Smart Solutions Development Director (priority for UAE Nationals)

About the Role

The Smart Solutions Development Director is responsible for leading a team of software development professionals focused on business and e-learning software application development, support, maintenance, database administration, and project management. This role ensures high levels of system availability, usability, security, and client service for the university. The Director routinely consults with university stakeholders to analyze, recommend, and implement software solutions that meet business, academic, research, and training needs. The position requires strategic planning, leadership, and continuous improvement of software development processes and technologies to deliver world-class solutions aligned with institutional goals.

Key Responsibilities

• check_circle Lead and supervise software development staff, including work allocation, training, performance evaluation, and problem resolution.
• check_circle Plan and manage departmental budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and monitoring.
• check_circle Consult with university stakeholders to analyze, recommend, and implement software solutions for business, academic, research, and training needs.
• check_circle Anticipate future software solution requirements and develop strategic plans to meet evolving institutional needs.
• check_circle Ensure continuous availability, security, and usability of all applications through effective technology implementation.
• check_circle Adopt and promote best practices and world-class standards in software development and architecture.
• check_circle Champion continuous improvement and innovation in software development processes and technologies, including cloud-native services.
• check_circle Ensure high levels of user satisfaction among learners, staff, and faculty.
• check_circle Implement and monitor Information Security Management System (ISMS) guidelines and ensure compliance with security standards.
• check_circle Collaborate with relevant committees and divisions to assess and mitigate information security risks.
• check_circle Ensure adherence to health and safety laws, regulations, and institutional policies.

Qualifications

• check_circle Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, or a related field from an accredited university; a master’s degree is an advantage.
• check_circle Minimum of 7 years of relevant software development experience, including at least 5 years in a management position.
• check_circle AWS Certified Associate or Professional level certifications; PMP certification required; TOGAF certification is an advantage.
• check_circle Proven expertise in at least four of the following areas: native cloud solutions, application security, open source technologies, database technologies, business process modeling and automation, mobile software development, or software delivery solutions.
• check_circle Strong knowledge of software development architecture, e-business and e-learning solutions, and IT trends.
• check_circle Excellent leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• check_circle Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• check_circle Effective communication skills in English; Arabic language proficiency is an advantage.
• check_circle Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and provide operational guidance to technical teams.
• check_circle Demonstrated skills in planning, budgeting, and fiscal management, with a customer service-oriented approach.