Junior Frontend Entwickler*in (m/w/d) at Octopus Energy

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Octopus Energy Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Energy, Renewable Energy, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • First exposure to our Tech-Stack (Typescript, React & Next.js, GraphQL, CSS-in-JS like PandaCSS, Vitest/React Testing Library/Playwright, Monorepo) or motivation to quickly and committedly familiarize yourself with it
  • Ability to independently develop thoughtful solutions from problems and challenges, even without rigid specifications
  • Perseverance and curiosity: You dive deep into topics but know when to seek support
  • Trained eye for accessibility – ensuring what you build is accessible to all people
  • First practical experience in development, e.g., through university projects, open-source contributions, or personal hobby projects
  • Strong team spirit
  • Fluent in German and/or English (C1 level)
  • Nice to have
  • Knowledge of Python (preferred backend language)
  • Experience in the energy sector
  • Conscious and responsible use of LLMs for coding support: You stay in control – AI is your tool, not the other way around

Responsibilities

  • (Not explicitly listed in the job description; position involves real responsibility and co-shaping products as a Junior Frontend Developer, working closely with Marketing, Operations, and Data teams to build impactful, accessible frontend solutions using the specified tech stack.)

Skills

TypeScript
React
Next.js
GraphQL
Vercel
CSS-in-JS
PandaCSS
Styled Components
Vitest
React Testing Library
Accessibility

Octopus Energy

Provides affordable green energy solutions

About Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company focuses on the renewable energy market and utilizes technology and data to enhance its services. Its main product offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer experience. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes sustainability and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting the use of renewable resources.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$2,476.6MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Flexible Work Hours
Company Equity
OE Group Share Scheme

Risks

Increased competition in renewable energy may impact market share.
Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus to geopolitical risks.
£3 billion repayment to UK government could strain financial resources.

Differentiation

Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.
The company leads in electric aircraft charging with AeroVolt collaboration.
Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and Japan.

Upsides

'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the UK.
Partnership with Energisa opens South American renewable energy market.
Investment in Ocergy enhances offshore wind capabilities globally.

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