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Senior Software Engineer

Kraken
London, United Kingdom
Full Time
Posted November 13, 2025
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Job Description

A Senior Software Engineer responsible for developing and maintaining energy management platforms using technologies like Python, Django, and AWS, contributing to innovative solutions for a sustainable energy future.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain server-side applications using Python, Django, Django-REST-framework, and GraphQL.
  • Implement and manage infrastructure using AWS, Terraform, Packer, and Consul as part of continuous deployment pipelines.
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams including client-side and mobile engineers, UX experts, and designers.
  • Utilize tools like GitHub, CircleCI, Datadog, Sentry, and Cloudwatch to monitor performance and ensure reliable production systems.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer or in a similar senior engineering role with a strong track record of developing and maintaining software systems.
  • Extensive experience with server-side development primarily using Python, including frameworks such as Django, Django-REST-framework, and GraphQL Graphene.
  • Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, specifically heavy usage of AWS services and tools such as Packer, Consul, and Terraform, as part of a continuous deployment pipeline.
  • Experience with implementing and managing continuous delivery pipelines, including practices like immutable infrastructure and deployment automation.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and performance measurement tools such as Datadog, Sentry, and Cloudwatch to monitor production environments.
  • Ability to work within a multi-discipline engineering team, collaborating with client-side, mobile engineers, UX experts, copywriters, and designers.
  • Experience working with development tools and platforms such as GitHub, CircleCI, and Asana for managing work and version control.
  • Knowledge of health check mechanisms and continuous delivery practices, including experience with Django and ELB health checks.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop scalable, reliable, and efficient software solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively within a team and across disciplines.
  • A minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in software engineering or related fields.
  • Educational background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits & Perks

Compensation/salary range not specified
Work schedule not specified
Work environment perks include being a certified Great Place to Work in multiple countries and recognized as one of the Best Workplaces on Glassdoor in the UK
Tools and environment provided to unleash potential, including accommodations for specific needs
Opportunities for learning and skill development by working with talented engineers

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