Backend Python Developer at African Development Solutions (Adeso)

Key Responsibilities

Backend Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Python and Flask.
• Implement scalable and secure backend solutions for handling large volumes of data and user interactions.

Database Management:

• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas and queries.
• Implement data access and manipulation functionalities to support various platform features.

ERP Integration:

• Develop and maintain integration points between the KujaLink platform and the ERP system.
• Ensure seamless data synchronization and interoperability between systems.

Social Media Integration:

• Implement functionality for social media messaging and interactions.
• Integrate with social media APIs to enable platform features such as sharing and notifications.

AI Integration:

• Collaborate with AI specialists to integrate generative AI models into backend services.
• Ensure efficient and secure API endpoints for AI functionalities.

Documentation:

• Write comprehensive documentation for backend APIs, database schemas, and integration points.
• Ensure codebase is well-documented and follows best practices for maintainability.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in Python and experience with Flask and Flask-AppBuilder.
• Extensive experience with PostgreSQL, including schema design and query optimization.
• Experience in developing and integrating RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and experience in integrating with them.
• Experience with integrating social media APIs (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Basic understanding of AI libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and their integration into backend systems.
• Familiarity with Python AI tooling (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex, Hugging Face) and their integration.
• Experience with Agile methodologies preferred.
• Strong emphasis on writing and maintaining clear and detailed documentation.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in backend Python development.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality backend solutions for complex projects.