Senior Odoo/Python Engineer

5 days ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Talent Safari Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

#1 Odoo Specialist in Africa

  • First (and only) Odoo Gold Partner in East Africa

  • Awarded Best Partner Africa by Odoo (2023 & 2024)

  • Member of Best Odoo Partner Alliance

Proven results

  • 75+ Successful implementations, 50+ clients, 30+ custom products, across 25+ countries, in 9+ sectors in under 4 years

  • 97% Client retention rate (quality over quantity)

Selective, with purpose

  • Careful selection of clients, ensure alignment in business culture, technical needs, a drive for excellence, and a shared passion for innovation and impact.

  • Focus on fast-growing, sustainable businesses in emerging markets

Global, expert team

  • 16+ Consultants & Engineers (and growing), 2 continents, 5 nationalities, 8 languages

  • Offices in Arnhem, The Netherlands and Nairobi, Kenya. Remote work-enabled.

OUR SERVICES

  • Odoo Scoping

  • Odoo implementation

  • Odoo excellence

  • Aftercare

OUR PRODUCTS

  • Custom applications

  • Integrations

  • Custom features (paid)

  • Custom features (free)

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION

Advance Insight is committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients by working with the best talent. Our mission is to be at the forefront of the industry, and we look for individuals who strive to excel to join us in this journey. If you're looking to work with the best, this is why Advance Insight is the place for you:

Client-focused & Quality-driven

We put our clients at the centre of everything we do—delivering high-impact, high-quality solutions that truly move the needle. Our team is dedicated to getting every project live on time, on budget, and built to last. We're known for our professionalism, integrity, and the confidence to challenge ideas constructively when needed. The trust we earn shows: our client retention rate speaks for itself.

Personal Growth with Purpose

We champion growth—from day one. At Advance Insight, you'll have the autonomy to lead your work, backed by a collaborative and encouraging team. We celebrate initiative, embrace improvement, and act on employee ideas. Here, your input doesn't just matter—it shapes outcomes.

Supportive Leadership & Work-Culture

We've built a culture where people stick around—for good reason. Our low staff turnover is a result of strong team spirit, flexibility, and leadership that backs you up. Leaders at Advance Insight aren't distant—they're present, engaged, and committed to your success.

Diverse Project Portfolio

Our projects cut across diverse countries, industries, technologies, and business models, offering a rich learning environment. There is a healthy balance between simpler and more complex projects offering all employees a chance to lead and implement projects fitting their level of experience.

About the Role:
  1. Odoo Development and Innovation

    • Design, develop, and enhance Odoo modules and applications tailored to client and business needs. This includes creating new features, improving existing ones, and delivering custombuilt Odoo solutions that add competitive value.

  2. End-to-End Project Execution

    • Take full ownership of the development cycle—from initial planning and budgeting to testing, documentation, and versioning. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality code across multiple projects, and escalate potential risks related to scope, time, or budget when necessary.

  3. Leadership and Collaboration

    • Coordinate the work of fellow developers, offering guidance and ensuring quality standards are upheld. Foster team growth through mentorship and on-the-job training, while promoting a collaborative and accountable work environment

  4. Quality Assurance and Process Improvement

    • Champion clean code principles and continuously improve development practices, workflows, and tools. Contribute to optimizing internal procedures, templates, and coding standards to elevate the team's overall performance.

  5. Reporting, Administration, and Continuous Learning

    • Maintain accurate daily timesheets and report progress regularly. Stay current with Odoo updates and broader IT trends, ensuring the team remains technically proficient and aligned with industry advancements.

Need to have
  • 7+ Years of relevant IT development experience (Python, Javascript, XML).

  • Demonstrable understanding of ERP systems, concepts and architecture.

  • Think and act on the level of a master's degree in either IT, Computer Science, Engineering or related field.

  • Deep commitment to clean coding principles, modular design, and scalable architecture.

  • Experienced in applying code quality standards, version control, and automated testing.

  • Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and initiative.

  • Willingness to go beyond typical 9-to-5 mentality to meet deadlines.

  • Agile, insightful, and able to rapidly assess priorities and take appropriate action.

  • Possesses a natural sense of authority and business acumen, able to interact confidently with C-level clients.

  • Proactive communication with stakeholders and commitment to planning.

  • Fluent in English.

Nice to have

  • Handson experience with SMEs in agribusiness, energy, health, mobility, FMCG, hospitality and/or circular business.

  • Actual experience in Odoo development would be desirable, but no a hard requirement (v14 or higher).

  • A good sense of humor.

Remuneration
  • A competitive salary (corresponding with experience)

  • 6% pension allowance

  • 8% holiday allowance

  • €150 monthly travel & communication allowance

Benefits
  • 32 leave days per year (including public holidays)

  • Health insurance for employee and direct family members (partner & children)

  • Well equiped offices in The Netherlands (with gym and daily lunch) and Kenya (with garden and daily lunch)

  • Remote work-enabled

  • Personal development budget

  • Steep learning curve guaranteed and ample growth opportunities



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