Software Engineer (Backend Python)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (Backend Python): Building and optimizing the technical foundations of a global EV charging platform with an accent on critical logic, resilient infrastructure, and partner integrations. Focus on scaling CPO integrations, refining complex pricing logic, and improving system reliability for millions of users.

Location: Hybrid (London, GB)

Company

Octopus Electroverse is building Europe’s largest eMobility charging network to simplify public electric vehicle charging globally.

What you will do

• Build and refine critical paths for OCPI charging sessions, locations, and receipts.
• Develop and evolve complex Tariffs & Pricing logic to improve customer offerings.
• Implement best practices in observability, data analysis, and defensive programming to scale CPO integrations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to propose and implement creative technical solutions.

Requirements

• Must be based in London for hybrid work
• 2+ years of commercial experience with Python.
• Ability to write robust, fault-tolerant, and secure software.
• Strong understanding of databases and data architecture.
• Proficiency with Git.
• Strong communication skills and a product-oriented mindset.

Nice to have

• Experience with Django and building RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience monitoring and debugging distributed systems.
• Understanding of the EV public charging landscape.
• Experience with billing or pricing systems.

Culture & Benefits

• High level of autonomy and a fast-paced environment.
• Recognized as one of the UK's top companies to work for by Sunday Times and Glassdoor.
• Ownership culture with employee co-ownership.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.