About Us
At Octopus, we’re driven by a commitment to building a sustainable future. As leaders in renewable energy, we go beyond large-scale investments—we invest in people, communities, and a cleaner tomorrow.

Our goal is to revolutionize renewable energy generation, always keeping consumers at the center of our work. From generating our own green energy—offered at discounted rates through our Fan Club—to creating innovative investment models, our development team is dedicated to challenging norms and making a meaningful difference in communities.

What You’ll Do
We’re seeking someone who thrives in the early stages of a project, is passionate about coding, curious, and eager to grow. You’ll be one of the first members of a new backend team focused on building products for our Generation division.

Your first project will be a greenfield initiative in renewable energy and finance—perfect for someone who enjoys starting from scratch, shaping structure, and building systems from the ground up. You’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact, influence the backend’s evolution, and work closely with skilled engineers and a seasoned commercial and project team. It’s a chance to experience the agility of a startup within a rapidly growing global EnTech company.

What You’ll Need

– A passion for building functional, scalable products that customers love, and a mindset for continuous learning and development
– Experience developing web service backends for mobile or web apps using Python/Django
– At least 2 years of experience in the Python ecosystem
– Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate on vision and feature development
– Ability to write reliable, fault-tolerant software
– Familiarity with or interest in learning GraphQL APIs is a plus
– Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, insurance) is a bonus
– Solid understanding of Git
– Experience with continuous integration and deployment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

– 💰 Curious about the salary? Just ask! We discuss compensation openly during recruiter calls to ensure it aligns with your experience. We don’t list salaries because we’re flexible and don’t want it to deter great candidates—we care more about finding the right fit.
– 🎉 Octopus Energy Group has a truly unique culture. We move fast, empower people to make decisions, and work on groundbreaking projects with autonomy. We want your hard work to be rewarded with benefits that matter to you. We were named Best Company to Work For in 2022 and ranked among Glassdoor’s 50 Best Places to Work. Our CEO Greg even recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our teams. We’re also ranked in the top 10 UK companies for senior leadership.
– 🎁 Check out our UK perks hub: Octopus Employee Benefits

Our hiring process typically takes up to four weeks, but we’re flexible and will work around your schedule. You’ll speak with our recruitment team, and your recruiter will guide you through each stage. Have questions? Reach out to us at hiring@octoenergy.com—we’re happy to help!

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. 🚀

Ready to start your journey with us? We want to make sure you have everything you need to thrive. If you need any accommodations or have specific preferences, let us know—we’ll tailor the interview process to make it as comfortable and effective as possible.

Research shows that some people, especially women, may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you’re interested in this role, we encourage you to apply—you might be exactly who we’re looking for. At Octopus, we value honesty, empathy, and integrity. Our people are our greatest strength, and the diverse skills and perspectives they bring are key to our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we’re committed to fairness, inclusivity, and equal opportunities for all.