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DevOps Architect

Katim Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posted: 16 May 2025

Financial

  • Estimate: $90k - $120k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Apply from abroad
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

KATIM is a leader in developing innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As part of the Space & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, KATIM is committed to providing advanced cyber capabilities by delivering resilient, secure, end-to-end solutions across various sectors including Networks, Ultra Secure Mobile Devices, Applications, and Satellite Communications. With a global presence from our headquarters in Abu Dhabi to offices in the UAE and Finland, KATIM empowers organizations worldwide with the assurance that their mission-critical information and communications remain private and secure.

Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time

Key Responsibilities:

  • DevOps Architecture and Strategy:

    • Design and implement the overall DevOps architecture for software-defined radio (SDR) platforms.
    • Develop and maintain the strategic roadmap for DevOps practices and tooling.
    • Establish best practices for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment.
    • Architect scalable and secure infrastructure for SDR development and testing environments.
  • CI/CD Pipeline Development:

    • Build and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines for SDR software components.
    • Implement automated testing frameworks for software and firmware validation.
    • Develop deployment strategies to ensure minimal downtime and maximum reliability.
  • Infrastructure Management:

    • Design and implement infrastructure as code for consistent environment provisioning.
    • Manage containerization and orchestration platforms for microservices architecture.
    • Optimize infrastructure for performance, reliability, and security.
    • Implement disaster recovery and business continuity solutions.
  • Security Implementation:

    • Integrate security practices throughout the development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
    • Implement secure coding practices and automated security scanning.
  • Monitoring and Observability:

    • Implement comprehensive monitoring solutions for SDR systems and infrastructure.
    • Establish metrics and KPIs for measuring system reliability and performance.
  • Team Leadership and Collaboration:

    • Lead and mentor DevOps engineers and infrastructure teams.
    • Collaborate with software development, hardware engineering, and QA teams.
  • Process Improvement:

    • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and quality.
  • Documentation and Knowledge Management:

    • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure and processes.
  • Research and Innovation:

    • Research and evaluate new tools and technologies for potential adoption.
  • Compliance and Governance:

    • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.

Education and Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
  • Preferred: Master’s or PhD in a related field focusing on wireless communications, embedded systems, or cybersecurity.
  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in DevOps, infrastructure engineering, or similar roles.
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
  • Minimum 4+ years of experience in wireless communication.

Key Skills:

  • Technical Skills:

    • Expert knowledge of DevOps principles, practices, and toolchains.
    • Strong understanding of software-defined radio architectures and technologies.
    • Proficiency in scripting and programming languages (Python, Bash, Go, etc.).
  • Soft Skills:

    • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.
    • Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
    • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Language Requirements: [No specific language requirements mentioned]

KATIM offers an innovative environment where security and technology converge to redefine the way you protect your most valuable assets in the digital world.

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About Katim

KATIM is a leader in the development of innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As part of the Electronic Warfare & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, KATIM delivers trust in a world where cyber risks are a constant threat, and fulfils the increasing demand for advanced cyber capabilities by delivering robust, secure, end-to-end solutions centered on four core business units: Networks, Ultra Secure Mobile Devices, Applications, and Satellite Communications. KATIM empowers organisations worldwide with the confidence that their mission-critical information and communications are private and secure at all times. Based in Abu Dhabi, KATIM accelerates digital advancement, nurtures next-generation talent, and curates advanced innovations to solve the most difficult digital challenges for its customers.