Graduate - Software Developer ( )

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent global infrastructure firm in Dubai seeks a motivated Graduate Software Developer for their Urbanism & Planning team. The candidate will work on integrating spatial and socio-economic data into digital solutions such as dashboards, enhancing urban planning efforts. This position requires a Bachelor's in Computer Science, a minimum GPA of 2.8, and is exclusive to UAE Nationals with a family book. Strong software development skills are essential.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Recent 2024 or 2025 graduates eligible for the Graduate Program.
• Minimum GPA of 2.8 or equivalent.
• Strong foundation in software development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software solutions with Power BI and ETL tools.
• Design ETL workflows to manage data.
• Create data models and visualizations for insights.

Skills

Power BI

Excel APIs

ETL tools

Python

C#

JavaScript

Database concepts

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

This opportunity is part of AECOM's Fursa Program and open exclusively to UAE Nationals holding a valid family book.

Join AECOM's 2025 Graduate Program

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Software Developer to join our Urbanism & Planning digital team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in software development experience working with Power BI, Excel APIs, and ETL tools, and a genuine interest in supporting urban planning landscape and masterplanning projects. You will help build digital solutions, dashboards, and data integration workflows that enhance planning decisions, city analytics, and project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain software solutions integrating planning and urban data with Power BI dashboards, Excel APIs, and ETL pipelines.
• Design and implement ETL workflows to extract, transform, and load spatial, socio-economic, and environmental datasets.
• Build data models and visualizations that communicate insights to planners, designers, and stakeholders.
• Automate workflows for integrating GIS, BIM, and planning data sources into unified dashboards.
• Collaborate with planning, urban design, and digital transformation teams to deliver tailored solutions.
• Support data quality validation and reporting for large-scale masterplanning projects.
• Document and maintain software, ensuring scalability and usability across disciplines.

Software Exposure:

• Experience with Power BI (DAX, Power Query, report/dashboard development).
• Experience with Excel API or Microsoft Graph API for automation and data integration.
• Understanding and practical use of ETL tools (e.g., FME, Talend, Alteryx, Azure Data Factory, or equivalent).
• Understanding of databases (SQL or NoSQL) and data modeling concepts.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Interest in urbanism, city analytics, project management, and planning data applications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering from an accredited University
• Candidates must be recent 2024 or 2025 graduates to be eligible for AECOM's Graduate Program.
• Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.8 (or equivalent) and above.
• Exposure to programming (e.g., Python, C#, or JavaScript)
• As part of AECOM's commitment to Emiratisation and in compliance with UAE labour law, only UAE Nationals with a family book will be considered for this role.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle, from advisory, planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration, and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.