Freelance Django Developer Opportunity – Building the Foundations of an Adaptive Learning Platform

We’re Hiring: Freelance Django Developer

We are looking for a freelance Python Django developer to join us on an exciting project—building the foundational components of our adaptive learning platform. This role focuses on backend development, laying down the systems that will power the next generation of personalised education.

If you love clean code, scalable architecture, and working at the intersection of technology and education, we’d love to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For

Proficiency

• Strong skills in Python, Django, Django REST Framework.
• Experience with PostgreSQL schema design and optimisation.
• Solid knowledge of Docker and CI/CD workflows (GitHub Actions).

API & Security

• Proven experience building RESTful APIs.
• Secure authentication/authorisation with JWT.

Bonus (Nice to Have)

• Prior experience in EdTech platforms, LMS, or course management systems.

About the Project

This is the first major phase of a larger development plan. The goal: to establish a robust, scalable backend system that can grow with our platform.

You will be working on the following milestones:

Phase 1: Foundation (T1.x)

T1.1: Database Schema Implementation

• Design and implement a PostgreSQL schema (13+ tables) for courses, modules, assessments, and student tracking.
• Deliverables include migration scripts and sample data.

T1.2: Core API Framework Setup

• Build out Django REST Framework APIs with CRUD operations.
• Implement JWT authentication and auto-generate OpenAPI 3.0 docs.

T1.3: Authentication & Authorisation

• Role-based access control (Student, Instructor, Admin).
• JWT token management and secure password hashing (bcrypt).

T1.4: Dev Environment & CI/CD

• Containerised environment with Docker Compose.
• GitHub Actions pipeline for linting, testing, and security checks.

Phase 2: Core Platform (T2.x)

T2.1: Course Management

• CRUD APIs, content uploads, prerequisite checks, analytics endpoints.

T2.2: Student Progress Tracking

• Real-time module tracking, time spent, and skill mastery scores.

T2.3: Basic Assessment Engine

• Support multiple-choice, true/false, and code-completion questions.
• Automated scoring, feedback, and anti-cheating safeguards.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven project shaping the future of learning.
• Work remotely with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to influence architecture decisions from the ground up.
• Collaborate with a passionate team that values innovation and quality.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, send us:

• Your CV/portfolio
• Links to relevant projects or GitHub repos

Apply by emailing us at info@atelieroptimatix.com

This is a freelance, project-based role with the potential for ongoing collaboration as the platform evolves.