Odoo Developer

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CTG overview:
CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.
CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.
Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.
Visit www.ctg.org to find out more

Overview of position:
The Odoo Developer will lead development projects & manage all technical operations related to Odoo. This includes solving complex performance issues, developing applications to improve productivity, supporting & training users, & collaborating with Odoo partners & consultants.

Role objectives:

Development leadership:
Lead current development projects for the company.
Take initiatives to enhance the software development process & manage overall quality.
Solve complex performance issues & architectural challenges.

Odoo application development:
Design & develop Odoo apps, including new modules & customizations.
Analyze scope documents & create detailed requirement documents in collaboration with different teams.
Re use existing Odoo features to meet scope objectives & create custom modules as needed.

Best practices & documentation:
Follow best practices in software development to ensure code readability & maintainability.
Maintain comprehensive documentation for all tasks and work completed.
Adhere to secure software development practices & source code checking processes using Git Version Control.

User support & training:
Occasionally train & support users when needed.
Communicate with Odoo direct or consultants for major support & development needs.

System maintenance & testing:
Maintain existing Odoo modules & environments.
Test new functions & modifications to ensure they meet application support requirements.
Handle configuration, installation & maintenance of server & multi database Odoo environments.

Project reporting:
This role reports to the Program Manager.

Key competencies:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science with 4+ years of experience in software development with strong expertise in Python programming.
Extensive knowledge of Odoo modules & development.
Proficient in web development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery).
Experience in the software development life cycle, particularly in an agile environment.
In depth understanding of Odoo’s core data models & features.
Proven expertise in developing and customizing Odoo modules.
Experience in migrating Odoo versions & excellent debugging skills.
Knowledge of PostgreSQL & SQL queries.
Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
Excellent verbal & written communication.
Open minded, curious & assertive.
Strong problem solving skills & analytical thinking.
Highly organized with efficient task management abilities.
Attention to detail & commitment to quality.

Team management:
This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information:
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.