Lead Software Engineer AWS

R2 Alliance; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecommerce platform in Dubai is seeking a Lead Software Engineer specializing in AWS. The role involves crafting scalable solutions, co-creating in product pillars, and transforming systems into a modern microservices architecture. Candidates should have over 7 years of AWS experience and a strong ability to mentor developers. This position offers a dynamic environment, competitive salary, and growth opportunities, along with 25 vacation days and flexible device options.

Benefits

Company phone

25 vacation days plus options to purchase more

Choose your own device (MacBook or Windows)

Internal and external training opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience with AWS Native technologies.
• Strong track record in writing clean, scalable code (SOLID, TDD, testing frameworks).
• Experience with REST APIs, CI/CD, MySQL/NoSQL, and frontend frameworks like VueJS or React.

Responsibilities

• Innovate and implement solutions based on customer insights.
• Co-create solutions in areas like check-in or logistics.
• Lead the transformation to a modern microservices architecture.

Skills

AWS Native technologies

Clean code practices

REST APIs

CI/CD

MySQL/NoSQL

Frontend frameworks (VueJS or React)

Tools

Docker

Git

Elasticsearch

Job description

About the job Lead Software Engineer AWS

We are building an innovative ecommerce platform that connects buyers and sellers across the globe, making the experience seamless, scalable, and smart. As a Lead AWS Native Engineer, you will be part of a team that is not just writing code; we are solving real challenges, learning fast, and having fun while doing it.

Our IT department has been divided into so called pillars. We have six product pillars: operations, parts, buyer, seller, infra, and fleetcare. You will work together with innovation (product) teams within one of those pillars.

You will work in areas like checkin or logistics, where you co create solutions based on customer insights. You actively listen, dive into the why behind the work, and take full ownership, whether it's a task, a project, or a mistake. You are not afraid to face challenges or ask tough questions, because growth matters, not just for you, but for your team and the entire department. And through it all, you bring energy, optimism, and appreciation into every day.

When is this position something for you?

• You think of ways to make solutions scalable and futurefit.
• You proactively come up with proposals instead of problems.
• You embrace a culture of continuous improvement and feedback.
• You know how to inspire people in your team and lead them along.
• You enjoy continuously surprising customers with solutions they love.
• You are a recognized coach and mentor for several developers in your team.
• You love to take the lead in transforming systems to a modern microservices architecture. Your (more) technical skills are
• 7+ years of handson experience with AWS Native technologies.
• A strong track record in writing clean, scalable code (SOLID, TDD, testing frameworks).
• Experience with REST APIs, CI/CD, MySQL/NoSQL, and frontend frameworks like VueJS or React. Perks of working with us
• Bonus points for Docker, Git, Elasticsearch, and a playful, curious mindset.
• A company phone and competitive salary.
• 25 vacation days plus the option to purchase extra days.
• Choose your own device (MacBook or Windows).
• An international and dynamic work environment.
• Infinite growth possibilities, you dont just have a job but a career!
• Internal and external training opportunities.
• Working alongside senior managers with more than 20 years experience in ecommerce..