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Manager - Application Development (Core42)

Unlock employer Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posted: 11 Nov 2025

Financial

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

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Apply from abroad
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

The company, a leader in AI-powered cloud and digital infrastructure, is driving transformative technology solutions globally. Leveraging advanced resources and partnerships, the company empowers clients to harness sovereign AI infrastructure, especially in sectors with stringent regulatory needs. With a mission to redefine digital transformation, we combine sovereign capabilities with scalable, high-performance compute infrastructure, positioning ourselves at the forefront of AI innovation in the Middle East and beyond.

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We are seeking an experienced Manager to lead our Application Development team in designing and delivering scalable, high-quality, and custom software solutions. This role blends technical leadership, architectural ownership, and strategic innovation, guiding the delivery of enterprise-grade applications across web and mobile platforms. The ideal candidate should bring a strong engineering foundation and the ability to incorporate modern technologies, including cloud, automation, and emerging AI capabilities, to enhance application functionality and user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Team Leadership & Management: Lead and mentor a team of software engineers; drive Agile processes; support career development.
  • Technical Architecture & Delivery: Define and own the architecture for client projects; oversee design reviews and code quality; partner with cross-functional teams.
  • Project Execution: Manage end-to-end project delivery; identify risks and drive resolutions; collaborate with QA, DevOps, and infrastructure teams.
  • Innovation & Strategy: Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies; contribute to the technology roadmap and architectural standards; promote continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in software/application development, with at least 5 years in a management or technical leadership role.
  • Proven expertise in full-stack development using technologies such as JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Angular, Node.js, .NET, Java, or Python.
  • Strong experience designing and deploying applications on cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
  • Solid understanding of Microservices architecture, API design, and DevOps/CI-CD pipelines.
  • Exposure to AI/ML integrations is a plus.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with mobile application frameworks (React Native, Flutter).
  • Familiarity with serverless and event-driven architectures.
  • Experience in client-facing or consulting environments.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF) are a plus.

Language Requirements: While not specified, proficiency in English is typically expected in such roles.

What the company Offers:

  • Competitive Salary: Attractive salary package based on skills and experience.
  • Yearly Bonus: Performance-based annual bonus.
  • Exclusive Discount Cards: Special benefits with Esaad and Fazaa cards.
  • Premium Family Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
  • Learning & Development: Access to top-tier learning platforms with unlimited courses.
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