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    IT Enterprise Architect – Saudi National | WSP

    Employment:

    Full Time

    About the Role:Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise, and working on projects that transform society for all of us.WSP is looking for an IT Enterprise Architect for our major project in Jeddah.A typical week would include:• Responsible for overseeing, improving and upgrading enterprise services, software and hardware• Work with IT Director and project leaders to develop the most effective, flexible, and scalable architecture to meet the current and future needs of the programme• Responsible for translating strategic business requirements into live working systems• Day-to-day operations of managing the enterprises network – hardware and software deployment and upgrades, network configuration and setup, network and system administration, monitoring, incident resolution, problem management, configuration and change management, and capacity planning.• Maintaining a comprehensive program of software and hardware updates and upgrades• Documenting and maintaining a comprehensive record of hardware refresh programmes along with operating and replacement cost models• Migration of existing networks and platforms over to newly built enterprise solutions• Creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for key network activities and policies, e.g. network maintenance and downtime• Liaise and collaborate with key role-players, viz. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Specialist, IT Cloud Specialist, Security Specialist, IT Infrastructure Specialist, Project Management Information Specialist and GIS Specialist to ensure the Enterprise Solution integrates effectively with other areas and technologies and caters for their functionality needs• Liaise and collaborate with external providers and resources to keep ahead of best-of-breed new developments, technology and deployments• Ensure there is a clear and updated strategy and roadmap, along with all development stages and requirements, ensuring the network and network capacity is planned and implemented to keep track with organisational and programme requirements• Liaises with external providers / vendors regarding support, functionality, troubleshooting and shaping/mapping of overall network and enterprise solution• Active troubleshooting, testing and support to resolve all network and user issues• Overall responsibility, as IT Enterprise Architect subject matter expert (SME), to ensure a complete fit-for-purpose enterprise solution is designed, implemented and operated at all times

    We’d love to hear from you if you have:• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or IT• 10 years’ related IT experienceStrong Architectural Framework knowledge / certification in hand• TOGAF’s ADM• Zachman• Gartner’s Enterprise Architecture Method• SABSA – Enterprise Security Architecture• Business Architecture Body of Knowledge (BizBoK)• NIST Enterprise Architecture Model• ISO Standard for Enterprise Modelling (ISO 19439)Strong Enterprise Architecture Certification in hand• AWS Certified Solution Architect• Axelos ITIL Master Certification• CISSP Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSIP-ISSAP)• Open Group TOGAF 9 Certification• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills• Working experience with SQL, data sourcing, enterprise data management and modeling• Strong experience in cloud computing, system architecture, strategy development and enterprise solutions• Working technical knowledge of current industry systems software, protocols, and standards, including [firewalls, Active Directory…]• Strong system administration (Linux/Unix or Windows) at the command-line level• Experience with running and maintaining scripting [PowerShell, Puppet, Chef, etc.]• Strong knowledge of network administration• Hands-on software and hardware troubleshooting experience• Experience with data management• Experience documenting and maintaining configuration and process information• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws such as CITC, NCA, NDMO• Virtual private cloud solutions and operations• Public cloud operations, including local cloud providers• Networking in the cloud• Storage and archiving in the cloud• Ability to work under pressure and operate in a high-pressure environment• Ability to work in and as a part of a Specialist Team to ensure an overall ICT Solution for the organization and project• Where applicable, provide training and skills transfer to identified support staff and areas• Thorough working knowledge and subject matter expert (SME) relating to IT Enterprise Solutions – w.r.t design, implementation, customizing, shaping, analytics, troubleshooting and overall solutionWhat if we can?What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.Be you, be happy – we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring.?Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

    WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With 36,000 talented people in more than 500 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. More

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    Java (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud) | A Leading Company In UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Responsible for the design, program unit test and functional test of software platform and server• Write well designed, testable, efficient code• Contribute in all phases of the development lifecycle• Working together with other teams to enhance the collaboration• Ensure technical projects can cover functional and stability• Involve in optimization and secondary development of the products to boost the operation of the business model• Run tests to identify design flaws and bugs, such as performing code reviews and performance analyses.

    Salary:
    AED
    10,000 to 30,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field required• At least 4-year of Java-related developing experience• Strong experiences of Java backend based on Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, knowledge level on Spring Cloud Alibaba is a plus• RESTful APIs in a production environment experience with advanced HTTP and Swagger, producing & consuming service endpoints• Database: relevant experience with relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL or Oracle• Test coverage: competent skills in unit and integration tests• Adequate knowledge of Continuous Integration/Deployment, and Docker are plus• Proactive, can work in a team or independently• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills• Strong Agile/Scrum development experience• English communication and Effective communication skills

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    Java engineer (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud) | A Leading Company In UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Responsible for the design, program unit test and functional test of software platform and server• Write well designed, testable, efficient code• Contribute in all phases of the development lifecycle• Working together with other teams to enhance the collaboration• Ensure technical projects can cover functional and stability• Involve in optimization and secondary development of the products to boost the operation of the business model• Run tests to identify design flaws and bugs, such as performing code reviews and performance analyses.

    Salary:
    AED
    10,000 to 30,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field required• At least 4-year of Java-related developing experience• Strong experiences of Java backend based on Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, knowledge level on Spring Cloud Alibaba is a plus• RESTful APIs in a production environment experience with advanced HTTP and Swagger, producing & consuming service endpoints• Database: relevant experience with relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL or Oracle• Test coverage: competent skills in unit and integration tests• Adequate knowledge of Continuous Integration/Deployment, and Docker are plus• Proactive, can work in a team or independently• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills• Strong Agile/Scrum development experience• English communication and Effective communication skills

    A leading company in UAE. More

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    Java Developer | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position Title: IT Developer/Java DeveloperEmployment Type: Full Time Salary: all-inclusive depending on experience and qualifications Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAEAbout the Client: The second largest market in the Arab region and its strategy of providing stable financial performance with diversified sources of incomes is aligned with the guiding principles of the UAE “Towards the next 50” agenda.Job Description: ? Work as part of a software development team? Write code per app specifications? Test to ensure designs are in compliance with specifications? Make recommendations to existing job infrastructure? Designs and develops user interfaces to internet/intranet applications by setting expectations and features priorities throughout development life cycle; determining design methodologies and tool sets; completing programming using languages and software products; designing and conducting tests.? Recommends system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives.? Integrates applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.? Completes applications development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities; contributing to team meetings; troubleshooting development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms.

    Qualifications:? At least 5 years of relevant experience in developing apps? Strong background in Java and Java Applets programming? Expert Level in C#.net, VB.net, Asp.net, Java script, Ajax, Jquery, Web Services,? Experience in Web Programming Skills, Web User Interface Design, Software Requirements, Software Development Process, Object-Oriented Design (OOD), Multimedia Content Development, Software Debugging? Professional IT Certification is a plus

    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

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    IT – Robotic Process Automation – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryOur Firm:Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has more than 6,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.We have an unparalleled range of expert capabilities from Strategy, through Advisory and Consulting to Legal, Tax and Assurance Services, underpinned by the standout digital platform in the region.Our Mission:One Firm : Transforming our region.Our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems.In an increasingly complex world, we help intricate systems function, adapt and evolve so they can benefit communities and society – whether they are capital markets, tax systems or the economic systems within which business and society exist. We help our clients to make informed decisions and operate effectively within themOur Values:Creating value through diversity. Be yourself. Be different.At PwC, we respect and value differences. We know that when people from different backgrounds and with different points of view work together, we create the most value – for our clients, our people and society.As part of our commitment to individuality we are pleased to hear from candidates from diverse backgrounds, with a mixture of skills, capabilities and experience from the below Job Description.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Serve as senior developer for UiPath or RPA solutions – Work with business analysts and customers to understand processes. Map the as-is process into automated steps. – Implement, configure, and test RPA solutions. – Assist in deployment of RPA bots – Assist in operations and maintenance to update and maintain bots – Ability to integrate RPA into other technologies in order to achieve the goals of automation – Continue knowledge growth in RPA technologies to continually bring value to customers. – Ability to contribute to other aspects of development projects, a plus. – Demonstrated experience in UiPath in building RPA bots and solutions – Experience in full life cycle implementations (i.e., requirements, analysis, design, implementation, testing, deploying, and operations & maintenance). – Communicates effectively (written and verbal) with team and customers – Good problem-solving skills – Proactive and self-motivated – Curious and willing to learn new technologies – Strong independent worker and team contributor

    Required Experience:- At least 1 year of experience as a UiPath developer – At least 2 years of experience as a Software Developer Education and Training:- UiPath Developer or Advanced Developer Certification

    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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    IT – Software Development Team Lead – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryThe Senior Developer oversees the design and building of all software applications. This includes researching, designing, documenting, and modifying software specifications throughout the production lifecycle. The Developer lead will also analyze and lead the effort to amend software errors in a timely and accurate fashion and provide status reports where required.. The Software Development Team Lead will provide technical and team leadership through coaching and mentorship.Responsibilities:  Strategy & Planning- Lead and assist other developers, analysts, and designers in conceptualizing and developing new software programs and applications. – Plan phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC) for a variety of projects. – Assist in the preparation and documentation of software requirements and specifications. – Research and document requirements of software users – Architect applications for ease of maintenance and longevity – Directly work with product managers to align on product lifecycle Acquisition & Deployment- Conduct research on emerging application development best practices, languages, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts. – Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades. Operational Management- Consistently write, translate, code, and test software programs and applications according to specifications. – Run and monitor software performance tests on new and existing programs for the purposes of correcting errors, isolating areas for improvement, and general debugging. – Administer critical analysis of test results and deliver solutions to problem areas. – Generate statistics and prepare and write reports for management and/or team members on the status of the programming process. – Guide the development and maintenance of user manuals and guidelines. – Oversee installation and product support for end-users as required. – Liaise with other technical teams, network administrators, systems analysts, and software engineers to assist in resolving problems with software products or company software systems. – Take responsibility for ensuring that risks and issues are identified and managed closely and drive all stakeholders to deliver on time and to the required quality standards – Provide hands-on technical and functional input to the design, maintenance, build, integration and testing of complex software components according to functional and technical design specifications; follow software development methodologies and release processes.

    Knowledge & Experience- Working technical knowledge of programming languages, and abstraction concepts at the application and data layers including Java, JavaScript, JEE, SQL, Mongo, react and Mendix – Experience working with enterprise applications. – Hands-on experience working in integrated development environments, including mulesoft – Extensive experience with Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux operating systems. – Familiarity with the professional service industry ( preferred) – Solid working knowledge of current development technologies. – Hands-on software troubleshooting experience. – Experience with all phases of the software development life cycle. – Familiarity with software development methodologies. – Experience with communicating business needs to technical teams. Personal Attributes- Flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new technologies. – Proven leadership ability. – Strong written and oral communication skills. – Strong interpersonal skills. – Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products. – Highly logical. – Technically proficient. – Highly self-motivated and directed. – Keen attention to detail. – Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities. – Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. – Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. – Emphasizes quality and process. Minimum Requirements:- Experience as a Software Developer or Solution Architect – Prior experience in a technical leadership position – University degree in Computer Science or a related discipline

    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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    Senior Software Development Engineer – SDE III | Amazon.ae

    Employment:

    Full Time

    DESCRIPTIONAre you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Emerging Markets Retail Expansion Team. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in retail and retail systems and tools to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even imagine yet. We invent new improvements every day. We will give you the tools and support you need to invent and grow with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and most importantly fun!As a Senior Software engineer, you will be working with passionate and diverse team of engineers on developing and extending exciting products for a wide range of internal and external customers including: consumers, vendors, in addition to brands and vendors managers. You will be collaborating with cross-functional teams and work alongside product management, research, and engineers to shape and build the future of Retail not only in MENA region but also in other emerging markets. You will have significant influence on our overall strategy by helping define features, drive the software architecture, and spearhead the best practices that enable a quality.Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.Work/life BalanceOur team puts a high value on work-life balance. It isn’t about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it’s about the balance you establish that brings energy to both parts of your life. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.Mentorship & Career GrowthOur team is dedicated to supporting new members. We are building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Our senior members enjoy one-on-one mentoring and thorough, but kind, code reviews. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded engineer and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS· Bachelor’s degree in computer science (or related field) or equivalent industry experience.· 7+ years professional experience in software development.· 2+ years of experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems.· Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, or Perl.· Experience with Relational and No SQL Databases.· Strong fundamentals in core Computer Science areas like Object Oriented Design, Data Structures and Algorithms.· Ability to take a project from scoping requirements through actual launch of the project.· Strong problem-solving skills and analytical skills.· 2+ years of experience as a mentor, tech lead OR leading an engineering team.· Hands-on experience developing large scale web applications including architectural decisions, Programming language choices, frameworks and implementation.· Solid understanding of professional software engineering best practices including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, testing, and operations· Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS· Graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in Computer Science or related field· Experience designing, building and operating mission critical, highly scalable distributed software Solutions and systems.· Prior knowledge of Vendors Management, Software Arabization and RTL.· Demonstrated Capability to provide depth and breadth technical leadership to agile teams.· Experience with AI and ML.

    Amazon.ae, formerly Souq.com, is an English-Arabic language e-commerce platform, owned by Amazon, Inc. It is the largest e-commerce platform in the Arab world. On March 28, 2017, Amazon.com Inc. confirmed it would be acquiring Souq.com for $580 million. On May 1, 2019, Souq.com became known as Amazon.ae. More

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    Mobile iOS Developer – Level Shoes | Chalhoub Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Who we are We are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere. To fuel the next stage of our 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 of exploring new horizons together. At Level Shoes, our Mobile Developer contributes to the creation of mobile solutions, as well as the development and maintenance of iOS application. You will design for the Level iOS platform while collaborating with internal and external teams. You will be responsible for ensuring that the delivered software components provide the necessary functionality and performance in accordance with the overall requirements to create the ultimate mobile experience. What you’ll be doing: – Design and build applications in the iOS platform – Building, deploying, testing mobile apps, and releasing them to the Apple App Store – Build top architectures to build top features in Swift – Applying designed user-interfaces with a pixel-perfectionist developer Mindset – Contributing to project analysis processes in collaboration with Project Managers and other team members. What you’ll need to succeed: – Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, etc. – 3+ years of extensive experience in mobile development in iOS – Prior experience in handling mobile apps from 0 to release and later live maintenance – Excellent knowledge about the iOS/SDK environment such as UIKit, Foundation – Experience with programming in SwiftUI, and limited (for maintenance of existing projects) in Objective-C – Good knowledge in using web services (json/rest, soap/xml) – Experience in working with version control systems (Git) – Having knowledge of tools: PaintCode, Sketch, Atlassian JIRA/SourceTree/Confluence, – Knowledge of social media integration (OAuth, OpenGraph, Facebook/Twitter API) – Having experience in working in agile teams. What you’ll need to make the difference: – Start-up experience – Growth mindset – Experience within Enterprise commerce system – Stakeholder management What we can offer you With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day. We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts. To view all our perks and benefits, click here.

    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