Application Developer - Linux / Windows

Lancesoft Europe; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Application Support Engineer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting application deployments on Linux servers, conducting routine maintenance, and troubleshooting network and system issues. Strong hands-on experience in server environments is required, alongside excellent communication skills. Knowledge in the banking domain is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in Linux/Windows server environments and application support.
• Ability to troubleshoot network and system issues using command-line tools.
• Experience with shell scripting for automation.

Responsibilities

• Perform application deployments on Linux servers across development, UAT, and production environments.
• Conduct file-level operations such as editing configuration files and managing logs.
• Monitor application logs and system alerts to proactively resolve issues.

Skills

Linux server experience

Windows server experience

Troubleshooting skills

Shell scripting

Communication skills

Multi-tasking ability

Oracle Server knowledge

Job description

Overview

Description : Application Support Engineer with strong hands-on experience in Linux / Windows server environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting application deployments, performing routine server maintenance, troubleshooting network and system issues, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of critical applications.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform application deployments on Linux servers across development, UAT, and production environments.
• Conduct file-level operations such as editing configuration files, managing logs, and handling file transfers.
• Execute disk space checks, monitor system performance, and perform cleanup activities.
• Use network troubleshooting commands (e.g., ping, netstat, traceroute, telnet, curl, etc.) to diagnose connectivity issues.
• Apply Linux commands for file and directory management (ls, cp, mv, rm, chmod, chown, find, grep, etc.).
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to resolve application and server-related issues.
• Maintain and update shell scripts for automation and operational efficiency.
• Monitor application logs and system alerts (CPU, Memory) to proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Preferred banking domain and capital markets. If experience is trading application with respect to maintenance and support then it will have added advantage to the role.
• Ability to work on Oracle Server
• Good knowledge in client browsers and configurations
• Good knowledge in Windows services; ability to review, understand system documentation.
• Good verbal and written communication including ability to prepare system documentation.
• Ability to interpret solution documentation and identify areas of concern and recommend approach.
• Ability to multi-task in a dynamic work environment.
• Enable Skills-Based Hiring

Qualifications

• Experience in Linux/Windows server environments and application support.
• Ability to troubleshoot network and system issues; familiar with common command-line tools.
• Experience with shell scripting for automation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of Oracle Server is preferred.