Team Leader - Software Development EDGE Group PJSC

We are seeking a Team Leader Software Development to lead Beacon Red s software development projects. Working cross-functionally, the Team Lead will drive key aspects of our projects, ensuring the team's alignment to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions and advance Beacon Red's objective of becoming a benchmark for secure software development in the UAE. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated and skilled individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment with challenging deadlines and a broad scope of work. This individual understands the importance of balancing production with perfection, demonstrating a commitment to delivering results and achieving ambitious goals.

Job Specification

• Bachelor s or Master s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field with 10+ years experience in software engineering and 2+ years in a technical leadership or similar role.
• Expertise in data structures, algorithms, and security principles; ability to optimize for performance and security at scale.
• Proficiency across multiple programming languages (JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or Java) with strong emphasis on reliability, maintainability, performance, and security.
• Proven experience with SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Neo4J) databases, including modeling, indexing, and optimization.
• Professional experience in designing distributed systems for high availability, scalability, and fault tolerance (CAP theorem).
• Expertise with distributed messaging, event-driven patterns, and asynchronous communication at scale.
• Strategic system architecture leadership; ability to define reference architectures and guide team decisions.
• Proficiency in Git workflows, branching strategies, and code review practices.
• Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• In-depth OWASP knowledge and secure DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of OWASP security guidelines and secure coding practices.
• Experience leading Agile teams, project management, and cross-functional collaboration with product, design, and operations.