Mid Software Engineer (w/m/d)

United States Digital Space LLC; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

International team

Flexible hours

Share options

Hybrid work

Language training

Bike lease

Wellness program

Lunch allowance

Public transport reimbursement

Childcare support

Team events

Office environment

Company pension

Zusammenfassung

United States Digital Space LLC in Berlin is seeking a talented backend engineer to help build scalable services in Python with Django. You’ll design domain models, implement REST and GraphQL APIs, and ensure robust, fault-tolerant software as part of a global team.

You’ll collaborate across disciplines, onboard new teammates, document code, and contribute to an energy-focused SaaS platform with hybrid office options in Berlin or Munich.

Qualifikationen

• Fluency in English and German; additional languages are a plus.
• Solid knowledge of Python development for backend systems.
• Experience with Django or an equivalent web framework.
• Competence in domain modeling and implementing models for business logic.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs and GraphQL.
• Ability to write robust, fault-tolerant software.
• Experience with Celery and asynchronous processing.
• Knowledge of Postgres for scalable data management.

Aufgaben

• Code a lot in Python and ensure clean software design with scalable backend solutions.
• Collaborate with peers globally, onboard new team members, and maintain good documentation.
• Build high-quality APIs (REST/GraphQL) and ensure reliable performance.
• Contribute to a company fighting climate change and delivering greener energy tech.

Kenntnisse

English and German fluency

Python

Django

Domain modeling

REST APIs

GraphQL

HTTP

Celery

Postgres

Tools

Django

Celery

Postgres

Jobbeschreibung

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

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

We create the technology that redefines utilities and unlocks a new energy system of the future. By optimising renewable generation, building a more intelligent grid, and empowering utilities to deliver an exceptional customer experience, our operating system is transforming the industry worldwide.

It’s an incredibly exciting time to work in energy. Join us on our mission to improve the lives of ONE BILLION humans within the decade and shape a cleaner, better future for everyone.

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

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

We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.

It’s a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.

Our the company Team

All technology is written and maintained by a multi-discipline engineering team of around 500 people globally. Our engineers work in ‘super teams’ which are focused on key domains of our platform as well as other innovative products. This also includes server-side, client-side and mobile engineers working closely with UX experts, copywriters and designers.

Teams are empowered to choose a way of working that works for them, often opting for a Kanban-like approach. Notion and Asana are then used to specify and manage work; Github, CircleCI and Terraform Enterprise as part of an immutable-infrastructure, continuous delivery pipeline; and Datadog, Sentry and Cloudwatch to measure performance and monitor production.

Some of our coding conventions are open-source .

the company is a great place to learn, work with talented engineers and have a lot of fun.

What you’ll do

You’ll love this role if you’re excited about coding a lot, in close collaboration with your highly experienced peers as part of a truly global team. You’ll ensure clean software design, choice of right technologies, and participate in building an application to very high standards that is designed for tremendous global impact.

As the team will grow, you’ll onboard other team members, ensure good documentation, clean code and contribute to establishing a great developer experience.

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

As a SaaS company, we’re helping people to use greener technology and renewable energy, all helping move the energy market towards a lower carbon future.

What you’ll need:

• Fluency and good communication in English and German, French, Italian or Spanish is a plus
• A general interest in technology and problem-solving; someone diligent and thoughtful. It would be helpful to have experience/expertise in the following (in rough priority order):
• Python: You should have solid knowledge and experience in Python development to create efficient and scalable backend solutions.
• Django (or equivalent web framework): You have worked with Django or an equivalent web framework to support and accelerate web application development.
• Domain modeling: You possess competence in domain modeling and implementing these models into effective backend structures to support complex business logic.
• HTTP and REST APIs, as well as GraphQL: You have in-depth understanding and hands-on experience in developing and implementing both REST and GraphQL APIs, ensuring efficient communication and flexibility between frontend and backend systems.
• Writing robust and fault-tolerant software: You can write robust and fault-tolerant software that runs smoothly and reliably even under adverse conditions.
• Celery and async processing: You have gained experience with Celery and asynchronous processing to efficiently handle tasks in the background and optimize backend performance.
• Postgres: You have knowledge and experience in working with Postgres to develop and manage database applications that meet scalability, performance, and data integrity requirements.

Our Benefits:

• An internationally positioned team with flat hierarchies and open and transparent communication
• We rely on flexible working hours
• Share options: You will have the opportunity to participate in the international success of Octopus Energy Group Ltd. through share options.
• Hybrid work: Whether you want to come to the office or stay at home, we’re flexible!
• Language connects: Take your English skills to the next level with Udemy, our corporate language training provider
• For more exercise: Lease your favourite bicycle from us at a low price
• For a healthy work-life balance: train with Wellpass in over 6000 sports and health facilities all over Germany
• Eating makes you happy: We’ll give you a monthly allowance of 108,45€ for your daily lunch (easily via app).
• For a relaxed commute to work: We reimburse you for public transport costs
• One less thing to worry about: we’ll cover some of your childcare costs
• Whether online or offline - team cohesion and joint events are part of our everyday working life
• A stylish working environment in our Berlin office close to Prenzlauer Berg, or Munich in our office close to Ostbahnhof
• For a secure future: the opportunity to take out a company pension scheme through us

the company is a certified Great Place to Work in France, Germany, Spain, Japan, Australia, and USA. In the UK we are one of the Best Workplaces on Glassdoor with a score of 4.5, and in Germany we rate 4.7 on Kununu as a Top Company. Check out our Welcome to the Jungle site (FR/EN) to learn more about our teams and culture.

*Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across the company, we’re looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. We consider all applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.*

Please note that, in line with our current recruitment policy, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position; applicants must have the right to work in the country that they’re applying to, at the time of application.