Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 2+ years of software development experience. Must have a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, programming fundamentals, and hands-on experience with at least one enterprise programming language (.NET/C#, Java, or similar). Proficiency in APIs, system integration, relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle), SQL, and version control systems (Git) is essential. Strong competencies in stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and communication are also required.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
IT - Software & Web Development
Company Industry
Software & Internet Services
Job description
We are looking for a software developer to support the development, enhancement, integration, and maintenance of internal information systems. The role will work closely with business users and IT stakeholders to deliver reliable, secure, and efficient applications aligned with organizational requirements.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on software development experience, a good understanding of APIs and system integration, database knowledge, and the ability to troubleshoot and support applications through development, testing, UAT, and deployment.
Requirements
Key responsibilities
Develop, test, maintain, and enhance internal applications and information systems.
Analyze requirements and work closely with business users to understand application and system needs.
Implement system enhancements, fixes, and continuous improvements.
Participate in system integration activities, including APIs and SAP interfaces.
Support integration between internal applications, enterprise systems, and external interfaces.
Assist with database design, development, maintenance, and data-related activities.
Develop and maintain reliable, scalable, and maintainable application components.
Troubleshoot application and system issues and provide timely resolutions.
Support user acceptance testing (UAT), defect resolution, deployment, and post-deployment activities.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, system documentation, and user guides.
Follow established software development standards, coding practices, security policies, and IT governance requirements.
Collaborate with business users, IT teams, and other stakeholders throughout the application development lifecycle.
Contribute to reporting, system improvements, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure accurate system integrations and database updates.
Support application stability, availability, and performance of assigned systems.
Required technical skills
Software development
Minimum 2+ years of software development experience.
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and programming fundamentals.
Hands-on experience with at least one programming language such as:
.NET / C#
Java
or a similar enterprise programming language.
Experience developing, testing, debugging, and maintaining business applications.
APIs & system integration
Basic to intermediate understanding of REST APIs and system integration concepts.
Experience working with APIs, integrations, interfaces, or web services.
Exposure to SAP interfaces / SAP integration is an advantage.
Ability to understand integration requirements and troubleshoot integration-related issues.
Database
Experience working with relational databases.
Knowledge of databases such as:
SQL Server
Oracle
or similar relational database technologies.
Understanding of SQL, database design, queries, data manipulation, and database maintenance.
Web technologies
Familiarity with web development technologies.
Understanding of frontend / backend application interaction and web-based information systems.
Version control & development tools
Hands-on knowledge of Git or other version control systems.
Familiarity with standard software development and deployment practices.
ERP / enterprise systems
Experience working in ERP environments is an advantage.
Exposure to SAP is highly desirable.
Application development & delivery
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute across the application lifecycle, including:
Requirement understanding
Solution development
Coding and configuration
Testing and debugging
System integration
UAT support
Deployment
Production support
Documentation
Continuous improvement
Required competencies
Stakeholder engagement: Ability to work effectively with business users, IT teams, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and support successful application delivery.
Results orientation: Ability to deliver assigned development tasks within agreed timelines and take ownership of issues through resolution.
Collaboration: Strong ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a highly cooperative environment.
Effective communication: Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Adaptability: Ability to learn new technologies, systems, processes, and business requirements and adapt to changing priorities.
Professionalism: High level of integrity, accountability, reliability, and professional conduct.
Technical & functional competencies
Solution development / programming: Basic to proficient understanding of application development and programming.
System & technology integration: Understanding of APIs, interfaces, and enterprise system integration.
IT strategy & governance: Basic understanding of IT standards, governance, and development practices.
Quality control: Ability to develop quality code, perform testing, identify defects, and support UAT.
User experience design: Basic understanding of usability and user experience principles when developing business applications.
Education
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a related field.
Certifications - advantage
Certifications in software development, cloud, databases, or relevant technologies will be an advantage, including:
Microsoft Certified Developer
Oracle certifications
AWS certifications
Other relevant software development or technology certifications
Preferred experience
Candidates with exposure to any of the following will be preferred:
Enterprise application development
ERP environments
SAP interfaces / integration
.NET / C# development
Java development
SQL Server / Oracle
REST APIs and web services
Internal business information systems
Application support and production troubleshooting
UAT and deployment support
What success looks like
Development tasks are delivered within agreed timelines.
Applications are delivered with strong code quality and minimal defects.
System issues and bugs are resolved within agreed SLAs.
Supported applications remain stable, reliable, and available.
UAT cycles are completed effectively with minimal rework.
Technical documentation and user guides are accurate and maintained.
Development and security standards are consistently followed.
System integrations and database updates are accurate and reliable.
The developer actively contributes to application and process improvements.
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