Octopus Energy
Octopus Energy is a global renewable energy company, focused on providing clean, sustainable energy.
Develop and maintain backend services for Octopus Energy's business team.
2 days ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
3,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Retail energy supply
Business energy supply
Energy services
Electric vehicle services
Energy generation
Heating services
Energy software services
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Energy
Renewable Energy
Wind
Solar
Hydropower
Smart Homes
Role
Description
backend development
system architecture
api development
async pipelines
distributed systems
team collaboration
- Build backend services with Python and a Django‑style web framework.
- Design distributed systems and shape long‑term architecture for reliability.
- Implement HTTP/REST and GraphQL APIs and ensure they are fault‑tolerant.
- Develop asynchronous processing pipelines using Celery.
- Collaborate with product, marketing, operations and data teams to deliver green‑energy solutions.
Requirements
postgresql
aws
terraform
python/django
celery
agile
The ideal candidate is curious about technology, diligent and thoughtful, with strong Python/Django experience, domain modelling, distributed‑system design, API development, robust fault‑tolerant coding, Celery/async processing and PostgreSQL; experience with AWS, Terraform, Packer and Consul is a bonus.
- Manage data storage with PostgreSQL; cloud infrastructure experience (AWS, Terraform, Packer, Consul) is a plus.
- Thrive in a flat, agile environment that rewards autonomy and creativity.
- Flexible work location: London preferred, UK remote considered.
Benefits
Octopus offers a flexible salary that matches experience, a culture recognized as a top workplace, a wide range of employee perks, and a commitment to inclusive hiring and accommodation.
- Receive a market‑aligned salary and access to Octopus’s employee benefits hub.
- Join an inclusive, equal‑opportunity employer that provides accommodations as needed.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a mission to disrupt the energy sector with clean and affordable solutions.
- Revolutionized the way consumers access renewable energy by making it easier and cheaper to switch to green energy.
- A leader in the UK’s transition to renewable energy, specializing in solar, wind, and other clean technologies.
- Through innovative technology and a customer-first approach, the company scales up energy solutions for homes and businesses.
- Operates in multiple countries, providing both residential and commercial clients with green power and smart energy services.
- Created a cutting-edge energy platform, Octopus Energy Power, that optimizes energy use and reduces costs.
- Focuses on using technology to simplify energy management and reduce carbon footprints for consumers worldwide.
- In addition to supplying energy, Octopus invests heavily in infrastructure to drive the future of energy generation and storage.
- Has an impressive portfolio of projects that span across solar and wind farms, creating a large impact on the renewable energy landscape.
- Known for a commitment to reducing reliance on fossil fuels while maintaining reliable and cost-effective energy solutions.
Culture + Values
- Be humble and stay curious. Let go of ego. Seek to learn, always.
- Level up the team. Invest in others. Celebrate wins. Share the credit.
- Communicate directly, and with anyone. Be clear, candid, and kind—regardless of title.
- Aim for the greater good. Act in service of the team, the company, and our mission.
- Make it happen. Take ownership. Be resourceful. Deliver.
- Listening to our customers, over following market trends.
- Helping each other, over being efficient individual contributors.
- Doing the right thing by our customers & team, over short‑term gain.
- Doing a smaller number of things at high quality, over trying to do everything or arbitrary deadlines.
- A bias for action, over risk aversion, or the pursuit of the perfect plan.
- Encouraging straight‑forward, honest and transparent communication.
- Nurturing a culture of autonomy, empowerment and trust.
Environment + Sustainability
Inclusion & Diversity
8,300 Employees
Global Workforce
Approximately 8,300 employees across the globe.
50% Female
Gender Representation
Approximately 50% of global staff identify as female, with 45% representation in tech roles, according to third-party data sources.
100% Remote
Field Roles
All field roles are available for remote work.
- Equal-opportunity employer; hire, promote and treat people based on merits and abilities.
- Engagement platforms: internal via Officevibe and external via Glassdoor.
- All permanent staff own shares or share options.
- Flexible working arrangements including remote work and hybrid models.
- 'Family Dinner' weekly global meetings with CEO and staff for open Q&A.