Full-Time

Head of Engineering

Utilities

Posted on 8/21/2024

Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides affordable green energy solutions

Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation
Energy

Senior, Expert

London, UK

Requires in-office presence in Oxford Circus 2 days a week.

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Python
React.js
AWS
Terraform
REST APIs
Django
Requirements
  • Technical depth and breadth to drive the future development of the platform
  • Structured problem solving skills to decompose and solve ambiguous problems
  • Ability to hack a quick prototype and to properly architect a system design (and the ability/pragmatism to decide when to do what)
  • Inspirational leadership style and entrepreneurial energy
  • Familiarity with key technology components underpinning Kraken’s stack ie python, django, django-REST-framework, AWS, kubernetes, terraform, react and graphQL, is required
  • Stakeholder management experience.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and scale the Kraken Utilities team, overseeing a talented group of over 30 engineers.
  • Embed a great engineering, problem solving and customer-first culture
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to 5~7 engineering leads to build high-performing teams.
  • Ensure that the engineering team ships consistently high quality, reliable, scalable, secure and performant software.
  • Architect new components of the Kraken platform and drive continuous development to meet evolving client needs.
  • Collaborate with client stakeholders to facilitate smooth migration and adoption of our platform as a service (SaaS).
  • Work closely with the existing Kraken team to help build a consistent platform
  • Collaborate closely with the Telco team to ensure consistency
  • Communicate with a wide range of stakeholders (technical and non technical).

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company focuses on the renewable energy market and utilizes technology and data to enhance its services. Its main product offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer experience. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes sustainability and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting the use of renewable resources.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$2.5B

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the UK.
  • Partnership with Energisa opens South American renewable energy market.
  • Investment in Ocergy enhances offshore wind capabilities globally.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in renewable energy may impact market share.
  • Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus to geopolitical risks.
  • £3 billion repayment to UK government could strain financial resources.

What makes Octopus Energy unique

  • Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.
  • The company leads in electric aircraft charging with AeroVolt collaboration.
  • Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and Japan.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Hours

Company Equity

OE Group Share Scheme

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