Omar Khaled Ali

• Led a team of Odoo developers to create sophisticated solutions for a large semi-government organization.
• Managed CI/CD infrastructure utilizing Docker, Kubernetes, GitLab runners, and Nginx to streamline deployment processes.
• Enhanced team productivity and project delivery timelines through effective leadership and agile methodologies.
• Deployed and managed a MicroK8s Kubernetes cluster on Ubuntu 20.04 (node: odoo-devops),
• Configured and maintained key cluster addons: Nginx Ingress Controller, Cert-Manager (TLS), CoreDNS, RBAC, Metrics Server, Helm 3, and HostPath Storage

Monitoring & Observability
• Set up a full observability stack using the kube-prometheus-stack: Prometheus, Grafana, Alertmanager, Loki (centralized logging), Promtail (log shipping), and Tempo (distributed tracing)

CI/CD & GitLab Integration
• Integrated GitLab CI/CD pipelines with Kubernetes-based GitLab Runners to automate building and deploying Odoo application branches as ephemeral review environments (app + PostgreSQL DB pods per branch)

Odoo ERP Module Development & Deployment
• Deployed and maintained 16+ Odoo feature/fix branches as containerized environments, including:
◦ Business Trip & Attendance management (fix-business-trip-attendance, refactor-business-trip-performance-issue)
◦ Financial modules: Expense Batch Payment, Investment & Rental Management, Payment Move Attachment
◦ HR modules: Payslip in Mobile, Update Employee Info, Maintain Future Moves
◦ Service modules: Entry Permit, Grievance & Complaint, Innovation Idea Submission, Program Design Department Services, Edit Non-Member Services
◦ Integration: Epic Event External Integration
◦ Performance: Purchase Performance Update
• Troubleshot pod failures (CrashLoopBackOff, DB permission issues, connection failures) across deployments

Technologies: MicroK8s, Kubernetes, GitLab CI/CD, PostgreSQL, Odoo, Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Tempo, Helm, Nginx Ingress, Cert-Manager, Ubuntu Linux, containerd

• Lead an Odoo team at a top consulting firm specializing in HR and software services with over 3000 global employees.

• Design and optimize company workflows and business processes to enhance operational efficiency.

• Create detailed technical specifications to guide the development team.

• Drive business development initiatives while managing both in-house and outsourced developers.

• Actively code and perform peer code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables.

• Focus on business and technical design to align solutions with client needs.

• Cultivate a collaborative team environment to foster innovation and continuous improvement.

• Currently serving as a Software Development Engineer at Suplyd, specializing in Odoo 15.

• Expertly customize Odoo modules, including inventory, sales, purchase, and accounting, to meet client needs.

• Integrate Odoo functionalities with third-party services using GraphQL, enhancing overall system efficiency.

• Successfully developed a fully customized logistics module linked to a GraphQL router, facilitating seamless communication with mobile applications.

• Leverage strong Python programming skills to optimize and enhance Odoo development processes.

• Committed to delivering high-quality solutions that improve user experience and operational workflows.

• Developed robust Odoo applications, enhancing functionality and user experience in enterprise environments.

• Mastered advanced Odoo customization techniques, ensuring tailored solutions that meet specific client needs.

• Implemented best practices in coding and quality assurance, maintaining high compliance standards.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver SaaS projects on time, improving overall project efficiency.

• Strengthened problem-solving skills by addressing complex technical challenges, resulting in improved system performance.

• Gained hands-on experience with Python programming, contributing to seamless integration and automation processes.

• Served as a Python Developer at EverTeam, specializing in Odoo versions 12 to 15.

• Successfully delivered six projects from initiation to maintenance, demonstrating strong project management skills.

• Focused on HR modules, including recruitment, payroll, resignation, and end-of-service processes, enhancing operational efficiency.

• Contributed significantly to a Saudi government project aimed at supporting small and midsize businesses.

• Utilized Odoo’s web framework to develop and customize portals, improving user experience and functionality.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with business objectives and client needs.

• Developed custom modules from the ground up, ensuring alignment with diverse client requirements.

• Enhanced user experience by implementing advanced search filters and criteria, resulting in improved usability.

• Gained in-depth knowledge of ERP customization, focusing on delivering tailored solutions that meet specific business needs.

• Strengthened problem-solving skills by addressing unique client challenges and delivering efficient, user-centric solutions.

• Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality of new features.

• Continuously improved coding practices and methodologies, contributing to the overall quality and performance of the Odoo platform.

• Leveraged Python to enhance the Odoo ERP system by creating new fields and custom reports tailored to business requirements.
• Developed and customized innovative modules from the ground up, ensuring alignment with organizational needs.
• Implemented Docker and proposed microservices to optimize system architecture, enhancing scalability and performance.
• Gained hands-on experience with Odoo version 8, contributing to the successful execution of various projects.
• Designed and implemented advanced search functionalities and new filters, improving user experience and data accessibility.