Lead Developer

Job Title

Development Lead (Full Stack | Systems | Integrations)

Location

Dubai, UAE (Office-based)

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

Competitive, based on experience

Job Summary

We are hiring a Development Lead to own the end-to-end delivery of systems across internal platforms and client environments.

This role is not limited to a single system. You will work across:

• ERP systems (including Odoo)
• Custom portals and internal platforms
• APIs and system integrations
• Reporting and automation solutions

You will take validated specifications and deliver production-ready, scalable, and well-documented systems.

This is a hands-on role with full ownership, not a coordination or ticket-based position.

Key ResponsibilitiesFull Stack Development

• Lead development from specification through to production deployment
• Build across backend, frontend, and integrations
• Develop APIs, middleware, and system connections
• Design and manage databases and data structures

Systems Ownership

• Work across ERP, custom platforms, and integrations
• Own Odoo development where required, but not limited to it
• Support transition of external systems into internal ownership

Code Quality & Documentation

• Maintain clean, scalable, and maintainable code
• Produce structured technical documentation for all builds
• Follow proper version control and repository practices

Testing & Delivery

• Implement unit, integration, and end-to-end testing
• Own defect resolution and system stability
• Ensure all releases are production-ready

Reporting & Automation

• Build dashboards and reporting solutions (e.g. Power BI or similar)
• Develop automation workflows (e.g. Power Automate or equivalent)
• Improve operational efficiency through system automation

Ownership & Delivery

• Operate as the primary development owner
• Manage external developers if required
• Deliver systems to a high professional standard

RequirementsEssential

• 5+ years of full stack development experience
• Strong experience across multiple systems (not a single platform)
• Proficiency in Python and JavaScript
• Experience with APIs, integrations, and databases (SQL/PostgreSQL)
• Strong system design and architectural thinking
• Proven experience delivering systems end-to-end

Preferred

• Experience with ERP systems (Odoo is an advantage)
• Experience with reporting tools (Power BI or similar)
• Experience with automation tools (Power Automate or equivalent)
• Experience in complex or multi-entity environments

Key Traits

• Strong ownership mindset
• High attention to detail
• Structured and disciplined approach to development
• Ability to work independently and deliver without constant supervision

Why Join

• High-impact role with full ownership of systems
• Opportunity to shape technical architecture and delivery
• Fast-paced environment with real delivery expectations

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience delivering complete systems end-to-end (design, build, and deployment)?
• Do you have hands-on experience with APIs and system integrations?
• Are you comfortable working across multiple systems (ERP, custom platforms, integrations)?
• What best describes your previous role?

Individual contributor (assigned tasks)
Senior developer (owned modules/features)
Development lead (owned delivery end-to-end)

• Which systems have you worked on? (Mention all that apply)

ERP systems (e.g. Odoo, SAP, etc.)
Custom web applications / portals
APIs / integrations
Reporting / dashboards

• What are your salary expectations for this role (monthly, in AED)?
• Written Screening (Very Important)

Briefly describe a system you built end-to-end. Include:
Tech stack
Your level of ownership
Key challenges
What you would improve

Experience:

• Python: 5 years (Required)
• Full Stack Development: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person