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  • Software Engineer | United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)

    Employment: Full Time

    Job DescriptionThe NSSTC is looking to hire a software engineer to support the development of NSSTC Space mission projects and R&D activities: The Software engineer must have an understanding of real time embedded systems and experience in specifying, developing and testing real time embedded software – for time critical real time applications, such as those applied to spacecraft, landers, rovers, UAVs and Robotics.The position requires good coding skills such as C&C++ as well as modeling using High level modeling language (HML). An understanding of assembler (machine code programing) programing would be an advantage as it is required to allow the development of application programming interface (API) software. The tasks also require the development of software wrappers and test benches as well as the generation of test vectors and code test and validation coverage analysis.The role requires the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team that will be engaged in the design and development of CubeSats and Small Spacecrafts. As an engineer you will be asked to perform a variety of tasks related to the development of projects within the NSSTC including (but not limited to) generating the embedded real time system and sub-system software requirements, collecting requirements from the various systems and sub-systems that define the function of the real time embedded system software, identify and perform trade studies between various real time operating systems suitable for space applications, support the team during the various stages of project developments including integration and environmental testing.- An understanding of micro-processor and DSP based embedded computers hardware and how the embedded software interacts with it.- Model, estimate and measure the performance of the embedded software and estimate task completion time as well as required resources in terms of memory and processing performance to meet the required objectives.- Provide support during mission operations, including initial in-orbit functional validation and functional performance.- Ability to analyze problems and faults remotely when the Spacecraft is in orbit. Be able to support the generation of new software images and patches to be uploaded to the spacecraft when necessary.- The ability to work with students at UAE University as a mentor is required.- Travel may be required – both domestic and international.- The position is located at the NSSTC facility in Al Ain.- Compensation based on experience level.

    Minimum Qualification- BS or higher degree in Electronic and/or Electrical engineering, Computer Engineering / Science, Information technology, Physics, Mathematics, mechanical Engineering from an accredited institutionPreferred Qualification- BS or higher degree in Electronic and/or Electrical engineering, Computer Engineering / ScienceExpected Skills/Rank/Experience- Real time operating systems -for Embedded software – RTMES, etc- Micro-controller critical task schedulers- Software architecture, and standards for reliable Space applications software.- Software development management – requirements generation, version control, task distribution, validation and verification.- Software budgetary requirements, memory size, performance requirements (in conjunction with target hardware).- Software critical path and critical timing analysis (in conjunction with Target hardware)- Using high level modelling languages to define, specify and generate software code as well as using it for Flight software validation.- Software languages: Assembler, C & C++, JAVA, Python etc- Software Debugging and compliers- Debugging of Software on Target Hardware- Hardware specific Application Programming Interfaces (API)

    Founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAEU is a comprehensive, research-intensive university enrolling about 14,000 Emirati and international students. As the UAE’s flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges: Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Food and Agriculture; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and Science. With a distinguished international faculty, state-of-the art new campus, and full range of student support services, UAEU offers a living-learning environment that is unmatched in the UAE.
    As a research-intensive university of international stature, UAEU works with its partners in industry to provide research solutions to challenges faced by the nation, the region, and the world. The University has established research centers of strategic importance to the country and the region which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU is currently ranked the number one research university in the GCC, number two in the Arab World, and #370 globally.
    UAEU’s academic programs have been developed in partnership with employers, so our graduates are in high demand. UAEU alumni hold key positions in industry, commerce, and government throughout the region. Our continuing investments in facilities, services, and staff ensure that UAEU will continue to serve as a model of innovation and excellence. More

  • Algorithmic Trading Developer/Programmer | Venture Search – Valdere Group

    Employment: Full Time

    Venture Search is working with a proprietary trading firm based in Dubai, recruiting for an algorithmic trading developer.- This individual will join a high performance team of the industry’s best quantitative analysts, strategists, data scientists, and traders, and will be responsible for coding and deploying algorithmic trading strategies, as per strategies and models built by the quantitative analysis and trading teams.- The team will be helping build a smart and fast execution infrastructure, and deploying high volume automated intraday trading strategies, covering global markets.

    The candidate:- A highly talented python developer (with experience in other languages), with experience programming automated trading algorithms based on quantitative analysis and data science- Enjoys working with a team of equally minded professionals, in a high paced and high performance trading environment- A degree in computer science from a recognised institution, preferably with higher education (Masters/ Phd, etc)- Highly preferable – advanced experience working with PostgreSQL database management systems and data structures- A positive, problem solving attitude to work- Experience working within proprietary trading firms, systematic funds, or prop trading with top tier international banksThe role will offer an opportunity to join a newly established team and business, working within a flat organisation hierarchy with plenty of room for people to take responsibilities and operate with autonomy. A competitive remuneration package will be offered, together with relocation assistance should the successful candidate be based outside of the UAE. Applicants should be comfortable with working European market trading hours/days, whilst based in Dubai.

    Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process. By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector. Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

  • Interactive Holographic and VR Environment – Unity3D | Saudi Networkers Services (SNS Group)

    Employment: Contract

    • Expert knowledge of 3D in Unity, including experience with C# scripting, textures, animation, GUI styles, and user session management• Expert in VR application development in Unity 3D.• Experience with particle systems• Knack for writing clean, readable, and easily maintainable code• Experience implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests• Proficient knowledge of code versioning tools such as Git and TFS

    • Minimum 3-5 Years of Experiences• Familiarity with level design and planning• Ability to constantly learn and stay in touch with evolving game standards and development technologies• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming• Familiarity with current design and architectural patterns

    Saudi Networkers is one of the largest consultancies providing services to ICT, Oil & Energy, Technology, Engineering, Banking, Finance and Healthcare arena across Middle East & Africa, covered by teams, specialized in their assigned industry sector.
    Saudi Networkers founded in 2001 and has excelled ever since in providing cost effective solutions to the biggest multinational companies in MEA region with very high standards of quality whilst adhering business ethics and meeting our clients expectations.
    Today, SNS Group is one of the leading consultancies, with more than 1700+ employees worldwide, ISO 9001:2008 certified and is highly regarded. More

  • Senior Software Developer | SFM Corporate Services

    Employment: Full Time

    • Experience in project management and using project management tools.• Managing software development lifecycle and processes.• Performing DevOps tasks.• Manage website infrastructure at Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS.• Designing and managing application architecture.• A good understanding of application architecture designing is required.• Database administration and management.• Mobile application experience – Native, Cross platform, Xamarin.• Code proficiently in .Net and PHP languages.• Code proficiently in HTML, CSS and JavaScript.• Writing SQL queries for MS SQL and MySql databases.

    • 10 years of experience in IT industry.• Minimum 4 years of development experience in Microsoft .Net technologies.• Good in conceptualizing and designing application architecture.• Proficient in working in source control environment such as TFS and Git.• Expert in C# .Net MVC, HTML, JavaScript / jQuery, LINQ / SQL server, MySQL server and SQL query writing.• Expert in translating and implementing web page design and design elements from graphics to HTML and CSS.• Experience in PHP programming language, AngularJS.• Experience in mobile application development – Native, Cross platform, Xamarin.• Experience in cloud computing technologies such as Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS.• Experience in setting up and automating software development processes, such as integration of development tools with source safe platform and deployment integration to hosting servers.• Should be fluent in English speaking language to efficiently communicate among team members and stakeholders.

    SFM is specialised in company formation and administration. With offices in Geneva, the seychelles, Dubai and Hong Kong, SFM is a world’s market leader in corporate services. More

  • ERP Analyst for an FMCG Manufacturing Company | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment: Full Time

    ERP Analyst to 5k Aed for an FMCG Manufacturing Company in Dubai• Responsible for the company’s IT software and hardware requirements• Install and configure software and hardware (printers, network cards etc.)• Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and data restoration• Monitor system and network performance, TCP/IP protocols and LAN/WAN configuration• Manage ERP system, implementation, report assistance and analysis

    • POSITION: ERP ANALYST• SALARY: up to 5,000 AED all-inclusive, depending on experience and qualifications• HIRING COMPANY: FMCG Manufacturing Company• WORK LOCATION: Dubai, UAE• AVAILABILITY: Can join immediately (max 1-month)• EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PermanentCANDIDATE PROFILE:• Open to ANY nationality• Male or Female, 40 years old and belowQUALIFICATIONS:• Bachelor’s Degree in IT/Computer Science or any relevant course• Minimum 3 years of working experience in the UAE• Well experienced in ERP system particularly Microsoft Dynamics and SAP system• Hands-on experience from development and implementation

    RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa. More

  • Ecommerce Admin Specialist with Customer Care Experience | BAC Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    On behalf our client, we are looking for an Ecommerce Admin Specialist with customer care experience, to join their startup business specialising in retail and FMCG. The role requires an energetic, adaptable individual to manage marketplace content, trouble shoot and update the ecommerce CMS including product entries, client, and supplier data etc. Additionally, you will be required to manage incoming customer and supplier feedback, complaints and success stories to the relevant departments and interface with customers to resolve or action their requests.Responsibilities:- Manage aspects of the user experience including optimisation of site content, setting up and executing promotions, and continuously optimizing site merchandising,- Ensure the accuracy of merchandising, product information, promotions and assets on the production site, consistently monitoring and checking everything is running smoothly,- Working closely with merchants for maintaining the accuracy and running smooth orders, collections and ensure the merchant cycle is completed successfully,- Maintain updates and resolve issues regarding site experience,- Work closely with the developer, designer and business development team to ensure new features, capabilities, design for improving overall experience is implemented,- Working closely with customer care lead for evaluating users’ issues, comments, feedback and implement a close loop resolution technique for delivering solutions and improve the overall experience,- Assist in executing an ongoing strategy for e-Commerce, inclusive of both sales and marketing plans.- Continuously seek new ways of understanding and fulfilling the needs of our customers, improving customer satisfaction in the shopping funnel and journey.- Work closely with technology and brand teams to identify and drive opportunities to optimize navigation and usability to maximize conversion.- Ensure all products in respective merchandise division are online, beautifully and strategically merchandised across the site, and are represented in the category listing pages and trend shops.- Data analysis on competitive products and competitors to adjust category strategy based on assessment of the competitive landscape and emerging online trends.- Daily monitoring of incoming product to ensure the product listings are maintained and updated- Support and contribute to the creation and execution of all e-commerce promotional activities.- Assist with creative content management including updating homepages, product pages and catalogues, blogs and key content pages, descriptions, images, pricing, categorization and up/cross sells.- Manage and measure data acquisition and email marketing strategy.- Drive site personalization and segmentation strategy to create relevant, value-added and engaging customer experience.- Maintain and optimize our website navigation including sorting/filtering options to provide an optimized shopping experience online.- Responsible for increasing onsite search conversion and sales through continuous optimization.- Working closely with our sales & marketing team to transparently transfer problems, success stories and how to fully utilize such for delivering better customer experience,- Recommend web site improvements and develop budgets to support recommendations.- Utilize customer and site visitor analytics to make data-driven decisions and derive insightful hypothesis that will optimize the shopping and navigational experience,- Work collaboratively across Business Development, Marketing, and Operations to ensure site business objectives and KPIs are consistently achieved,- Work with the Manager to develop Ecommerce assortments for the site – help identify any specific product development needs to drive business results,- Work closely on the social feed within the platform to ensure client and supplier satisfaction and develop techniques for maintaining the success for such feeds,- Continuous focus with the team on driving conversion and revenue- Work closely with our fulfilment teams for ensuring smooth product shipment to clients,- Ensuring product delivery with no issues is part of your responsibilities,- Consistently monitoring the Refund and Return queries triggered by clients for ensuring smooth policy implementation, working closely for understanding reasons and work on avoiding them in future.- Consistently monitoring the finance aspects of the orders or/and Refund/Return queries and ensure that all invoices, receipts and orders are in smooth progress, correct and fix the issues that might occur or reported by the clients, fulfillment suppliers or entire team- Work hand by hand with the admin team to ensure all requests, clients are having the proper service integrity and fix any issues that might be occurred or reportedLocation:The opportunity to work remotely is available however this is at the discretion of the client. Please note that candidates will need to be located in Dubai.

    Skillset:- CMS Administration i.e. Shopify, Magento, Wordpress- Knowledge of SEO implementation- Customer Service Care via phone and web- Strong verbal and written communication skills- Ownership and responsibility of tasks assigned- Ability to adapt and learn to suit the growing needs of an up and coming businessEducation:- Degree in IT, Web Development or similar is preferred, however exceptions may be made for the right candidate.

    BAC Middle East – the longest established professional recruitment consultancy in the UAE. Established in 1979, we have been at the forefront of the region’s recruitment industry for 40 years and were the first firm of our type in the world to achieve ISO9001 certification: a reflection of our constant emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction.
    With our well-developed infrastructure and staff strength, we are able to assist you with recruitment needs ranging from junior professionals through to middle and senior management, whatever your industry sector.
    BAC’s proven regional experience and resources can help ensure that you recruit the best available candidates and enjoy the many advantages of a managed recruitment process. More

  • WordPress Developer – Dubai | BAC Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    On behalf our esteemed client, we are looking to hire a WordPress developer that loves solving problems to assist with multiple, upcoming projects.This position requires experience building high scale websites by combining programming skills and aesthetics. This role is specifically designed for someone who enjoys working on a variety of projects in a serious, but fun start-up environment.

    Responsibilities:• Use CMS platforms, such as WordPress, Drupal, Processwire, and others to develop websites for a variety of clients• Formulate an effective, responsive design based on the latest techniques and to meet client’s branding objectives• Ensure high-performance and readability of code• Plan and execute complex projects• Understand the needs of clients in a variety of industries and translate into websites and applications that exceed expectations• Work as a member of the team to design a functional, secure, and responsive site• Collaborate with other team members in order to meet deadlines• Speak directly with clients to collect feedback on milestone deliverables and implement into the design• Understand customer needs, motivations, and behaviors to translate them into website design• Develop and implement a custom design, features, and functionality for clients• Address questions from the client, design team, and management in a timely mannerRequired Skills:• Expert in WordPress, Drupal, Processwire, and other CMS platforms• Experience in WordPress plugins; WPML, Mailchimp, Contact forms.. etc.• Complete understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, PHP• Experience with Photoshop a plus• Ability to manage time efficiently and multitask to meet strict deadlines• Adaptability to change the direction of a project on a moment’s notice• Comfortable working as a team with the ability to clearly convey ideas and solutions to problems and projects• Understanding of latest SEO trends and best practices• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a teamQualifications:• Bachelor’s Degree; or• 3-5 Years of Design Experience• Professional Portfolio• 2-3 recommendationsJob Types: Full-time

    BAC Middle East – the longest established professional recruitment consultancy in the UAE. Established in 1979, we have been at the forefront of the region’s recruitment industry for 40 years and were the first firm of our type in the world to achieve ISO9001 certification: a reflection of our constant emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction.
    With our well-developed infrastructure and staff strength, we are able to assist you with recruitment needs ranging from junior professionals through to middle and senior management, whatever your industry sector.
    BAC’s proven regional experience and resources can help ensure that you recruit the best available candidates and enjoy the many advantages of a managed recruitment process. More

  • Data Center Operations Lead – KSA National | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    The DC Ops Shift Lead is responsible for monitoring systems availability in the data center and working with relevant teams to fix any systems failures.Client DetailsOur client is a well back, leading government organisation that is currently undergoing a period of high growth.Description* Data Center Environmental Monitoring, Testing, Identify, logs, and report System failure to appropriate support personnel* Communicating status and alerts to all relevant departments and escalating issues to on call L2 & L3 infrastructure support personnel* Monitor Systems Availability in the Data Center and report System failure to appropriate support personnel* Monitor System Backup logs* Plan routine maintenance, performing administration tasks, perform precautionary system maintenance following L2 & L3 infrastructure support guidelines* Handle IT Service Desk calls after working hours and/or in weekends* Monitor Network Availability – Network Operations Center (NOC)* Provide back-up assistance to the Technical Service Desk by answering calls and resolving customer issuesJob Offer* Highly competitive salary package on offer for the right candidate

    * Bachelor Degree in Computer Science preferred or equivalent relevant work experience and/or hardware/software certification(s).* 5+ years of professional IT experience providing Data Center Operations and Management and support.* Good experience of Manage Engine ITSM & OpManager Products and Tools* Working knowledge of network standards/procedures and telecommunications trouble-shooting* Have excellent knowledge about network infrastructure, operating systems and hardware deployment

    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