OSS Frontend Lead for BOMNADO (Python/Django)

University of Bristol; Bristol; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK seeks a Development Specialist to lead the BOMNADO project, a Python/Django-based software for managing bills of materials. This hands-on role combines technical development with community engagement, requiring expert skills in Python and Django. You will drive the development and quality assurance of features while collaborating across multiple teams. The position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Generous leave entitlements

Attractive pension scheme

Development opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Expert-level experience in Python and Django in production environments.
• Proven track record of releasing and maintaining OSS.
• Strong analytical skills for problem-solving and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-end development of BOMNADO.
• Engage with OSS community through events and streams.
• Ensure adherence to development standards and practices.

Skills

Expert-level Python development

Expert-level Django development

Strong knowledge of Git/GitHub

Experience with OSS packaging and documentation

Solid grounding in CI/CD

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to represent projects at community events

Continuous learning attitude

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

A prominent educational institution in the UK seeks a Development Specialist to lead the BOMNADO project, a Python/Django-based software for managing bills of materials. This hands-on role combines technical development with community engagement, requiring expert skills in Python and Django. You will drive the development and quality assurance of features while collaborating across multiple teams. The position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.