Senior Backend Developer Python (H/F/X) (speaking dutch -- / flemish -- ) - CDI

Help us use technology to make a big green dent in the universe!

Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.

We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. Our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world.

Kraken Customer

What we do: build the most AI-driven, innovative platform for energy management. Kraken is powering the next wave of innovation in the energy industry.

Why we do it: future energy will not look like energy as we know it today. We need to not just think about our future, but build for it. Now.

Our mission is to provide cheaper, greener energy to the European market.

We want to revolutionize the energy business through our people, our platform and our use of data.

Kraken technologies

Kraken Technologies is a company within Octopus Energy Group who are licensing the Kraken platform and operating model to clients across the world.

Our team

All technology is written and maintained by a multi-discipline engineering team of around 450 people globally.

We follow a Kanban-like approach, using Google docs and Asana to specify and manage work; Github, CircleCI and Terraform Enterprise as part of a continuous delivery pipeline.

Our technology

On the server-side, we mainly use Python. Most of our websites are powered by Django, Django-REST-framework and GraphQL (Graphene).

Client-side, we use React, Redux and SASS; our mobile apps are built using native code or React Native.

What you'll do

We have lots of difficult design challenges to solve. Strong attention to detail is essential.

You'll be working for a company that’s fighting climate change.

What you'll have

We're looking for someone with a general interest in technology and problem-solving; someone diligent and thoughtful.

It would be helpful to have experience/expertise in the following:

• Python (minimum 7 y.e.)
• Django (or equiv. web framework)
• Domain modelling
• HTTP and REST APIs
• Writing robust and fault-tolerant software
• Celery and async processing
• Postgres
• Experience in the following would be a bonus:
• AWS
• Terraform, Packer, Consul
• React and Redux
• Fluency in Dutch or Flemish, and at least a B2 level in English

Why else you’ll love it here

- Wondering what the salary is for this position? Ask us! We want to match your experience with the right salary.

- Octopus Energy has a unique culture: we won the award for Best Company to Work For in 2022.

- We want your investment to be rewarded by benefits you really care about!

At Octopus, we're looking for people who are genuinely caring and empathetic. We invite you to apply, whatever your age, gender, marital status, color, disability, pregnancy or parenthood, origin, religious beliefs or sexual orientation.

If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you.

Are you ready for a career with us? Let us know if you require specific accommodations.

Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply.

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