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    Software Developer / Application Development – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Software Developer / Application Development – Senior Associate – JordanLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismInternational Tax ServicesManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & Summary- A software developer in the transformation team is focusing 100% of it’s time on building or customizing high quality solutions for the ME assurance teams. – A strong will to change the way we work with the aid of technology. – Eager to learn and improve the ways we develop software in the ME region taken PwC standards into consideration at all time.Overall- Develop or customize applications to the need of the Middle east region • Keep up to date on new technologies in general and PwC preferred technologies in particular.- Collaborate with other developers in or outside of the ME region.- Document all work in a structured manner and assist the solution architect with the documentation of the entire solution.- Strong in delivering on time and with high quality. High quality includes adhering to PwC security standards.- Experience of working in agile teams.

    Application development – Experience in C#, python,Google script, .net core or other object oriented languages / fullstack developer.- Experience from using Azure devops.- Experience of REST, MSSQL, Micro Services, Entity Framework and Cloud Services.Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    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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    SFCC – Front End Developer | Chalhoub Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Who we are We are a leading luxury retailer in the Middle East, with more than 600 stores, 300 brands, and over 65 years of experience in the region, we are the premiere destination for luxury goods. To fuel the next stage of our organisation’s growth we are looking to build a world class team. From physical retail through to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continuously improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for top talent to join us on this journey.Ready to join our exciting transformation to become a hybrid retailer, bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of our customers everywhere? Now’s your chance. By being part of our journey here at Chalhoub Group, you can make a real impact on customers and some of the finest brands in the world. In return, you’ll have everything you need to innovate your career.What you’ll be doing – Work on flagship websites for globally recognised brands, whilst meeting the demanding challenges on usability, resilience, performance, scalability and security. – Build cross-browser, cross-device compatible pages adhering to industry best practices – Develop templates and content slots using ISML, JavaScript/jQuery, HTML, XML, CSS, AJAX and integrate with Pipelines/Controllers on Salesforce Commerce Cloud (Demandware) platform – Responsible for architecting and defining the Front-end framework to solve complex designs and interactions that reflect the user experience and creative proposition – Mentoring and guiding all project activities on multiple small to medium sized projects or one large project – Shift between a creative and a technical focus depending on the project need and/or the type of project – Participate in developing supporting proposal materials for projects – Participate in scoping and planning work – Write technical documentation (admin guides), white papers, presentations, contributes to determining internal processes – Be a thought leader in the Front-end technologies and space – Assist in recruiting of new Front-end employees

    What you’ll need to succeed – A first experience working in an SFCC / Demandware Platform as a Frontend developer. – Sound knowledge and experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud (Demandware) SiteGenesis/SFRA framework, Services framework and other platform capabilities. – Good grasp of data structures and algorithms – Experience with front-end application architecture and development – Experience with coding modular object-oriented JavaScript – Knowledge and understanding about JavaScript design patterns (Factory Pattern, Strategy – Pattern, Module Pattern, Reveal Pattern, Facade Pattern, Asynchronous Module Definition etc.) – Well versed with jQuery framework and patterns used. Should be able to write custom plugins for jQuery – Knowledge about JavaScript MV* frameworks – Hands-on experience with AngularJS framework and its constructs like custom directives, services etc. – Hands-on experience with CSS preprocessors (SASS, LESS, STYLUS) – Understanding and hand-on experience with writing modular CSS using SMACSS and Object Oriented CSS methodologies – Understanding of front-end frameworks like Bootstrap, Semantic-UI and Foundation – Experience with RESTful APIs – Experience and understanding with writing JavaScript unit tests (Jasmine + Karma) – Experienced with front-end tooling able to write custom automation tasks for Grunt – Experienced with architecture and development of front-end tailored for various Content Management Systems in the likes of Sharepoint, Umbraco, Episerver, Sitefinity and Sitecore – Should maintain and extend front-end development Guidelines and boilerplate that is currently being used as a starting point for projects executed by both internal and offshore front-end development teams – Should be able to incorporate and understand HTML5 semantic elements and understand the SEO benefits of Microdata and Google Rich snippets for inpage SEO – University Degree in Information Systems/ Computer Science – A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience What we can offer you We will help shape your journey with us through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility.Our Group offers the opportunity to support careers that may span different teams, different job roles, different categories and even different countries. We offer diverse career paths for those who show drive and passion as well as the desire to learn and grow.Amazing benefitsWe recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, life insurance, child education contribution, remote and flexible working as well as exclusive employee discounts.

    The Chalhoub Group is the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services based in Dubai, the group has become a major player in the fashion, beauty and gift sectors regionally.

    By blending its Middle East expertise and intimate knowledge of luxury, Chalhoub Group is building brands in the region, by offering service excellence to all its partners and a unique experience to its customers through its passionate teams.

    With a growing workforce of more than 9,000 people, implemented in 14 countries, as well as the operating of over 470 retail outlets, the group’s success is attributed to its most valued asset of highly skilled and dedicated teams. Professionalism and passion are what fuel the Chalhoub Group’s competitive edge in today’s market.

    By being committed to implementing sustainable practices into their business, the Chalhoub Group has been awarded in 2013 the CSR Label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. More

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    Data Analyst | Air Arabia

    Employment:

    Full Time

    – Develops, codes, tests and debugs new highly complex software solutions or enhancements to existing software in a maintenance capacity.- Recognized as technical expert by internal and external peers.- Provides direction for entire project or a project team.- Applies advanced skills and concepts to oversee large, complex projects.- May assist in training less experienced software development staff.- Has excellent understanding of business application.- Works with technical staff to understand analytical challenges and resolve them. – Resolves customer complaints with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements. – May assist/lead in development of software technical documentation. – Designs and codes highly complex applications using routine and/or advanced technology. – May create optimization programs to resolve problems. – May design and build prototype applications.- Demonstrates broad knowledge of technical solutions. – May oversee product development. – Leads design and coding of applications using routine and/or advanced technology.

    – Data Extraction, Transformation, and Loading (ETL)using Talend, SnowFlake, Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) or similar tools such as BODI, Informatica, Data Stage, SSIS, or related technologies- Advanced understanding of relational databases (Teradata, Vertica, Oracle) andHadoop ecosystem (Big Data)- Expertise in theoretical and practical knowledge of data warehousing and data modeling- Expertise in Data Analysis, Data Profiling, and SQL Tuning- Highly skilled in SQL technologies (writing, reviewing, tuning)Proven 10+ years history as aBI/ETL developer working in an enterprise environment – Development experience with any major BI Tool including IBM Cognos, Tableau or similar toolsUse of data architecture and profiling methods to analyze data sources- Excellent problem solving skills, logical process thinking, and end-to-end system concepts- Broad experience with OLAP/OLTP concepts and terminology- Expertise in translating business requirements to project design, development, and execution- Unix scripting

    Air Arabia (PJSC), listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is the Middle East and North Africa’s first and leading low-cost carrier flying to over 100 destinations across the world. Air Arabia was the first airline to introduce the low-cost carrier concept in the region and is on a mission to serve all Arab countries and beyond, constantly undergoing aggressive route expansion, taking advantage of its ideally located hubs in the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Egypt and Jordan. Over the past thirteen years, Air Arabia, through continuous market research and customer feedback, provides a range of value added services to millions of passengers who chose to fly with Air Arabia’s fleet of A320 aircraft. The airline commenced operations in October 2003 and achieved financial break-even from its very first year of services and has been profitable ever since. More

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    Lead Consultant – Data Analytics and Data Science | MMJS Consulting

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Lead analytics & data engineering programs independently at client locations• Architect data warehousing and analytics solutions that solve problems which cut across multiple business functions • Interact with business champions, gathering requirements and delivering complete Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, and Analytics solutions.• Interface with other technology domains to extract, transform, and load data from a wide variety of data sources• Help customers with next generation user experience using Power BI advanced visuals, especially with CxOs & senior management• Lead customers into advanced analytics journey – Data science & ML initiatives. Guide them in choosing appropriate use cases

    • Minimum 6-8 years’ experience of end-to-end Analytics project implementations – Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with Azure ecosystem + Power BI• Experience with connecting to files, databases, and other sources to get data in Power BI• Modelling of tables and sound knowledge of DAX to create measures, calculated tables etc. • Sound knowledge of Data Warehousing and modelling concepts. • Experience in creating custom Time Intelligence measures, Dimensional Hierarchies and other measures using DAX.• Experience in creating business friendly and visually appealing dashboards by improvising on features provided by Power BI.• Extensive experience in using bookmarks, view selections and actions to customize look and feel/navigation of dashboards.• Experience in using Power Query for making any changes while reading data• Experience in using Azure Data Factory/SSIS as ETL tool for building a data warehouse/data lake• Experience with other Azure components for data handling and data transformation• Working knowledge of Azure services like Blob Storage, Event Hub, Azure Function etc.• Candidates should be Microsoft Power BI Certified in the below: • DA-100: Analyzing Data with Microsoft Power BI • 70-778: Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Microsoft Power BI• Exposure to Creating and maintaining partitions in Analysis Services based on datasets.• Experience in building Tabular models in Azure Analysis Services/SSAS• Scripting for managing automated scheduled refresh for Analysis Service models• Exposure to data integration tools like Azure Data Factory/SSIS/Informatica.• Experience in design and build of various ETL routines using data integration tools.• Exposure to data science & ML – Azure ML /AWS Sagemaker – As added advantage• Strong hands-on experience in following areas:• MS Power BI – Primary skill• MS Azure Analysis Services – Primary skill• MS Azure Data Factory• Additional desirable skills: Exposure to data analytics, statistical model development will be added advantage• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    MMJS is a consulting firm that is focused on adding value to its clients business through Tax, Technology and Management Consulting. Strategically located in Bahrain, Oman, UAE, Kuwait and KSA to support clients across GCC.. Having served 300+ clients, MMJS has acquired the trust of many multi-national and Government clients through uncompromising quality of work. MMJS Consulting is a Kreston Menon Group entity which is part of the globally renowned Kreston International group.

    Our VAT leadership and the team consists of experienced, passionate and ambitious staff who have VAT implementation, Advisory, Compliance and VAT Audit experience across various industries in Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and the Far East. The team is competent to provide an end-to-end solution in relation to VAT in GCC countries. More

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    Information Systems Architect & Administrator | OliOli

    Employment:

    Full Time

    FOUNDERS’ BACKGROUNDWe are young parents who have been blessed to follow our dream. Our dream is for children to be happier, more creative, more imaginative, more informed, inspired, aware, balanced and amazed. We aim to see joy on the faces of children.ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTIONOliOli® creates experiences that enable creative, open-ended, curious and non-judgmental play for children aged 2-11. OliOli consists of 8 interactive galleries (each containing hands-on, open-ended, thought-provoking activities.)Embedded in the community it serves, OliOli will be a hub for issues relevant to all parents and be a rejuvenating destination for parents.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Information Systems Architect will audit, analyze, research, implement and manage information systems across the organization.KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESAUDIT, ANALYSIS, RESEARCH & IMPLEMENTATION· Audit the current use of information systems in use by all departments and staff members· Analyse and assess understand organisational functions, workflow and requirements· Identify areas to implement changes in order of priorities, to achieve efficiencies and improved workflow· Research optimal solutions and present reports to stakeholders for consideration and evaluation· Project manage the Implementation new information systems including ERP modules for accounting, scheduling, HR, CRM and other· Create Information Systems Manuals· Staff Training (execution and co-ordination) for all Information Systems and ProcessesINFORMATION SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION· Administration of all the various Saas used by organisation including services for forms, bookings, marketing, security· Administration of all the various Saas used by organisation including services for forms, bookings, marketing, security· Management of Visitor booking platform including creation and setup of new products in co-ordination with various departments, maintaining schedules, managing reporting· Maintenance and management of Data Analystic Reporting Dashboards· Websites management in co-ordination with marketing and external service website maintenance provider· Liaison and point of contact with external IT hardware and security service provider

    Traits & Characteristics· Self-starter and self-motivated; thrives working in a team-oriented and collaborative environment· Lots of positive energy; respectful of diversity; patient and empathetic; friendly; courteous· Adaptable to perform a variety of duties.Education & Other Requirements· University Degree in Information Systems or Computer Programming· At least 3 years experience with an organisation managing various aspects of information systems· Familiarity with Saas, ERP environments· Accounting and/or Marketing exposure are a plus

    OliOli® is the Hawaiian word for ‘joy’. With 8 galleries and over 40 exhibits, OliOli is an interactive play museum of delights to stimulate a child’s body and mind.

    We exist to bring wow experiences to children of all ages – creating a wholesome and delight-filled alternative to screen-based fun. Each space has been thoughtfully conceived with creativity and innovation, designed to inspire, stimulate imagination and curiosity, and spark a love of learning. More

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    API Integration Manager | Halian

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our ClientHalian are partnered with a leading banking and financial services corporation who are undertaking major digital transformation initiatives and require an experienced API Integrations Manager.Your Responsibilities• Responsible for overseeing solution deliveries on API Connect and ensuring high quality of delivery across software life cycle like Requirements Gathering, Impact Analysis, Development, Testing and Roll Outs.• Demonstrate domain expertise associated with system enhancements and deliverables in Middleware and API Connect.• Perform appropriate level of Stakeholder Management across Business, Operations Units and Clients.• Collaborate closely with business and technology to socialize on the product features and capabilities in API Connect.• Provides leadership in architecture, design and planning to supports the banks implementation of cloud BaaS, PaaS product and services.• Collaborate with external Eco partners teams to solicit requirements, design and provisioning of platform services to support the open banking initiatives.• Conduct system analysis and development in response to user requirements, project involvement or changing technologies.• Design and develop information technology solutions making specific determinations about system performance.• Accountable for the middleware & API Connect architecture and solution design

    • Must have 12 to 16 years strong programming and support experience with minimum 5+ years of Banking domain experience.• Solid knowledge of IBM App Connect, IBM MQ, IBM API Connect.• Good Knowledge on Cloud platforms, AKS, Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift and DevOps.• Good knowledge to frame WSDL/XSD’s, RESTful as per requirement.• Computer Science degree or equivalent.

    Founded in 1996, Halian is an IT services company with a strong track record of delivering value for our customers across the UK, Europe, The Middle East and Africa.

    The experience we have gained means that we can help our clients reduce information technology costs, increase IT systems performance, and free up valuable internal resource to focus on core business activities. Our knowledge base covers a variety of industry sectors including Government, Healthcare, Telecommunications and Pharmaceuticals, as well as a specialist Financial markets capability in our Luxembourg office.

    We operate with a culture of openness and trust that helps us to develop strong working relationships with our clients and with our core technology partners Dell, Oracle, Red Hat and Symantec.

    Our three key service offerings of Managed Services, Resourcing Services and Professional Services can be used independently or integrated to provide a truly comprehensive service. More

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    Retail Banking CRM Manager | Halian

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our ClientHalian are partnered with a leading banking and financial services corporation who are undertaking major digital transformation initiatives and require an experienced Technology Manager with CRM and Customer Experience exposure within a Banking Institution.Your Responsibilities• You will be expected to contribute enhancements and support functions for MS CRM application including related development life cycle from front end to backend integration and support for existing API services, DevOps infrastructure that supports continuous deployment.• You will work in a cross-functional team with the Product Owner, Designers, Engineers and Platform owners to co-develop the digital products• Conduct system analysis and development in response to user requirements, project involvement or changing technologies.• Design and develop information technology solutions making specific determinations about system performance.• Prepare/verify production transfer documentation.• Monitor applications to ensure adequate system resources to process at production standards.• Follow up and coordinate with internal teams for SIT, UAT support and Production Rollout.• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) arising from production system disruption and gather required information and logs from the system for investigation.• Deploy bug fixes in test environment and perform SIT.• Get the fix tested by users and take appropriate actions to move the change in Production.• Coordinate with DBA for re-indexing activities as per the system DB requirements.• Coordinate with associated teams for Security/OS/DB patches in development environment

    Your Qualifications• 8-10 Years experience in experience with product designing and implementation.• Strong technical knowledge in MSCRM application area.• Should have production support experience• Moderate to strong banking domain• Ability to get the work done from team and vendor within SLA• Ability to review, understand and improve program code and system documentation.• Good verbal and written communication including ability to prepare system documentation.• Ability to complete all phases of software development life cycle including analysis, design, functionality, testing and support.• Computer Science degree or equivalent Qualification

    Founded in 1996, Halian is an IT services company with a strong track record of delivering value for our customers across the UK, Europe, The Middle East and Africa.

    The experience we have gained means that we can help our clients reduce information technology costs, increase IT systems performance, and free up valuable internal resource to focus on core business activities. Our knowledge base covers a variety of industry sectors including Government, Healthcare, Telecommunications and Pharmaceuticals, as well as a specialist Financial markets capability in our Luxembourg office.

    We operate with a culture of openness and trust that helps us to develop strong working relationships with our clients and with our core technology partners Dell, Oracle, Red Hat and Symantec.

    Our three key service offerings of Managed Services, Resourcing Services and Professional Services can be used independently or integrated to provide a truly comprehensive service. More

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    Cloud Consultant | Halian

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Working closely with sales teams to design cloud solutions.• Act as technical lead on projects• Maintenance, configuring, and operating cloud components.• Educate our clients customers on the value proposition• Work closely with project delivery team• Proficiency in assessing options (risk, performance, cost)• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners (vendors, ISVs, PaaS/SaaS)• Demonstrable understanding of modern solutions to cloud computing.

    • 7 years’ experience in cloud presales• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Ability to think strategically about business / product, technical challenges.• Strong background in cloud computing – AWS preferred• Experienced in capturing client requirements RFX• Hands on Approach to pre sales• Appreciation for microservice architecture (containerisation / orchestration etc.)

    Founded in 1996, Halian is an IT services company with a strong track record of delivering value for our customers across the UK, Europe, The Middle East and Africa.

    The experience we have gained means that we can help our clients reduce information technology costs, increase IT systems performance, and free up valuable internal resource to focus on core business activities. Our knowledge base covers a variety of industry sectors including Government, Healthcare, Telecommunications and Pharmaceuticals, as well as a specialist Financial markets capability in our Luxembourg office.

    We operate with a culture of openness and trust that helps us to develop strong working relationships with our clients and with our core technology partners Dell, Oracle, Red Hat and Symantec.

    Our three key service offerings of Managed Services, Resourcing Services and Professional Services can be used independently or integrated to provide a truly comprehensive service. More