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Junior Frontend Developer

Leading energy technology (EnTech) company providing green and flexible energy solutions, backed by Generation, the sustainable fund co-chaired by Al Gore.
Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy
Frontend
Entry-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
Energy

Job Description

Octopus Energy, Europe's best-funded green tech start-up, is seeking a Junior Frontend Developer to join their Engineering team. This role is perfect for someone passionate about making energy greener and fairer while working with cutting-edge technology. You'll be part of a team responsible for sites and services used by millions of customers worldwide, developing features for both web and mobile platforms.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on various projects, from time-of-use tariffs to customer-facing applications, in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You'll be working with a modern tech stack including React, TypeScript, and Python, contributing to projects that directly impact customers' experience with energy services.

As part of Octopus Energy Engineering, you'll collaborate across international teams, tackle challenging problems, and help drive the energy revolution forward. The company culture emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and personal growth, with a flexible working environment and meaningful equity participation through their Options Scheme.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable with frontend technologies, have experience in building accessible and scalable websites, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. You'll be joining a company that's been recognized as one of Glassdoor's Best Places to Work and has won multiple awards for their customer service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior developer looking to make a real impact in the green energy sector while working with a supportive team that values personal development and work-life balance. The role offers a combination of technical challenges, environmental impact, and professional growth in a company that's rapidly expanding its global presence.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Junior Frontend Developer

  • Work on different modules including private area and bill management
  • Contribute to customer onboarding optimization
  • Implement marketing projects through dashboards and personal area
  • Develop and integrate new features for website and mobile app
  • Work closely with Octopus Energy UK and various teams

Requirements For Junior Frontend Developer

React
TypeScript
Python
  • Knowledge of React, Next.js, GraphQL & Apollo, Styled Components & SASS, Jest & React Testing Library, TypeScript, Storybook, and Python
  • Experience taking problems and developing strong solutions
  • Confidence tackling large-scale tasks individually
  • An empathetic approach to delegating work and collaborating with others
  • Ability to develop websites that meet strong accessibility guidelines
  • Experience building scalable, performant sites that handle high levels of traffic

Benefits For Junior Frontend Developer

Equity
  • Flexible working environment
  • Equity Options Scheme
  • Development support including internal and external courses
  • Weekly company updates and drinks (Family Dinner)
  • Tech requirements support

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