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    Head of Mobile and XR | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    As the Head of Mobile and XR, you will play a critical role in the overall vision and roadmap for technology driven innovative products and solutions, leveraging immersive technologies such as AR, VR and Mobile.You will also be responsible for leading, designing and building scalable native mobile applications with the intent of augmenting user experience and customer accessibility.Client DetailsA very successful, leading international organisation going through exciting developments and investing heavily in new age technologies and talent to disrupt the education space.Description* Work alongside the Product team to enhance existing product lines’ user experience, functionalities, and capabilities.* Conduct performance-based analysis of existing mobile solutions and drive user experience improvements.* Understand internal and external requirements to manage full product lifecycle for new innovative solutions from documentation, design, development, and launch.* Continuously understand and keep up to date with new tools and trends relevant to immersive technologies, in order to experiment and develop new products whilst improving existing applications and solutions.Job Offer* Opportunity to join a leading Middle East organisation in their field* Exciting role with strong involvement across a range of business-critical projects* Generous tax-free salary* Relocation and family benefits

    * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Technology.* 15 years’ relevant experience with at least 5 years dedicated to managing large-scale mobile solutions.* Successful track record in previously rolling out AR, VR, gaming mobile based technologies.* Experience in Unity development is a plus.* Act as the dedicated point of contact for various internal stakeholders regarding any new digital solutions.

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:
    Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Backend Developer | UXBERT Labs

    Employment: Full Time

    Backend Developer Key Responsibilities• Develop scalable, secure and functional webapps• Develop ideas for new programs, products, or features by monitoring industry developments and trends• Take lead on projects when needed• Work on the maintenance and improvement of existing data structures• Compile and analyze data, processes, and codes to troubleshoot problems and identify areas for improvement.• Collaborate with other team members to come up with designs and ideas to enhance the user experience

    Key Skills• Experience with designing persistence and caching models using both SQL and NoSQL.• Strong knowledge of PHP and design patterns, components, tools, concepts, best practices, standards and systems of record is strongly desired.• Strong knowledge in MongoDB.• Strong understanding of RESTful JSON web API design principles.• Experience in using version control systems like Git.• Experience in Scrum and Agile methodology• Strong knowledge of HTML/HTML5, CSS/CSS3, JavaScript, REST and JSON is strongly desired.• Solid experience in documenting software solutions using diagrams and flowcharts.• Strong multi-tasking, organization and time management skills to manage multiple projects, deadlines and priorities within budget requirements.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (fluent English speaking and writing).• Ability to see the big picture while maintaining attention to detail.Required Qualifications• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Laravel/PHP developer• Minimum of bachelors in Computer Science or related field

    We believe the Experience Matters.
    We love to create simple products that people love to use through scientific usability, cognitive psychology, consumer behavior and business intelligence analytics.
    Headquartered in Riyadh, UXBERT Labs is Saudi Arabia’s first Customer and User Experience, Digital Innovation and Experience design lab. The only innovation lab in the region focusing on on scientifically proven ecommerce and digital product research, training, consulting, design and development.
    It features the first Usability Lab in the Kingdom. The UXBERT Usability Lab is equipped with state of the art technologies like eye tracking research devices and industry leading usability research software to bring the Saudi ecommerce and online market and entrepreneurs a facility where they can focus on user research, evaluation and user testing of all their web and mobile applications and services across various devices and browsers.
    The team consists of certified usability and user experience professionals that spend their days creating in-house UXBERT products, researching, consulting and training companies and entrepreneurs for their products.
    UXBERT Labs is also a startup accelerator that provides entrepreneurs with start up capital, resources and lean UX and MVP business expertise to test, validate and present their ideas and get their startups off the ground. More

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    Front End Developer | UXBERT Labs

    Employment: Full Time

    Key Responsibilities• Build incredibly usable frontend code that will win global creativity, innovation and standards awards.

    Requirements• HTML5 / CSS3• Javascript• ReactJS / AngularJS / VueJS• SASS (Must)• GIT (Must)• 4+ years of experience in JavaScript development using the latest technologies

    We believe the Experience Matters.
    We love to create simple products that people love to use through scientific usability, cognitive psychology, consumer behavior and business intelligence analytics.
    Headquartered in Riyadh, UXBERT Labs is Saudi Arabia’s first Customer and User Experience, Digital Innovation and Experience design lab. The only innovation lab in the region focusing on on scientifically proven ecommerce and digital product research, training, consulting, design and development.
    It features the first Usability Lab in the Kingdom. The UXBERT Usability Lab is equipped with state of the art technologies like eye tracking research devices and industry leading usability research software to bring the Saudi ecommerce and online market and entrepreneurs a facility where they can focus on user research, evaluation and user testing of all their web and mobile applications and services across various devices and browsers.
    The team consists of certified usability and user experience professionals that spend their days creating in-house UXBERT products, researching, consulting and training companies and entrepreneurs for their products.
    UXBERT Labs is also a startup accelerator that provides entrepreneurs with start up capital, resources and lean UX and MVP business expertise to test, validate and present their ideas and get their startups off the ground. More

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    Mobile App Developer | Intechnics

    Employment: Contract

    – Develop mobile applications on both ANDROID and IOS platforms targeting Security and Automation fields.- Translate design specification into functional applications- Liaise with Graphical designer to integrate media assets- Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code- Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications- Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to address and mitigate problems- Develop Hardware drivers and interfaces to software applications- Reverse engineering of closed software/devices and integrating them into an open platform

    Nature and length of previous experience:- Excellent knowledge of Unity, including experience with scripting, textures, animation, GUI styles, and user session management (+5 years)- Experience with UI Design and Implementation (+3 years)- Experience optimizing memory and space usage for support of older hardware (+3 years)- Experience with App Deployment on both Android and IOS platforms (+3 years)- Prior experience with a well-known mobile title or AAA titles is a significant asset- Ability to constantly learn and stay in touch with development technologies- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming- Familiarity with current design and architectural patterns- Knack for writing clean, readable, and easily maintainable code- Experience implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests- Software Development tools include but not limited to: Visual Studio, Unity Editor (2018+)Specialist knowledge:- Proficient knowledge of code versioning tools {such as Git, SVN, and Mercurial}- knowledge of Xamarin- Experience with 3DSoft Skills and Personality traits:- Attention to details- Strong Personality- Desire to learn and excel- Able to work in multi-cultural environmentAge Range:- 23-32Language Fluency:- English, ArabicCurrent Location:- Dubai, U.A.E

    INTECHNICS is committed to provide state of the art Electronic Security & Automation Solutions which are reliable and practical with long term sustainability and utility. Our core values are based on integrity, ethics and efficiency. With our seamless processes and trained staff, we march forward to set new benchmarks in the Security Industry. More

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    Information Security Manager | Deriv DMCC

    Employment: Full Time

    Our teamYou’ll be part of our Information Security team. We’re the first line of defence against hackers and security flaws that may impact our trading operations and global client base. We manage threats and potential security risks through smart strategies, airtight policies, meticulous communication, and technical execution.About usWe’re Deriv.com. We’re all about trading. We’re the geeky upstarts who pioneered an industry. That was 20 years ago. We’re still going strong. More than a million traders from around the globe have trusted us with their money. We work across continents so traders can get trading simply, from anywhere, at any time and every time. Be part of something big. Join us.Your roleAs the Information Security Manager, you will lead your team in protecting our networks, computers, and data against cyber-attacks, computer viruses, security breaches, and any other threats. You will design, assess, and improve security plans to address existing vulnerabilities and keep our information systems functional and safe.What you’ll do• Build and deliver security controls to protect systems, critical infrastructure, and information assets.• Create and oversee the execution of security policies, reporting templates, and security metrics that support business continuity and fulfil regulatory requirements.• Lead team in performing high-quality security reviews, code audits, and penetration tests on web applications and production infrastructure.• Manage acquisition and installation of new security systems (such as antivirus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems) based on our evolving needs.• Manage our bug bounty programme and external security vendors.• Educate employees on security best practices and convey new vulnerabilities that mayaffect their work.

    What you have• A university degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field• 7+ years of experience in information security management• Extensive experience in technical security, including in the design, configuration, andimplementation of enterprise security systems• Experience dealing with regulatory compliance as well as privacy and security laws• Working experience in performing and overseeing security audits and penetration tests• Recognised information security qualification (e.g. CompTIA Security+, SANS GIAC,CISSP, CISA, CISM)• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g. ISO 27001, ISO 31000, PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials)• Outstanding project management skills• Excellent spoken and written English communication skillsWhat’s good to have• Willingness to relocate to Malaysia, to be based at our headquarters, if required.What we’ll give you• Exciting work challenges• Cooperative work environment• Career advancement opportunities• Market-based salary• Annual performance bonus• Health benefits• Casual dress code• Travel and internet allowances

    The story of Deriv starts in 1999. Regent Markets Group, the founding company, was established with a mission to make online trading accessible to the masses. The Group has since rebranded and evolved, but its founding mission remains unchanged.
    Our evolution is powered by over 20 years of customer focus and innovation. More

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    Web Developer / Web Master | Black Pearl

    Employment: Full Time

    A new opportunity has come up with a fast-growing media company in the UAE. Our client is urgently looking for a Web Developer cum Webmaster.In this role, you will have the following responsibilities but not limited to:* Maintaining and updating the content for the website* Proposing designs and feature enhancements as needed* Creating a website and microsite as needed (in house and other clients)* Managing emailers, newsletter, and other digital requirements which will require minimal coding

    To be considered for this role, you will need to meet the following criteria:* Minimum of 2 years of proven work experience working as a web developer.* Strong understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, and general web functions & standards.* Acquires hands-on experience with web applications and programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and APIs.* Must be able to communicate in English* Willing to work outside office hours when requiredThe working hours of the role will be from 9 AM to 7 PM, Sunday to Thursday.Disclaimer: Black Pearl will never ask for money or any form to charge our candidates just to process or consider their application for any of our available vacancies. If you happen to receive such a request from any members of our staff or other individuals claiming to be part of Black Pearl, please do contact us.

    Black Pearl is a progressive, dynamic and well structured HR solution provider that offers permanent recruitment services, HR consultancy, psychometric assessments, coaching and also professional training services for clients from different corporate sectors in the Middle East.
    Like a rare and unique black pearl, we consider our partnership with our clients and job seekers as a fine, precious and valuable encounter that needs to be affirmed, developed and supported with a strong commitment to deliver not only the right services but the best in the industry.
    Our aim is to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients, strategically offering Black Pearl services that are customized to the unique requirements of our clients and job seekers alike, resulting in effectively achieving goals and all that is required in this ever evolving and competitive market. More

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    SQL BI / Power BI Developer | Alpha Data

    Employment: Full Time

    • Over 5 years of experience in developing BI applications utilizing SQL/PLSQL, BI stack, Power BI or Tableau.• Proficient in using MS Power BI to design and create dashboards and reports• Involved in Business Analysis of the OLTP and OLAP data and in decision support. Extensive database programming.• Experienced in Building SSAS Cubes and Dimensions with different Architectures and Data Sources for Business Intelligence and writing MDX Scripts• Experience in writing T-SQL Stored procedures, Triggers, Constraints, and Indexes using various DDL and DML commands.• Developed T-SQL scripts for performing automation tasks, Performed and fine-tuned Stored• Procedures and SQL Queries and User Defined Functions.• Strong knowledge of Data Warehousing methodologies and including star schemas, snowflakes concepts.• Used N-tier architecture for presentation layer, the business and the data access layers and were coded using C#, worked with agile methodology for application development.• Generated ad-hoc reports in Excel Power Pivot and sheared them using Power BI to the decision makers for strategic planning.• Proficient in Creating, configuring workflows designed in MS SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).• Experience in Reporting Services, Power BI (Dashboard Reports), Crystal Reports, SSRS using MS SQL Server and in supporting services MDX technology of the analysis services• Proficient in designing and scheduling complex SSIS Packages for transferring data from multiple data sources and integrates data based on business logic and to load it in data warehouse.• Designed ETL using SSIS Packages to reprocess any date data at any time using Reprocess Logic.• Developing C# scripts in SSIS and automating tasks using C#.• Maintaining the Log and Audit information in SQL tables, experienced in providing Logging, Error• Handling by using Event Handler for SSIS Packages.• Having knowledge in Dimensional Data Modelling, Cube development and manipulations in SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS).• Designing current Oracle database by adding tables, relationships, creating stored procedures, views and performance tuning of SQL queries and stored procedures• Developed SQL queries /scripts to validate the data such as checking duplicates, null values, truncated values and ensuring correct data aggregations.• Performed data quality analysis using advanced SQL skills. Performed Count Validation, Dimensional Analysis, Statistical Analysis and Data Quality Validation in Data Migration.• Extensive SQL querying on Staging, Data warehouse and Data Mart.• Explored data in a variety of ways and across multiple visualizations using Power BI.• Strategic expertise in design of experiments, data collection, analysis and visualization• Designed Power BI data visualization utilizing cross tabs, maps, scatter plots, pie, bar and density charts.• Involved designing SSAS 2012 Cubes and building attribute relationships for optimal MDX query performance of Hierarchies and Fact Dimensions.• Implemented Power BI gateway different source to matching analysis criteria and further modeling for Power Pivot and Power View• Experienced in designing and developing SSRS reports using data from ETL Loads, SSAS Cubes and various heterogeneous data sources.• Have knowledge of Big Data Technologies like Hadoop, Cosmos etc.• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.• Proficient in technical writing and presentations and a good team player.• Strong investigative and troubleshooting skills.

    SKILLS• Programming Languages – Java, C#, C, HTML• Databases – Oracle 11G, SQL Server, MYSQL• Operating Systems – Windows, Linux• Tools and Software – JIRA, GIT, Oracle, TOAD, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Microsoft SQL Server data tools, SQL server BID Studio 2008, SQLServer Management Studio 2012/2008, Performance Point Server 2010, Power BI

    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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    Solutions Architect, SAP, Technology Consulting | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Whole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by digital technology. As a technology consulting professional, you’ll help businesses realize the value they can gain from their IT investments – supporting strategy and being a key growth driver. As part of a high-performing team, you’ll deliver exceptional client service – providing advice on how technology enablement, digital transformation and enterprise intelligence contribute to performance improvement, as well as how technology can act as multiplying effect during major program transformations.As organizations look to leverage the advantage technology offers, we’ll work with you to develop the consultancy and analytical skills that you’ll need in today’s environment. Working on projects that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.The opportunityWe’re looking for a Solutions Architect, SAP (Senior Manager level) to join our rapidly expanding Technology Consulting team.Key Responsibilities:- Demonstrate deep knowledge of SAP solutions and appropriate industries to maintain credibility with prospective customers. Provide proof points with relevant customer stories.- Support RFx completion in support of customer proposals.- Engaging with Clients in understanding their requirements, scoping, discovering and defining solutions, explaining business benefits and use cases and a roadmap to meet their goals.- Creating innovative solution designs that utilize our extensive service offerings.- Understand client requirements (RFP/ RFI), build synopsis and have an ability to articulate the customer ask.- Support the SAP implementation project and play solution architect role binding the entire solution to meet client requirements- Participation in meetings with internal/external stakeholders (Delivery managers, Account managers and client partners) and Vertical & Horizontal teams.

    Key Profile Requirements:- Prior Experience of bid and delivery solutioning as well as core delivery must in the SAP- Expertise in SAP S/4 HANA and with relevant implementation experience- Understanding SAP S/4HANA cloud service offerings with relevant implementation experience- Experience in more than one of the functional workstream (FICO, SD, SF, EWM, TM, Ariba, Hybris, IBP) or over-all solution architect- Worked on implementation RFP’s as a solution architect responsible for designing solutions end to end- Prior business development experience (at least 3-4 years, overall 10-14 years) with exposure to SAP Delivery.- A strong understanding of SAP and integration with other applications/systems in an IT landscape- Strong verbal and written communication with out of box thinking abilities.- Ability to understand Methodologies (Activate, Agile, SDLC, SCRUM) and other industry business fundamentals and ability to showcase a quick learning curve.- Proficient in MS Office products (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)What we look for- Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry.- An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.What working at EY offersEY offers a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to be an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, we offer:- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
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    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More