Software Engineer, Octane

• If you’re motivated by solving complex challenges, learning quickly, and contributing to a high-performing engineering team, we’d love for you to apply
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience demonstrating a solid foundation in software engineering principles
• 3–5 years of professional software engineering experience with a track record of delivering reliable, scalable applications in production environments
• Hands-on experience in backend development, with preference for Python/Django, designing and implementing APIs, services, and business logic
• Frontend development expertise, ideally with JavaScript and React, building responsive, user-friendly interfaces that enhance customer experience
• Strong understanding of relational and non-relational databases (SQL and NoSQL), including schema design, query optimization, and API integrations
• Knowledge of distributed systems principles, including scalability, consistency, fault tolerance, and event-driven architecture
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools, preferably Terraform, along with practical familiarity using cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Advanced debugging, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities, particularly when working with large, complex, or distributed systems
• Proven ability to learn and adapt quickly, mastering new tools, frameworks, and technologies to solve evolving challenges
• Proficiency in version control and code repository systems such as GitHub, Bitbucket, or Azure DevOps, with experience in best practices for branching and collaboration
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes, to support cloud-native deployments

Desirable

• At Octane, we’re looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer who is passionate about building scalable, reliable, and user-friendly applications that create outstanding customer experiences
• In this role, you’ll contribute across the stack by designing backend services, APIs, and distributed architectures while also developing responsive, intuitive front-end features
• You’ll collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver solutions that balance innovation with stability, supporting both new initiatives and ongoing modernization efforts
• This is an exciting opportunity for a well-rounded engineer who enjoys engaging with diverse technologies and taking ownership of the full software development lifecycle
• From design and development to testing, deployment, and ongoing optimization, you’ll gain experience across the spectrum of modern software engineering
• With exposure to tools such as Python/Django, React, Terraform, and cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure, you’ll expand your technical expertise while making a direct impact on Octane’s platform
• Design, build, and maintain scalable applications that deliver high availability, strong performance, and an exceptional end-user experience
• Collaborate on distributed systems architecture, contributing to the design and implementation of microservices, APIs, and data pipelines that support business growth
• Develop backend services and APIs, with a preference for Python/Django, ensuring reliability, security, and maintainability at scale
• Implement and enhance intuitive, responsive front-end features, ideally using JavaScript and React, to create seamless customer experiences
• Work with and improve legacy systems, contributing to modernization initiatives that balance innovation with system stability and long-term supportability
• Support infrastructure automation and cloud deployments, leveraging Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform preferred) and deploying on major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Write automated tests and contribute to code reviews, ensuring high levels of code quality, maintainability, and adherence to engineering best practices
• Own the full software development lifecycle by participating in solution design, development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and iterative improvement
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, fostering growth, upholding coding standards, and encouraging best practices across the team