in-house tech talks
- Participation in conferences, meet-ups and trade fairs
- Reading and discussing tech books in our book club
- Possibilities to explore other domains that aren’t directly related to your day to day work
Your further development is important to us, which is why we offer you:
We are a great place to learn, work with talented engineers and have a lot of fun. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. We are aware that some groups of people are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire.
Our employees, with their unique skills and perspectives, are the driving force behind our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and commit to an inclusive work environment and fairness for everyone.
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!
Top Skills
Datadog
Django
Git
GraphQL
Python
Rest Apis
Sentry
SQL
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The Company
What We Do
We’re not your typical energy company. We want to change energy for the better by making it greener, smarter, and more affordable for everyone. Not only are we one of the biggest generators of renewable energy in the UK, we’re also one of the top-rated energy suppliers.
