FAQs
What is the primary focus of the backend engineer role at Planetrics?
The primary focus of the backend engineer role at Planetrics is to develop PlanetView, a software as a service solution that helps the financial sector understand and manage climate change risks while quantifying carbon emissions.
What technology stack will the backend engineer be working with?
The backend engineer will be working with Django, FastAPI, Pydantic, and will focus on developing microservices and REST APIs.
What are the expected qualifications for this position?
Candidates are expected to have a degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, quantitative methods, or a related field, along with proven experience in developing and maintaining production-level code, strong command of Python, and expertise in FastAPI and microservice architectures.
Is experience with AWS products required for this role?
Yes, candidates should have experience with core AWS products such as Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and S3.
What methodologies are emphasized in the development processes at Planetrics?
Planetrics emphasizes agile methodologies and best practices across the development lifecycle, including coding standards, peer code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines.
How does Planetrics view diversity and inclusion in their hiring process?
Planetrics is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
What kind of work environment can an employee expect at Planetrics?
Employees can expect a work environment that prioritizes sustainability, diversity, and digital transformation, allowing them to apply new technologies and best practices.
Are there opportunities for growth and influence within the backend engineer role?
Yes, there are significant opportunities to influence the design of backend processes and manage day-to-day priorities and commitments within the team.
What is the major goal of the Planetrics client service platform?
The major goal of the Planetrics client service platform is to assist industry sectors in transforming to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and reduce carbon emissions by half by 2030.
Will the backend engineer work closely with any specific teams?
Yes, the backend engineer will work closely with physical and transition risk modelling teams to bring analytical approaches and features to production.