Frontend Developer at African Development Solutions (Adeso)

We are looking for a skilled and passionate Front-End Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for design, a strong technical foundation, and a passion for building engaging and responsive user interfaces. You will collaborate closely with our design, backend, and product teams to deliver a seamless user experience.

SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain responsive, user-friendly web applications using modern front-end technologies and Odoo.
• Customize and enhance Odoo’s front-end modules to meet business requirements.
• Work with Odoo’s templating system (QWeb) to build dynamic and attractive interfaces.
• Collaborate with designers and backend developers to create functional and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and performance.
• Integrate third-party APIs and Odoo add-ons when necessary.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and fix issues related to Odoo front-end development.
• Stay up to date with the latest Odoo developments and best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving development standards.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and XML.
• Experience with Odoo’s templating system (QWeb) and OWL framework.
• Familiarity with Python for Odoo module customization.
• Knowledge of Odoo’s frontend assets management.
• Proficiency with JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js) and integrating them with Odoo.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON, and AJAX for seamless data exchange.
• Experience with Bootstrap and Tailwind CSS for responsive design.
• Version control using Git and familiarity with GitHub/GitLab workflows.
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with Odoo Studio and building custom reports is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in front-end development.
• Proven experience building and maintaining Odoo-based applications.
• A portfolio showcasing previous Odoo projects and front-end development work.