Junior ERPNext Backend Developer

About the role

Techally is looking for a Junior ERPNext Backend Developer to join its growing team in Addis Ababa. You will focus on the Python and Frappe side of ERPNext implementations, creating custom DocTypes, server scripts, and business logic that meet client operational and compliance needs.

Key responsibilities

• Design and build custom Frappe DocTypes to extend ERPNext for client‑specific processes.
• Write Python server scripts, validation hooks, and document lifecycle events.
• Implement payroll and tax calculation logic, including salary components, tax slabs, and deduction rules.
• Configure ERPNext HR, Accounts, and Projects modules to match client workflows.
• Develop scheduled jobs for automated reporting and compliance reminders.
• Maintain clean version control practices and contribute to shared codebases via GitHub.
• Write unit tests for business logic and document configurations for handover.

Required profile

• 1–2 years of Python development experience, preferably with a web or backend framework.
• Working knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
• Prior experience with ERPNext or the Frappe Framework is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with payroll, accounting, or HR systems is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a Linux environment and using Git for version control.
• Detail‑oriented, self‑directed, and able to communicate blockers clearly.
• Willing to take ownership of features from development through deployment.

Required skills

• Python (intermediate)
• Frappe Framework / ERPNext
• MariaDB / SQL
• Git and GitHub
• Linux command line
• REST APIs (basic)
• Jinja2 (nice to have)