Back-end Developer (Python)

The role will be responsible for the day-to-day development activities of the application development team. The developer will be responsible for the design, testing, development and deployment of eUNRWA solutions, web applications and interfaces with internal and external partner systems, services, and projects within the overall software development lifecycle. The incumbent will coordinate with other DITID units to provide technical solutions and implement the software solutions for high performance, optimized and efficient solutions as required by all business processes and in compliance with the defined standards.

Work Location Amman and open for remote consultancy in the UNRWA fields of operations Expected duration until end of the year with the possibility for extension

Duties and Responsibilities Specific Outputs/Tasks include but not limited to:

• Develop and maintain web applications using React for the front end and Python/Django for the back end.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services.
• Ensure applications security, performance, and scalability across environments.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to deliver user-centric and responsive solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems to improve functionality and reliability.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation and user manuals.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and provide regular progress updates.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications/special skills

• University degree from accredited educational institution in computer sciences or information technology or other related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in full stack development.
• Proven experience with React, Python, and Django.
• Experience with RESTful API design and integration.
• Strong knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL).
• Experience implementing authentication, authorization, and role-based access control
• Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g., PyTest, Django Test Framework)
• Experience with building and using Docker Containers

Languages

English and Arabic are the working languages of UNRWA. For this assignment, fluency in both Arabic and English are required.