Backend Developer

• The passion to create something functional, scalable and loved by customers - with the mindset to learn and grow with the company
• Experience in the creation of the web service backend for a mobile or web app using Python/Django
• A strong understanding of the Python ecosystem with 2+ years of experience
• An ability to discuss vision and features within a team and propose creative solutions
• An ability to write robust and fault-tolerant software
• Knowledge of (or a desire to learn) GraphQL APIs is a plus
• Experience of developing software in a regulated industry is a plus (e.g. banking, insurance, healthcare, investments)
• Proficient understanding of Git
• Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment

At Octopus we're passionate about powering a sustainable future. As pioneers in the renewable energy space, we don't just invest in utility scale projects; we invest in people, communities and a greener tomorrow. We're on a mission to transform the renewable energy generation space with consumers at the heart of everything we do. From producing our own green energy, which powers homes at discounted rates through our Fan Club to developing new investment models, our development team is passionate about challenging the status quo and making a positive impact for the community. What you'll do We're looking for someone who enjoys getting stuck into the early stages of a project, who's passionate about code, curious, and eager to learn. You'll be one of the founding members of a new backend team that builds products for our Generation areas. Your initial mission will be on a greenfield project in the renewable generation & financial space - suitable for someone who enjoys getting stuck in from the very beginning, being part of structural thinking and developing from the ground up. You'll have the chance to make a huge impact and influence how the backend grows to meet new challenges, whilst working alongside talented engineers and supported by an experienced commercial & project team. Overall, it's an exciting opportunity to work like a start-up within a global scaling EnTech business.