About the job

Established in 2004, Dubai Holding is a global investment company with investments in more than 34 countries and a combined workforce of nearly 45,000 individuals. In line with the vision of Dubai's leadership and economic diversification strategy, Dubai Holding companies have nurtured sectors, irrevocably transforming Dubai's socio-economic landscape and positioning Dubai as a diversified, globally integrated economy.

Dubai Holding is committed to the diversification of Dubai's non-oil economy. Our portfolio, valued at over AED 284+ billion, spans 10 sectors, including real estate, hospitality, leisure & entertainment, ICT, design, education, media, retail, manufacturing & logistics, and science.

For the Good of Tomorrow

Dubai Holding is looking to hire a Senior Manager Software Engineering at the corporate office. The job holder is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data and AI-driven applications, React-based front-end applications, and backend services using Node.js and Python. This role focuses on delivering high-quality code, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to engineering best practices. The engineer will work within agile teams to build solutions that drive business impact.

If you are ready to embark on a dynamic journey where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a real impact, we would like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Software & Full Stack Development

Design and develop responsive front-end applications using React and TypeScript.
Build scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js and Python.
Ensure code quality, maintainability, and performance through best practices and testing.

Palantir Foundry Development

Build and maintain applications, workflows, and ontology-based solutions on Palantir Foundry.
Develop data pipelines and transformations to support analytics and business use cases.
Integrate Foundry applications with front-end interfaces and external systems.

Quality & DevOps

Participate in code reviews and contribute to team coding standards and best practices.
Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes for reliable delivery.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, ensuring system reliability and performance.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Work closely with Product Owners, Data Scientists, and IT Architects to align engineering efforts with business goals.
Translate product requirements into technical roadmaps and delivery plans.
Promote agile methodologies, iterative development, and continuous feedback loops.

Who we are looking for:

5+ years of experience in software development with demonstrated leadership

Education / Professional Certifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related quantitative field
Advanced degrees preferred.

Technical Competencies:

Proficiency in React/TypeScript for front-end and Node.js/Python for backend development
Experience with Palantir Foundry platform is a strong plus (ontology, pipelines, workshops)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and DevOps tools (Git, CI/CD, Docker)
Understanding of agile development practices and collaborative workflows
Strong understanding of software architecture, APIs, and full-stack development patterns
Exposure to AI/ML concepts and integration patterns
Experience working in a tech/ product environment is a plus

Behavioral Competencies

High-energy, ownership-driven mindset
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity
Experience in agile/start-up environments preferred
Successful track record of leading complex projects is a plus

As much as we would be delighted to entertain all applicants, due to the high volumes of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted within 14 business days.

This job description is not all inclusive. Dubai Holding reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Dubai Holding is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.