Software Engineer

Who we are - our mission:

terralayr addresses the massive deficit in global energy storage.

The over-indexing in the generation of electricity from renewable energy sources leads to a large volatility on the energy grid. The main problem is that wind and solar farms are fluctuating and by definition unsteady - there is no sun at night and it is not always windy. This increases the need for flexibility in the form of battery storage systems to balance the grid in times when supply and demand do not match.
By buying and developing grid scale storage assets, as well as virtually aggregating them across a layer, we are creating the world's first energy cloud. Imagine AWS for energy. Through the flexibility we secure, we can market flexibility-as-a-service and hedging products/power insurance to utilities, SMEs/Industrial players as well as create virtual storage capacity for PV & wind farms.

What we are currently hiring for:

Currently, we are looking for a (senior) software engineer to join our team. While our main office is in Berlin, with a tech hub in London, we are also open to hire fully remote team members - our ambition is to build the best team in the market, irrespective of the location our talents are based.

As part of our Product and Technology team, you will be responsible for developing the backend services that make up our energy flexibility platform. This involves different areas in the stack, from integrating directly with battery systems to the APIs that our customers use to interact with our platform. You will join our engineering team at an early stage with the opportunity to participate in shaping our tech stack and platform.

Successful candidates deeply care about having a positive impact on accelerating the energy transition. We are seeking a candidate who can strike a balance between swift execution and maintaining a high standard of work quality. Our ideal candidate is a team player who successfully collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-performance, and reliable backend systems and services.

Your tasks in more detail:

• Backend Development: Design, implement, and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient backend systems and services using appropriate programming languages (e.g., Python, Go) and frameworks.

• Database Management: Design and optimize databases to ensure efficient data storage, retrieval, and management. Work with various database technologies, such as PostgreSQL and Snowflake.

• API Development: Build and maintain APIs that serve as the communication layer between frontend applications and backend systems. Ensure API security, performance, and adherence to best practices.

• System Architecture: Collaborate with other engineers and architects to design and implement the overall service-based system architecture. Participate in architectural discussions and provide valuable insights.

• Code Quality and Testing: Write clean, maintainable, and testable code. Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality code and share constructive feedback with team members.

• Contribution to Product: Collaborate with the product team and contribute to the overall success of the product by taking part in both large and small product decisions along the way.

• Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in backend systems. Optimize server response times and resource usage for better scalability and efficiency.

• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Set up and maintain monitoring and alerting systems to proactively detect issues and respond quickly to incidents. Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend-related problems.

• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and provide technical leadership in projects.

• Research and Innovation: Stay informed about the latest backend technologies, frameworks, and industry trends. Propose and lead the adoption of new tools and technologies to improve the backend development process.

What we are looking for - Your Qualifications:

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend development, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects.

• Backend Technologies: Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages and frameworks.

• Database Expertise: Experience working with relational and non-relational databases. Proficiency in writing efficient database queries and understanding database design principles.

• API Development: Strong knowledge of RESTful API design principles and experience in building and documenting APIs.

• Cloud Services: Experience with cloud platforms (especially AWS) and deploying applications in cloud environments through Terraform.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve complex technical problems efficiently.

• Self-directed: Ability to make decisions, set priorities and work independently based on high-level targets of the business.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Continuous Learning: A passion for learning and staying updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

Why you should be excited about this opportunity:

• Our purpose: Join us in creating a product that has the potential to make a positive impact on society and our planet by addressing the massive deficit in global energy storage.

• Focus on innovation: Building our platform means you will have the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge product that no one else has worked on before.

• Impact: Your contribution will not only have a positive impact on society; by joining our small and nimble team, your work will make a difference from day one.

• Personal development: You will benefit from a learning & development budget of 1,000 EUR per calendar year that you can use for your individual professional development.

What's next?

If you are interested in joining our team, please fill out the application form and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible!

Please note:

At terralayr, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone's unique talents and perspectives are respected. We firmly believe that our strength lies in the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and ideas that our team members bring to the table. As an equal opportunities employer, we value and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing a fair and supportive environment for all.

We encourage candidates from all walks of life, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or any other characteristic, to apply and join our team. We firmly believe that diversity drives innovation, creativity, and success, making us stronger as a collective.