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Remote (Spain)Octopus Energy Engineering ð - Backend /Full-time /Remoteð Weâre Revolutionizing Energy to Change the WorldAt Octopus Energy, weâre not your typical utility company.Weâre a team of passionate people working every day to make energy 100% renewable, accessible, and fair for everyone.We believe technology and innovation are key drivers of change.Our mission is to transform the way the world consumes energy breaking down barriers, simplifying processes, and delivering a more human and transparent service.Thatâs why our commitment is clear: clean energy should be the norm, not the exception.To achieve this, we combine sustainability with a people-first approach, delivering outstanding service and building a team that shares our vision.? But none of this would be possible without people like you.To keep growing and transforming the energy sector, weâre looking for talent that wants to make a real difference.If you want to be part of this change, bring your energy, and help build a greener future, we want to meet you!!ð What are we looking for?Weâre looking for a Backend Engineer to join a very special team within Octopus Energy.This isnât a traditional dev role.Youâll join an agile, cross-functional team focused on building high-impact MVPs that make life easier for both our internal teams and our customers.Your mission?To identify real business needs, propose practical tech solutions, and bring them to life at speed.If youâre curious, proactive, and passionate about solving real-world problems with code, this is your chance to kick off your tech career by doing meaningful work from day one.Ă We call it the âOctopus EffectâWorking at Octopus Energy means being part of a company where culture and people come first.Ă Weâre committed to flexibility and work-life balance.ð We want you to grow and reach your full potential.ð We believe in a fairer and more sustainable energy model.Weâre waiting for you!ðð§ Usted podrĂa ser el solicitante perfecto para este trabajo.Lea toda la informaciĂłn asociada y asegĂşrese de presentar su candidatura.What youâll doThe Octopus Energy Engineering team is responsible for the sites, services, and tariffs used by millions of customers worldwide.From building cutting-edge time-of-use tariffs to gamifying user experiences, we tackle a wide variety of exciting challenges to push the energy revolution forward.Our teams are multi-disciplined and collaborate internationally, meaning youâll have the support and resources to collaborate with top-tier talent and deliver high-impact global solutions.As a Backend Engineer in this team, you will:Collaborate internationally: Work closely with Octopus Energy ES and various global teams to develop and integrate new features for our website and mobile app.Own key product modules: Contribute directly to the private area, bill management, saving sessions, customer onboarding optimization, and marketing dashboards.Drive fast-paced impact: Deliver code that directly impacts customers.Our priorities adapt to real-world needs, meaning the pace is fast and the feedback cycle is satisfyingly quick.Thrive in an agile culture: Enjoy flat hierarchies and an open environment that fosters innovation, flexibility, and creativity.? Come as you are: At Octopus, we believe that diverse teams build better products.We foster an open, collaborative environment where authentic communication and mutual support are key.If you love to connect, share ideas, and solve complex problems alongside a supportive team, youâll fit right in.Ă What youâll need to thriveFluent spoken English is absolutely essential ðð§.The team is international, so English will be the language you use on a daily basis.On the technical side, you should have:Strong professional experience building backend applications with Python.Solid experience with Django (or equivalent robust web frameworks).Deep understanding of Domain Modelling and software architecture.Strong expertise designing and integrating GraphQL & REST APIs.Proven experience writing robust, fault-tolerant, and scalable software.Experience with Celery and asynchronous task processing.Solid handling of relational databases, especially PostgreSQL.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to lead complex issues from concept to production.?2 Nice to have:Experience with cloud platforms and infrastructure (AWS, Terraform, Packer or Consul).Familiarity or exposure to frontend technologies such as React and Next.Js.Familiarity with logging and metric aggregation platforms (DataDog).Ă Why Join Us?Hereâs What We Offerð Location: Remote (Spain)Full-time (40 hours/week)Perks:ð Octopus Energy share optionsð Flexible benefits (meal vouchers, transport, childcare, private health insuranceâŚ)ð Support for electric vehicle purchasesð Pension planð Training and professional developmentð Fun, inclusive and collaborative team cultureð1?2 Regular team events (like our âFamily Dinnersâ)ð Why Youâll Love Working HereAt Octopus Energy, we do things differently.We believe in a workplace where you can be yourself, grow professionally, and feel part of a team that genuinely wants to change the world.Ă Weâre a Great Place to Work!On Glassdoor, weâve been recognized as one of the Top 50 Best Places to Work, and our culture has been highlighted time and again.Ă Want to learn more about how we work?Listen to our CEO in this podcast where he talks about our culture and values.Ă Ready to Join the Change?If youâre excited about building a more sustainable future with us, weâd love to hear from you!ð Send us your CV, and if your profile fits, weâll be in touch.We canât wait to meet you!ðWhere necessary, we sometimes use AI tools to help with parts of our hiring process, like reviewing applications or assessing responses.Weâre lucky to receive a huge amount of interest, so these tools help our recruiters manage that volume, not replace them.Ultimately, every hiring decision (for example, whether to progress your application or not) is always made by a real person in our Talent team.If youâd like to know more about how we use your data, you can reach out to us via email at [email protected].xqysrnh Weâre happy to help!
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Ă What youâll need to thriveFluent spoken English is absolutely essential ðð§. The team is international, so English will be the language you use on a daily basis.On the technical side, you should have:Strong professional experience building backend applications with Python.Solid experience with Django (or equivalent robust web frameworks). Deep understanding of Domain Modelling and software architecture.Strong expertise designing and integrating GraphQL & REST APIs.Proven experience writing robust, fault-tolerant, and scalable software.Experience with Celery and asynchronous task processing.Solid handling of relational databases, especially PostgreSQL.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to lead complex issues from concept to production. ?2 Nice to have:Experience with cloud platforms and infrastructure (AWS, Terraform, Packer or Consul). Familiarity or exposure to frontend technologies such as React and Next.Js.Familiarity with logging and metric aggregation platforms (DataDog). Ă Why Join Us?
Benefits & conditions
Hereâs What We Offerð Location: Remote (Spain)Full-time (40 hours/week)Perks:ð Octopus Energy share optionsð Flexible benefits (meal vouchers, transport, childcare, private health insuranceâŚ)ð Support for electric vehicle purchasesð Pension planð Training and professional developmentð Fun, inclusive and collaborative team cultureð1?2 Regular team events (like our âFamily Dinnersâ)ð Why Youâll Love Working HereAt Octopus Energy, we do things differently. We believe in a workplace where you can be yourself, grow professionally, and feel part of a team that genuinely wants to change the world. Ă Weâre a Great Place to Work! On Glassdoor, weâve been recognized as one of the Top 50 Best Places to Work, and our culture has been highlighted time and again. Ă Want to learn more about how we work? Listen to our CEO in this podcast where he talks about our culture and values. Ă Ready to Join the Change? If youâre excited about building a more sustainable future with us, weâd love to hear from you! ð Send us your CV, and if your profile fits, weâll be in touch.We canât wait to meet you! ðWhere necessary, we sometimes use AI tools to help with parts of our hiring process, like reviewing applications or assessing responses. Weâre lucky to receive a huge amount of interest, so these tools help our recruiters manage that volume, not replace them. Ultimately, every hiring decision (for example, whether to progress your application or not) is always made by a real person in our Talent team. If youâd like to know more about how we use your data, you can reach out to us via email at [email protected]. xqysrnh Weâre happy to help!
About the company
Remote (Spain)Octopus Energy Engineering ð - Backend /Full-time /Remoteð Weâre Revolutionizing Energy to Change the WorldAt Octopus Energy, weâre not your typical utility company. Weâre a team of passionate people working every day to make energy 100% renewable, accessible, and fair for everyone.We believe technology and innovation are key drivers of change. Our mission is to transform the way the world consumes energy breaking down barriers, simplifying processes, and delivering a more human and transparent service.Thatâs why our commitment is clear: clean energy should be the norm, not the exception. To achieve this, we combine sustainability with a people-first approach, delivering outstanding service and building a team that shares our vision. ? But none of this would be possible without people like you. To keep growing and transforming the energy sector, weâre looking for talent that wants to make a real difference. If you want to be part of this change, bring your energy, and help build a greener future, we want to meet you!! ð What are we looking for? Weâre looking for a Backend Engineer to join a very special team within Octopus Energy.This isnât a traditional dev role. Youâll join an agile, cross-functional team focused on building high-impact MVPs that make life easier for both our internal teams and our customers. Your mission? To identify real business needs, propose practical tech solutions, and bring them to life at speed.If youâre curious, proactive, and passionate about solving real-world problems with code, this is your chance to kick off your tech career by doing meaningful work from day one. Ă We call it the âOctopus EffectâWorking at Octopus Energy means being part of a company where culture and people come first. Ă Weâre committed to flexibility and work-life balance. ð We want you to grow and reach your full potential. ð We believe in a fairer and more sustainable energy model.Weâre waiting for you! ðð§ Usted podrĂa ser el solicitante perfecto para este trabajo. Lea toda la informaciĂłn asociada y asegĂşrese de presentar su candidatura. What youâll doThe Octopus Energy Engineering team is responsible for the sites, services, and tariffs used by millions of customers worldwide. From building cutting-edge time-of-use tariffs to gamifying user experiences, we tackle a wide variety of exciting challenges to push the energy revolution forward.Our teams are multi-disciplined and collaborate internationally, meaning youâll have the support and resources to collaborate with top-tier talent and deliver high-impact global solutions. As a Backend Engineer in this team, you will:Collaborate internationally: Work closely with Octopus Energy ES and various global teams to develop and integrate new features for our website and mobile app.Own key product modules: Contribute directly to the private area, bill management, saving sessions, customer onboarding optimization, and marketing dashboards.Drive fast-paced impact: Deliver code that directly impacts customers. Our priorities adapt to real-world needs, meaning the pace is fast and the feedback cycle is satisfyingly quick.Thrive in an agile culture: Enjoy flat hierarchies and an open environment that fosters innovation, flexibility, and creativity. ? Come as you are: At Octopus, we believe that diverse teams build better products. We foster an open, collaborative environment where authentic communication and mutual support are key.
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