Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Mid
On-site
This Software Engineer role at Normative focuses on developing backend services using Python within the sustainability and climate impact domain. Candidates should have solid production experience in Python, with strong skills in building and evolving backend services that handle complex sustainability data via databases and APIs. A good understanding of web services, databases, and the Python data stack is essential. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams including Sustainability Engineers, product managers, and frontend developers to deliver end-to-end features. Responsibilities include improving software development processes such as CI/CD pipelines, testing, and monitoring, emphasizing ownership of technical decisions and driving them forward. A proactive, curious, and collaborative mindset is key, along with enthusiasm for learning and knowledge sharing. While not mandatory, exposure to Typescript or frontend development, familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization technologies, and experience with data-heavy or sustainability-focused products are advantageous. The position is based in Copenhagen and involves working in a supportive, mission-driven environment committed to accelerating the transition to a net-zero world. The role offers opportunities to contribute meaningfully to climate impact through software engineering, requiring a blend of backend craftsmanship, data-driven problem solving, and sustainability domain interest.
About the role
Role Summary
- Join Normative's mission to accelerate the transition to a net-zero world
- Build science-based carbon accounting software and provide tailored advice to help companies reduce their carbon footprints
- Be part of a curious and driven R&D team focused on backend craft and data-driven solutions for climate impact
Responsibilities
- Build and evolve Python-based backend services
- Work with databases and APIs handling complex sustainability data
- Collaborate with Sustainability Engineers, product managers, and frontend engineers to deliver features end-to-end
- Improve software development processes, including CI/CD pipelines, testing, and monitoring
- Shape the intersection of software engineering and sustainability in a fast-growing domain
- Take ownership of technical decisions and drive them forward with your team
- Learn and share knowledge in a collaborative environment
Requirements
- Solid experience working with Python in a production setting
- Good understanding of web services and databases
- Curiosity about data and willingness to work with the Python data stack
- Proactive and collaborative mindset
Nice to Have
- Exposure to Typescript or frontend development
- Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization
- Experience with data-heavy products or sustainability tech
- Enthusiasm for learning and sharing knowledge
Location
- Offices in Stockholm, London, and Copenhagen
- This role is based in the Copenhagen office
- No relocation or VISA support available for this position
Benefits
- Market-based salaries with annual merit-based reviews
- 30 days/year of paid vacation plus up to 2 additional days off
- Pension and parental leave
- 5,000 SEK wellness allowance (friskvårdsbidrag) and 1 wellness hour per week
- Social and team-building activities (off-site, after work, winter/summer parties)
- Opportunity to make a real positive impact on the world
- Friendly, supportive, and humble working culture
- Benefits packages reviewed and may be modified periodically
How to Apply
- Apply with your CV in English
- Continuous selection process
- Interview process includes:
- Screening interview with Talent Acquisition
- First interview with the hiring manager
- Practical Care Interview
- Values interview
- Commitment to diverse hiring and equal evaluation of all candidates
- Background check required before hiring due to handling of sensitive financial data
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- Location
- Sweden
- Employees
- 51-200 employees
- Website
- normative.io