Senior Backend Engineer (Golang) at Octopus Energy

London, England, United Kingdom

Octopus Energy Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FinTech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Excellent Golang development skills, with the ability to write high-quality, easily testable code
  • Strong database skills
  • Expert in at least one aspect of software development and skilled in other areas
  • Collaborative and a great team player
  • Problem solver with an analytical mindset, excited by complex problems
  • Goal-driven with a bias towards action and getting things done

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate excellent Go development skills, writing high-quality, easily testable code
  • Take refined User Stories and break them down into development sub-tasks
  • Champion software engineering best practices, including automated tests, code refactoring, and code reviews
  • Ensure adherence to coding standards, security guidelines, and compliance requirements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions, working closely with Product Owners
  • Contribute to the development of technical roadmaps and long-term strategies, aligning with business goals
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement

Skills

Golang
Go
Databases
API Development
Unit Testing
Service-Oriented Architecture

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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