Dubai-Based Software Architect: Lead Scalable Systems

HUMAN-AI-Z Nexus Technology; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Pilot, a Dubai-based technology venture, seeks an exceptionally senior architect to own complex problems end-to-end and design scalable systems. You will lead algorithm research, mentor developers, and shape engineering standards while collaborating with a founder-led team on high-impact projects.

Requirements include a Masters/PhD in CS/Math/AI, 15+ years’ experience, C#/.NET expertise, and cloud/microservices proficiency. Dubai-based with remote-friendly culture.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field.
• 15+ years of experience.
• Strong foundation in mathematics, algorithms, and computational theory.
• Experience with algorithm research: analyzing complexity, optimizing performance, and designing novel approaches.
• Deep expertise in C#/.NET.
• Strong background in distributed systems and microservices.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) or Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub, or similar).
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Pulumi or Terraform).
• AI/ML skills: practical experience designing or integrating intelligent systems.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and mentor others.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Based in Dubai, UAE (no relocation provided).

Responsibilities

• Own complex problems end-to-end: from understanding the challenge to delivering the solution.
• Invent scalable architectures that solve problems others consider impossible.
• Research and design algorithms that push the boundaries of efficiency, scalability, and intelligence.
• Analyze existing solutions and architectures, identifying weaknesses, trade-offs, and opportunities for improvement.
• Consult with stakeholders to translate complexity into clarity and influence decisions.
• Mentor and empower developers, raising the level of the entire team.
• Build frameworks and reusable components that accelerate innovation across projects.
• Take ownership as an early joiner, helping set both engineering standards and company culture.

Skills

Mathematics and algorithms

Algorithm research

Mentor others

English communication

Education

Masters or PhD in CS/Math/AI

Tools

C#/.NET

Kubernetes

Azure DevOps / GitHub

Pulumi

Terraform

MongoDB

Cassandra

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

Nova Pilot, a Dubai-based technology venture, seeks an exceptionally senior architect to own complex problems end-to-end and design scalable systems. You will lead algorithm research, mentor developers, and shape engineering standards while collaborating with a founder-led team on high-impact projects.

Requirements include a Masters/PhD in CS/Math/AI, 15+ years’ experience, C#/.NET expertise, and cloud/microservices proficiency. Dubai-based with remote-friendly culture.