IT System Developer at Proactive… · Port Louis

Our client in the retail sector is recruiting an IT System Developer to join the IT Department and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support, develop, and enhance the Group’s ERP environment, business systems, integrations, process automation, reporting, and digital initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop, customise, test, deploy, and maintain Odoo modules and related business applications.

· Configure and enhance Odoo views, models, reports, workflows, access rights, security groups, record rules, and automations.

· Manage Odoo.sh and GitHub deployment workflows, including development, staging, testing, and production releases.

· Support Odoo version upgrades through compatibility reviews, functional and technical testing, and migration of custom modules.

· Develop and maintain website features, e-commerce functionality, APIs, and third-party system integrations.

· Analyse business processes and translate operational requirements into practical, scalable technical solutions.

· Work with management and operational teams to gather, clarify, document, and prioritise requirements.

· Identify and propose improvements to workflows, reporting, system controls, data quality, and user experience.

· Provide user support, deliver training on new features, and prepare clear user guides and procedures.

· Support reporting, data extraction, database queries, integrations, and troubleshooting activities.

· Coordinate with external consultants and service providers when required.

· Ensure appropriate testing, documentation, version control, and change management before deployment.

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical and functional documentation.

Required Experience and Technical Profile

· 5 to 10 years of relevant professional experience in ERP software development, business systems development, or a closely related role.

· Demonstrated experience in Odoo development and customisation. Knowledge of Odoo is required; exposure to Odoo 18 or 19 will be an advantage.

· Strong Python development experience and good knowledge of the Odoo ORM.

· Good working knowledge of XML, QWeb reports, security groups, access rights, and record rules.

· Experience with Git and GitHub, including structured deployment and version-control practices.

· Good understanding of PostgreSQL databases, data extraction, and troubleshooting.

· Experience in web development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, CMS platforms, and e-commerce technologies.

· Experience with APIs, system integrations, workflow automation, and reporting solutions.

· Ability to understand business needs and convert them into reliable system solutions.

· Interest or practical exposure to AI tools, automation, and AI agents will be a strong advantage.

Core Competencies

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

· Clear communication with both technical and non-technical users.

· Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage competing priorities.

· Structured approach to testing, documentation, data integrity, and system security.

· Ability to train users and explain technical concepts in practical terms.

· Proactive, self-organised, and improvement-oriented mindset.

We reserve the right:

· To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

· Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.