Technical Oversight & Contributions

Review and merge Pull Requests; provide constructive, quality-focused feedback to developers
Contribute directly to the codebase via PRs: refactors, bug fixes, dependency updates, and security patches
Conduct technical design and analysis of new requirements
Investigate and propose solutions for complex support issues
Oversee release processes: planning, retagging, updating images, migrations, and scripts
Maintain repository ownership: access permissions, user flows, and branch policies
Support infrastructure configuration and troubleshooting

Team Coordination & Support

Unblock developers by clarifying requirements and discussing technical alternatives
Write and refine technical backlog items (refactors, dependency updates, fixes)
Provide technical input to timelines and effort estimates for new features
Facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing within a distributed, multicultural team

Stakeholder Engagement

Act as secondary technical focal point with stakeholders, complementing the Project Manager
Assess feasibility of proposed enhancements; negotiate alternatives when requirements are not viable
Communicate technical decisions, trade-offs, and risks clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Cross-Team Collaboration

Interface with other ICTD technical teams to align on requirements, scope, and timelines
Engage with support specialists: share technical insights, gather feedback, and provide guidance

Requirements Must-Have

5+ years of backend development experience, with at least 2 years in a technical senior coordination role
Strong proficiency in Python and Django (backend APIs and admin interface)
Solid experience with React or the ability to review and coordinate frontend contributions
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerized deployment environments
Proven ability to lead and coordinate a distributed development team
Strong ownership mindset: proactive, reliable, and able to drive delivery without close supervision
Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical complexity for non-technical stakeholders
Experience with Agile/Scrum workflows and managing technical backlogs

Nice-to-Have

What We're Really Looking For Beyond the technical checklist, the right person for this role is someone who:

Takes ownership of their work, the team's output, and the platform's long-term health
Is proactive: spots risks and blockers early, acts on them, and keeps stakeholders informed
Communicates clearly with developers, project managers, and non-technical partners alike
Is a team player: supports colleagues, shares context, and contributes to a healthy and collaborative team dynamic

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