Net Zero & Innovation Consultant: Junior Software Developer

(Permanent)

Location: London (Flexible working)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About DG Cities
At DG Cities, we’re passionate about using technology and data to solve some of the greatest social and environmental challenges we face today. Our work focuses on areas like net zero, housing, and public sector innovation. We’re a small, dynamic team working with government, public sector bodies, and businesses to make cities smarter, greener, and better for all. We very much operate in a dynamic and flexible style, allowing all our staff to shape our end products.

We’re developing an AI-powered SaaS platform for housing repair prioritisation, and we’re looking for a Net Zero & Innovation Consultant - Junior Software Developer to join us. This is a purpose-driven role where you’ll not only write code but help shape solutions that directly impact public services and contribute to the net zero transition. 

About the Role
This hybrid role combines hands-on software development with strategy and client consulting. You’ll work on developing our SaaS product while also advising clients and contributing to the design and direction of our solutions. We are looking for someone with a strong interest and capability in design / UX, to elevate our data visualisation and overall customer interface experience. Further, the role is ideal for someone who is passionate about the net zero, energy, or housing sectors and wants to combine technical skills with a wider consulting and innovation role.

You’ll collaborate with senior team members, learn about business development, and help make our AI-powered platform a game-changer for housing providers and local authorities.

Key Responsibilities / Learning opportunities

  • Software Development: Write clean, maintainable code (Python, JavaScript, etc.) and contribute to the development of our SaaS platform.

  • UX / dashboard design: Take ownership of and develop the designs for our dashboards / UX interface 

  • Data visualisation: Help the team design consistent, intuitive and exciting visualisations for our data across our whole project portfolio

  • Net Zero & Innovation Consulting: Advise clients on how our platform and technologies can help them meet their net zero goals, improve asset management, and deliver better public services.

  • Product Strategy: Help shape the product’s roadmap, suggesting new features based on client needs and industry trends.

  • Collaboration & Growth: Work closely with the senior team, gaining experience in both tech and strategy consulting while contributing to the success of a purposeful project.

Skills and Experience

  • Experience or academic background in coding (Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS), ideally with production-level software development tools and frameworks (React, Docker, AWS, Azure).

  • Keen eye for making things beautiful, interesting and user-friendly

  • A strong interest in the net zero, energy, or housing sector and a desire to work on projects that improve public services.

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with clients and contribute to strategic discussions.

  • Eagerness to learn, adapt, and take on a broad range of responsibilities in both software development and client consulting.

Desirable

  • Experience or strong interest in AI, SaaS development, or public sector innovation.

  • Experience with Agile development and version control (e.g., Git).

  • Passion for solving real-world problems through technology and innovation.

Why Join Us?

  • Purpose-Driven: Work on projects that contribute to the net zero transition and improve public services for communities.

  • Growth: Gain hands-on experience in both software development and strategy consulting, with the opportunity to take on a range of responsibilities.

  • Flexibility: Be part of a small, agile team that values creativity, autonomy, and innovation.

Interested? Send your CV and a short cover letter describing why you think this role is a good fit for you to [email protected]

DG Cities is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.