Senior Software Engineer (AIX)

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Location: Hybrid – Hub-based (Bristol, Glasgow, or London) + Work from Home
Salary: £58,000 – £85,000 DOE + 15% On-Target Discretionary Bonus + 9% Flex Pay
3-Word Snapshot: Build | Collaborate | Deliver

Why this role matters:

At OVO, our mission is simple but huge: solve the climate crisis through Plan Zero.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll own the end-to-end development of complex, core systems that push our technology forward. In this role, you’ll lead technical initiatives, make critical design decisions, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to bring AI-driven products directly to market via mobile applications.

What you’ll be doing:

Reporting directly to the Delivery & Growth Lead, you’ll drive engineering excellence and power our green mission:

• Technical Leadership & Architecture: Drive the architectural vision for key features, design robust and scalable systems, and shape our technical roadmap.
• Engineering Excellence: Champion software best practices by writing clean, performant code, conducting rigorous code reviews, and implementing robust automated testing.
• Product Execution & Delivery: Translate complex technical projects into clear, executable tasks within an Agile framework, resolving blockers to keep delivery moving.
• Mentorship & Community: Lead, mentor, and elevate fellow engineers while actively contributing to OVO’s wider engineering community through workshops and knowledge sharing.

What you’ll bring:

You don’t need to tick every single box to apply - if you have the core toolkit and a passion for problem-solving, we want to hear from you!

The Essentials:

• Agile Software Experience: Significant hands-on experience building and delivering high-quality, clean code within agile environments.
• Backend & Microservices Expertise: Strong skill in designing scalable microservices using languages like Node.js, Python, or TypeScript.
• Cloud & DevOps: Practical experience with cloud platforms (GCP or AWS), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and modern CI/CD practices.
• Frontend Frameworks: Proficiency in modern frontend technologies such as React.js and/or React Native.
• Leadership & Communication: A proven track record of mentoring engineers, driving technical initiatives, and collaborating in high-ownership team settings.

Nice to have (but not essential):

• Prior experience bringing AI-driven solutions to market within the constraints of mobile platforms.

Where & how you’ll work:

We believe in flexibility that works. You’ll be assigned to your closest hub office (Bristol, Glasgow, or London). We expect hub-based team members in the office at least once a week and for in-person OVO Connection events, paired with flexible work-from-home options.

Sponsorship: Please note, we’re currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

What’s in it for you?

We reward impact. On top of your core salary (£58,000–£85,000 depending on experience), you’ll get:

• 15% On-Target Discretionary Bonus: Tied to our collective Plan Zero mission performance.
• 9% Flex Pay: An extra 9% on top of your salary (4% auto-enrolled into pension, 5% yours to take as cash, put into pension, or spend on flex benefits).
• Time Off: 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays).
• Green & Home Perks: Up to £400 towards OVO Energy plans, plus discounts on solar, smart thermostats, and EV chargers.
• Family: Flexible hours and enhanced parental leave.
• Health & Lifestyle: Healthcare cash plan / private medical cover, gym discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and ultra-low emission car leasing.

Everyone Belongs at OVO:

Changing the world takes all of us. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace representing all gender identities, ethnicities, abilities, ages, and backgrounds. We also have 8 employee-led Belonging Networks you can join from day one.
Need any reasonable adjustments during the application process? Let us know on your application form - we’re here to make the process as easy and comfortable for you as possible.

Ready to make a difference?

If this sounds like your next challenge, hit 'Apply Now' - even if you don't feel you hit 100% of the criteria! We can’t wait to hear from you.