At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and build reliable code to tackle exciting sustainability challenges.
- Company: Join a passionate team at a sustainability-focused energy retailer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on the planet while developing your tech skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in Python and web frameworks like Django; strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Help us use technology to make a big green dent in the universe! We’re looking for a talented software engineer to solve exciting challenges for our sustainability‑focused energy retailer client. Our team members are passionate about technology and making a positive impact on the planet. They are self‑motivated, problem‑solvers who love taking initiative and helping others grow while delivering great results for customers and teammates.
What you’ll do:
- Design, build, and maintain high‑performing, reliable code to meet the unique business needs.
- Improve code quality with daily basis small refactoring with better naming, better coupling, better tests.
- Collaborate with stakeholders via Product Manager to automate and improve real‑world processes.
- Strive to find simple, elegant solutions—even for complex, region‑specific requirements.
- Actively contribute to the codebase with a hands‑on, problem‑solving mindset.
- Support fellow engineers by pairing, giving thoughtful design and code reviews, and sharing knowledge to help everyone grow.
- Quickly investigate and resolve technical issues, including working with other teams when our operations or users are impacted.
- Follow a culture of frequent feedback, team retros, and regularly reviewing tools and workflows to keep improving how we work.
- Prioritise delighting both our customers and internal colleagues by designing intuitive, user‑friendly experiences.
- Use monitoring tools (Sentry or Datadog) and identify the issues or discover opportunities to make our application more reliable.
- Place an emphasis on transparency, taking ownership and iterating on processes if something isn’t working—always aiming to deliver quality and value.
What you’ll need:
- Python – experience with at least one web framework (Django, Flask, etc.).
- Domain modelling.
- HTTP and REST APIs.
- Writing robust and error‑resistant code.
- Celery and async processing.
- Postgres.
- Thoughtful problem‑solving with attention to detail.
- Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
Nice‑to‑haves:
- Experience with front‑end applications (React, TypeScript, etc.).
- Experience with GraphQL.
- Experience with AWS infrastructure.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, etc.).
Equal Opportunity Employer: As an equal‑opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Senior Software Engineer (Python/Django) in London employer: United States Digital Space LLC
Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to leveraging technology for sustainability in the energy sector. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment that prioritises personal growth and innovation, while making a tangible impact on the planet. With a strong emphasis on transparency, feedback, and continuous improvement, this role offers you the chance to work with passionate individuals who are committed to delivering exceptional results for both customers and colleagues.
Contact Details:
United States Digital Space LLC Recruitment Team
