Gorilla is seeking a Backend Software Engineer (Python) to join our platform development team. You will be responsible for building out the core API and database layer that enables our pricing, forecasting, and portfolio analytics applications. You’ll contribute to our mission to transform the energy industry, drive digital transformation, and help achieve net-zero emissions through technology and data-driven insights, all within a team culture that values technical challenges, ownership, and quality.

What You'll Do

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design software solutions aligned with business objectives and user needs.
Develop and maintain high-quality software using Python, ensuring code efficiency, reliability, scalability, and security.
Implement new features and enhancements to existing software systems, considering the impact on system design and performance.
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, working closely with the QA team to deliver bug-free software.
Conduct thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback to maintain code quality and adherence to coding standards.
Write clear technical documentation for peers and internal users to facilitate understanding and usage of software tools.

What We're Looking For

Proficiency in the Python programming language and understanding of common programming paradigms.
Experience creating, maintaining and implementing extensions of RESTful APIs.
Hands-on experience working with relational databases like PostgreSQL, and relevant tooling such as SQLAlchemy.
In-depth knowledge of data structures and algorithms for efficient problem-solving.
Experience with version control systems like Git and familiarity with branching strategies and code review practices.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS, and experience in deploying and managing applications in cloud environments.
Understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and the ability to leverage automation tools to streamline the software development lifecycle.
Basic knowledge of computer networks, network layers, and protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, etc.), and how distributed systems are built on top of these networks.
Experience with databases and understanding of database internals.
Knowledge of security best practices.
Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Time management and prioritisation abilities to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Familiarity with the Unix shell, and the ability to find your own way in unfamiliar tooling.