Software Development Specialist

Help AG is looking for a talented and experienced Software Development Specialist who will be responsible for software development and maintenance of company’s software systems on Azure Cloud and/or Oracle Cloud. This is a remote role; however, occasional travel to Help AG Headquarters in Dubai may be required. They will be pivotal in the further development of bespoke customer facing applications and migration of on-prem and legacy solutions into Microsoft/Oracle Clouds. They will utilize expert level experience and knowledge in software development and engineering best practice recommendations combined with a strong current and deep experience with Java technology stack to support with design and development of all internal applications. They must have a very structured work approach and skills as a team player. They need to be ready to work in a challenging environment with highest Cybersecurity demand.

The role will offer a variety of responsibilities, from being hands on to working with other technical experts and getting engaged into external requirements related to Cybersecurity. This role will also require occasional travel to Help AG Headquarters in Dubai. The ideal candidate will understand and be able to demonstrate the following key related technologies:

o   Customer facing applications, analysis, design, development, test, maintenance and troubleshooting.

o   Governance and best practice for security, authentication & information architecture.

o   Java frameworks (Spring), Microservices Architecture, Event Driven Architecture (EDA), Test Driven Design (TDD), and Single Page Application (SPA)

o   Agile practices, and DevSecOps.

o   Understanding of Authentication technologies OAuth/OpenID-Connect Azure B2C AD

o   Strong knowledge on Azure and OCI clouds services.

o   Linux / Docker / Kubernetes

o   Git / SVN / TFS

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with software delivery team to execute SDLC processes of analyze requirements, design solution, implementation software code, test, deploy and troubleshoot.

• Work closely with the internal team of cybersecurity SME’s, business owners and cybersecurity analysts while coordinating with internal/external developers to improve and create and implement software requirements adding value to the business and increase transparency and efficiency.

• Professional project management for various internal development and improvements.

• Follow a very structured work approach with diligent documentation in Git and maintaining a professional change management.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or similar.

• Remote working in India, and occasional travel to Help AG Headquarters, Dubai.

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as Software Developer/Engineer, or similar, who has attained a graduate degree in computer science, statistics, informatics, information systems or another quantitative field.

• Experience with software development design and architecture best practices.

• Experience using the following software/tools/technologies (experience is a must):

  o   Frontend: Angular, React, Typescript, JavaScript, HTML, CSS

  o   Backend: Java, Sprint Boot, Spring Data. Node.js

  o   Datastores: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Kafka, RabbitMQ

  o   Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes

  o   Clouds: Azure Cloud, Oracle Cloud, AWS Cloud

  o   AI Knowledge & Tools: RAG, Agentic AI, n8n, LangChain

  o   Scripting: Bash, Python

• Experience in integrating from various data source and systems, such as SIEM, ITSM, ERP, CRM, HCM, etc.

• Advanced working SQL knowledge and experience working with relational databases, query authoring (SQL) as well as working familiarity with a variety of databases.

• Experience working with REST APIs, and NoSQL datastores.

• Strong project management and organizational skills.

• Supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

About Us:

Help AG is the cybersecurity arm of e& enterprise (formerly Etisalat Digital) and provides leading enterprise businesses and governments across the Middle East with strategic consultancy combined with tailored information security services and solutions that address their diverse requirements, enabling them to evolve securely with a competitive edge.

Present in the Middle East since 2004, Help AG was strategically acquired by e& (formerly Etisalat Group) in Feb 2020, hence creating a cybersecurity and digital transformation powerhouse in the region.

Help AG has firmly established itself as the region's trusted IT security advisor by remaining vendor-agnostic, trustworthy, independent, and cybersecurity focused. With best-of-breed technologies from industry-leading vendor partners, expertly qualified service delivery teams and a state-of-the-art consulting practice, Help AG delivers unmatched value to its customers by strengthening their cyber defenses and safeguarding their business.