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    Fintech Solution Architect | Alpha Data

    Employment:

    Full Time

    ROLE PURPOSE: – Must have experience of Banking, Enterprise API Management best practices.- Must have hands on experience designing Enterprise wise consistent APIs portfolio with an offering that is secure and maintainable as the corresponding application portfolio evolves.- Must combine advanced technical skills with business knowledge and a focus on communication and collaboration.- Capable of performing a high-level project management role within a software development team. His responsibilities can be extensive and diverse.- Experience in Architecting, Service analysis, business rules, and Banking Service standards such as PSD2, OpenBanking, OpenAPI, ISO8583, IFX, ISO20022 and SWIFT.

    Salary:
    AED
    20,000 to 23,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.
    Additional benefits: Visa, Health Insurance , Air ticket

    – Experience with Rest APIs- Experience with GraphQL , gRPC- Experience with WebServices.- Experience with Implementing Different Integration Design Patterns- Knowledge of SOA , API Management & Data Power à Principles & best practices- SDLC & SGLC processes- Creating HLD & LLD Documentation- Responsible for leading the delivery teams from end-to-end delivery standpoint.- Contributed to best approach strategies for API implementation- Lead/participate in development of POC’s, prototypes, presentations to ADIB.- Prepare technical architecture/solution designs documents for multiple projects- Involved in inception/ strengthening of API practice.- Strong Hands-on Development Experience at the following Areas:- IBM Data Power Development & Administration- IBM API Connect Development & Administration- Familiar with Spring/NodeJs/Python Development- Oracle/SQL DB Development IBM MQ, AMQ, MQTT related Tasks- Different Integration Protocols (SFTP,TCP/IP,MQ,JMS, HTTPS,WS,REST..)- Security & Performance Best Practices- Experience with Testing tools like SOAPUI, RPT,RFT, Load runner & PostMan- Support business Users to translate business requirements to Vendors (in technical steps) and vice-versa- Prepare/Review IARs and related documents related to projects and tasks for approvals.- Support for UAT of projects and tasks including preparation of documents and approvals.- Track, resolve and report incidents and known errors through the approved Services.- Execute the ad-hoc instructions or provide flexibility within ethical and professional standards from line manager to achieve any exceptional business objectives- Support “go-live’ and post ‘go-live’ activities for projects and any releases to production.- Support Disaster Recovery (DR) environment and ensure that DR requirements including related documentation are met. Take part in DR test drills.

    Alpha Data, is the leading system integrator with over 30 years track record. Founded in 1981, Alpha Data has grown from two employees to a 700-strong workforce building ICT infrastructure solutions for thousands of organizations.

    Alpha Data works with its clients though a combination of deep-level business and technical expertise, an extensive knowledge of today’s technologies, and a mature, highly capable delivery and services infrastructure. Alpha Data’s offerings help our customers improve processes, reduce data centre and infrastructure costs, manage risk and governance and enhance top-line revenue. Our business approach is based on establishing long-term partnerships that encourage success through mutual benefit.

    Alpha Data has established strong industry ties, with the highest level of accreditation achieved with HP, Microsoft, Avaya, Cisco, Belden and Juniper in addition to an eco-system of complementary vendors. This enables Alpha Data to deliver a breadth of best-of-breed solutions to its customers through our teams of pre-sales, post sales, project implementation and support experts. Alpha Data has won the Systems Integrator of the Year Award at two of the region’s leading technology awards – CPI’s Reseller Middle East Partner Excellence Awards and ITP’s Network Middle East Innovation Awards, respectively and has always maintained a top position in the list of system integrators in UAE. More

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    ACS Principal Database Engineer, Cloud Platform | Oracle

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Candidate should have the below technical skills:Database Administration- 11g/12c/19c General RDBMS Issues and DBA activities. – Installing, Designing, Configuring, Administering and troubleshooting of oracle 11g/12c Databases. – Administer the complete Oracle environment including databases, Applications and services. – Monitor database conditions throughout the network including server Side and client side. – Oracle Enterprise Manager Installation, configuration and upgrades. Backup and Recovery- Database Backup (RMAN and User-Managed Backup….etc) – Backup strategies according to workload. – Database Restore using different methods. – Database Recovery by using User-Managed recovery Method or RMAN method. – Complete recovery (to the most current point in time). – Incomplete recovery by using one of the following methods: – Time-Based Recovery – Cancel-Based Recovery. – Tablespace Point in Time Recovery. – Oracle Secure Backup. – Fixing corruptions and using DULL tool. Oracle Utilities- Have knowledge to export and import any of database objects (tablespaces, users…full database). – Export/Import using Oracle Data Pump utility. – SQL Loader – Database Character set conversion Migration /Upgrades and loading data- Migrating database any release into 11gR2/12c/19c databases. – Performing different database upgrades from/to different releases using all types of upgrades. – Migrating (Moving) databases from server to another with minimal down time. – Loading data into any Oracle database release. – Database migrations using all methods including Golden Gate, Transportable Tablespaces, Transportable Database. Oracle Data Guard- Configuring, administering and troubleshooting standby (logical/physical) databases environment in single DB instance and RAC/ASM environments. Oracle Real Application Cluster/ASM- Installing, Patching, Upgrading administrating and Troubleshooting RAC environments / ASM. – RAC High Availability Test. Database Security- Database Vault – Audit Vault and Database Firewall – Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) – Virtual Private Database (VPD) – Oracle Data Masking & Redaction – Oracle Label Security Systems – Exadata- Exadata configuration, Administration, Patching, Baremetal restore, Performance Tuning, Migrations, Upgrades, DBFS, VLAN tagging and HCC compression. – Exadata IORM implementations. – Exadata High Availability Test. – ZFS storage configuration and administration for backup and recovery. Oracle Golden Gate- Golden Gate Installation Configuration. – Golden Gate replications Classic , Integrated and Coordinated. – Oracle database migration using Golden Gate – Golden Gate performance. – Golden Gate Veridata installation and configuration for creating comparisons. – Golden Gate Plugin for OEM

    Oracle Performance Tuning- Troubleshooting different performance issues – Hang analysis & Cluster eviction issues – SQL Tuning with different methodologies , SQL Profiles , SPM and SQL restructure – Gather Statistics with different strategies based on workload and business – Oracle Real Application Testing (RAT). – Oracle SQL Performance Analyzer (SPA) – Database Tuning , Memory Tuning , Backup Tuning & Data Pump Tuning – Works with different performance utilities AWR, ADDM , ASH and others. – Database Resource Manager (DBRM) Enterprise Manager & Cloud- Installation of Enterprise Manager Systems – Patching and Upgrade of OEM to different versions – Engineered System Machine Discovery ( Exadata , Super Cluster and ZFS) – Install Different Plugins , Siebel , Golden Gate – Email Notification for different metrics and thresholds – Good Knowledge of Cloud Management including Paas , DBaas , Service catalogue and Snap Clone – Migrating Oracle Databases to Database as a Service. Business and communications skills are mandatory required, selected candidate will be working along with sales/pre-sales to build LoEs and customer orientation meetings.

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.

    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.

    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    ACS Principal Systems Engineer, Cloud Platform | Oracle

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The below technical Skills are required:- Oracle Cloud IaaS: VCN, ADs, Instance, Storage, IAM, LB, Database, and DNS- Oracle Engineered Systems, SuperCluster, Exadata, PCA, ZFS Storage and Backup Appliances, InfiniBand Switches, Ops center, OVM, Enterprise Manager, ZDLRA- Oracle Sun Solaris OS, Network and Cluster Administration, Solaris 8, 9, 10, 11- Oracle Sun Hardware V/T/M-Series SPARC and x86 design, implementation, support- OVM, Xen, PDoms, LDoms, zones, SVM, UFS, ZFS, NFS, Flash Archive, Jump start, AI Installer- Oracle Database, Gird Infrastructure and RAC.

    Selected Candidate would have a role to support sales/pre-sales in building LoEs and getting into clarifications sessions besides conduct trainings.

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.

    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.

    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    System Analyst | AccorHotels

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Maintenance Agent/Technician You perform highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain the property’s facilities and equipment to ensure a safe and functional environment for the guests. What is in it for you:- In 3-4 bullet points, showcase the benefits and perks of working at the property – Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide- Learning programs through our Academies- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21What you will be doing: – Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on property’s facilities and equipment – Inspect all areas of the property for safety issues and take immediate corrective action – Assist guests regarding property facilities in an informative and helpful way

    Your experience and skills include:- Relevant building maintenance experience is an asset- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities – Highly responsible & reliable Your team and working environment:- In 1-2 sentences, introduce the team, property or office environment in a way that reflects the culture Note: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permits Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow’s hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor.Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

    A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

    We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making “Feel Welcome” resonate as the finest hotel promise.

    From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels’​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services. More

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    Head of Software Development | Ignite Search & Selection

    Employment:

    Full Time

    My Client is looking to hire an experienced Software Developer to manage ongoing and upcoming projects across the UAE.Head of Software Development is a leadership role and you will be accountable for the successful delivery of software for TechArabia. The role will require you to manage a team of developers and work closely with the CEO and Product Managers to deliver IT services that meet the business requirements.

    The successful candidate must be highly experienced in Software Development and will ideally have experience in a senior leadership role. They must also have experience in developing high-traffic, consumer-facing websites.- Knowledge of AWS Cloud Platform – Experienced in Git and Git workflow – Experience with front end applications using (HTML, JavaScript, XML)- SQL Database Management experience

    Ignite Search & Selection is a leading Recruitment Agency in the Middle East. Ignite’s team of specialist recruiters now works across a range of sectors including Legal, Digital/Technology, Retail/FMCG, Construction and Engineering.

    We pride ourselves on given both clients and candidates expert market knowledge in our chosen sectors. We value getting a detailed understanding of our clients and candidates expectations to find the perfect fit for all parties. More

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    Java Developer | Alpha Data

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Java developerWe are looking for a Java developer responsible for the development and maintenance of server applications aimed to serve web applications. Your primary focus will be the development of back- end services and their integration with front-end clients. You will be working along-side other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure. Therefore, commitment to collaborative problem solving is essential.Responsibilities and Duties:• Design, build, and maintain reusable, reliable and testable Java code• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs• Help to maintain code quality, organization, and automation• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new featuresQualifications and Skills:• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject• Proven software Java development experience• Familiar with Java 8+ SDK features• Java EE frameworks (Spring, Hibernate,…).• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements• A knack for benchmarking and optimization• Good knowledge in SQL• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git• Familiarity with continuous integration• Good communication and interpersonal skills• Good to know: Python, PHP, JS, HTML.

    Experience : 5+ years Computer Science • Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git• Familiarity with continuous integration• Good communication and interpersonal skills• Good to know: Python, PHP, JS, HTML.

    Alpha Data, is the leading system integrator with over 30 years track record. Founded in 1981, Alpha Data has grown from two employees to a 700-strong workforce building ICT infrastructure solutions for thousands of organizations.

    Alpha Data works with its clients though a combination of deep-level business and technical expertise, an extensive knowledge of today’s technologies, and a mature, highly capable delivery and services infrastructure. Alpha Data’s offerings help our customers improve processes, reduce data centre and infrastructure costs, manage risk and governance and enhance top-line revenue. Our business approach is based on establishing long-term partnerships that encourage success through mutual benefit.

    Alpha Data has established strong industry ties, with the highest level of accreditation achieved with HP, Microsoft, Avaya, Cisco, Belden and Juniper in addition to an eco-system of complementary vendors. This enables Alpha Data to deliver a breadth of best-of-breed solutions to its customers through our teams of pre-sales, post sales, project implementation and support experts. Alpha Data has won the Systems Integrator of the Year Award at two of the region’s leading technology awards – CPI’s Reseller Middle East Partner Excellence Awards and ITP’s Network Middle East Innovation Awards, respectively and has always maintained a top position in the list of system integrators in UAE. More

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    Consulting – Government – S&T Education – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consulting – Government – S&T Education – Senior Manager (Dubai)Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismOperations StrategyManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career within Education Consulting, will enable you to contribute and be a part of a unique team of sector specialists. We work across the government and private sectors to transform education across the region, delivering strategic and operational projects which make a difference. Our clients include policy makers, regulators, education and training providers, sector bodies and investors who come to us to provide best in class advice and support to achieve their objectives.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.The Middle East Education Practice is looking for a Senior Manager to support the expansion of our practice across the Middle East.  As a Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: Responsibilities: – Building a capable Education team, under the guidance and oversight of the Middle East Education leadership. – Establishing effective client relationships with key client organizations, across both the government and industrial markets. – Identifying and shaping opportunities for projects in the Middle East Education practice. – Delivering quality solutions to clients across the Education environment in KSA. – Upholding the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Requirements: – Proven track record in the delivery of Education and skills projects- The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East or where the project requirements dictate.- Experience in working with government entities, schools, universities and professional organizations.- Previous (current preferable) experience working in the Middle East, with proven capability of building relationships and teams in the Middle East cultural environment.- Excellent communications skills in Arabic (preferable) and English.- Big 4 or leading strategy house experience with proven sales capability.- Proven leadership capabilities for both direct reporting personnel and wider project teams.- Proven experience of building teams, with ability to develop and implement market expansion strategies.Qualifications/Educational background- Masters or MBA Years of Experience- 8-12 years of experience in management consulting environmentTravel RequirementsUp to 60%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Consulting – TMU (Construction) – Senior Manager/Director | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTMT X-SectorSpecialismManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Transformation Management practice, within Project Portfolio Management services, will provide you with the opportunity to help organisations balance long term strategies and short term imperatives to optimise their investments and strategic activity required to achieve the organisation’s business objectives. We help enhance organisations project and programme performance by identifying alternative project approaches, consistently aligning projects with corporate strategy, setting the tone and pace of programmes from the outset, responding quickly and effectively to crisis situations, and extracting value from agile programme delivery.As part of our team, you’ll help our clients understand what makes business transformation programmes successful, from programme delivery structures and business engagement models to key technical issues and ongoing learning and improvement. We share knowledge and experience to complement our clients existing capabilities which propels them to the next level of Portfolio delivery.Summary: A career in our Transformation Management practice will provide you with the opportunity to help organizations optimize their investments, reach their business objectives and achieve the impact of their strategies.  We help enhance organizations’ project and program performance by identifying alternative project approaches, consistently aligning projects with corporate strategy, setting the tone and pace of programs from the outset, responding quickly and effectively to crisis situations, and extracting value from agile program delivery.  As part of our team, you’ll help our clients understand what makes business transformation programs successful, from program delivery structures and business engagement models to key technical issues and ongoing learning and improvement. We share knowledge and experience to complement our clients existing capabilities which propels them to the next level of Portfolio delivery.  Responsibilities:- Manage and run programs and projects in the areas/industries specified below; – Perform daily program management activities throughout the program life cycle; – Develop program/project business cases and other program management documents; – Assess how program’s objectives will impact the department; – Oversee the projects’ needs to reach targeted desired goals; – Identify program main elements and define all its projects to be implemented;      – Identify program /project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards;  – Assist the business in the scoping exercise of programs/projects by using technical background in the field and flagging risks and opportunities in order to reach comprehensive program /project scope; – Manage the dependencies and prioritization among the projects;      – Manage the program /project  changes, risks, issues and escalation processes;      – Monitor the availability of required human and financial resources and their efficient utilization     ; – Develop and implement/activate the program governance effectively and involvement of the defined stakeholders     ;      – Manage and maintain stakeholders’ communication; – Document any business requirements for specific initiatives/projects;      – Organize the activities of specific program/project areas;      – Monitor program/project budgets and prepare regular status reports;  – Evaluate program /project outcomes in terms of quality, consistency, accuracy, overall value, completion dates and provider performance;      – Ensure that recording and maintaining a project database containing all related information, (data, documents, reports etc.) takes place;      – Lead Project Managers and team, build and share knowledge      using knowledge management methodologies, techniques, and processes;      – Coordinate with others to utilize learning and development tools and techniques to analyze, identify and communicate requirements for change.

    Requirements: – The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage multiple projects and leadership skills to engage with diverse stakeholders; – 12-17 years of experience in a similar role, out of which a minimum of 7-10 years of experience in a Program/Project Management capacity, preferably within the Engineering & Construction Sector; – Familiar with best practices in (E)PMO structures and operating models; – Strong experience in delivering program s/projects using Waterfall and Agile methodologies; – Be passionate about client service; – Self-motivated, confident and a strong work ethic; – Successful performance within team environments, enjoy being part of a team; – Excellent organizational skills, having the ability to prioritize workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines; – Experience in overseeing and reporting progress of large-scale programs/projects; – Knowledge/understanding of the Middle East Engineering & Construction Sector including a deep understanding of global trends in the Engineering & Construction Sector; – Experience in driving large-scale change; – Sector exposure and experience of different labor reforms ; – Planning (e.g. Microsoft Project, Primavera) and reporting tools (MS office, Power BI dashboard, etc..); – Excellent communication skills in English in Arabic (verbal and written). Areas/industries of expertise:- Civil works / Public works – Building works – Design & Architecture – Mega and large scale developments – Facilities management – Construction management – Overall Experience (number of years): 12-17 Years, – Program and Project Management Experience: 7-10 Years – Certifications: PMP, PgMP, Prince2, Green Project Management – Education background: A Bachelor or higher (Master preferred) degree in Engineering & Construction related fields. – Languages: English, Arabic – Certifications:Global: Project Management Professional (PMP) Credential – Project Management Institute (preferred)Desired LanguagesArabic, EnglishTravel RequirementsUp to 60%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More