Senior Software Developer (R&D) – Digital Aviation

SD (Middle East) LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of airport logistics solutions in Dubai is seeking a Senior Software Developer to create scalable cloud applications for baggage handling. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in software engineering, strong skills in Node.js and Vue.js, and a passion for innovative cloud-based solutions. This role emphasizes technical leadership and collaboration across teams to enhance airport operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in software engineering, with leadership experience.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS or Azure).
• Experience with microservices and containerization.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement cloud-native applications using Node.js and Vue.js.
• Define software architecture and best practices.
• Build services enabling predictive analytics and real-time monitoring.

Skills

Node.js

Vue.js

AWS

Azure

Microservices

API-first design

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

Redis

ElasticSearch

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

OAuth/JWT

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science

Job description

Together we make the difference

We are a leading provider of innovative and high-performance solutions for airport logistics. Our portfolio includes products and solutions for baggage and cargo handling, high-end software for the digitalization of logistics processes as well as an extensive range of maintenance and services. Major customers include renowned airports and airlines around the globe.

As a Senior Software Developer, you will join a team building innovative cloud-based solutions for baggage handling and airport logistics. Our solutions are developed on OpenAir, Vanderlande’s common platform, and leverage the Aviation Data Hub to deliver data-driven services for the biggest airports in the world. You will combine technical leadership, hands‑on coding, and architecture design to create scalable, secure, and future‑ready cloud applications.

What are my responsibilities?

Platform Development

• Architect and implement cloud-native applications using Node.js for backend and Vue.js for frontend.
• Integrate services with OpenAir and the Aviation Data Hub for real‑time data exchange and analytics.
• Ensure modularity, scalability, and interoperability across Vanderlande’s digital aviation ecosystem.

Technical Leadership

• Define software architecture and best practices for cloud-based aviation logistics solutions.
• Act as design authority, align with other stakeholders and guide technical decisions for the team.

Innovation & Integration

• Build services enabling predictive analytics, real‑time monitoring, and optimization of baggage handling systems.
• Collaborate with different stakeholders in the airport to digitalize and optimize processes.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to aviation safety and cybersecurity standards.
• Drive CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices for AWS/Azure deployments.

Team Leadership

• Mentor developers, conduct code reviews, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

What do I need to qualify for the role?

• 8+ years in software engineering, with leadership experience.
• Strong expertise in Node.js, Vue.js, and cloud platforms (AWS or Azure).
• Experience with microservices, API-first design, test-driven software development, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of data platforms, data streaming architectures, and IoT integration.
• Familiarity with aviation domain or logistics systems is a plus.
• Technological knowledge about software/concepts like Kafka, rabbitmq, redis, elasticseach, mongodb, postgres or oauth/JWT is a plus.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with data-driven services, analytics, and platform engineering.
• Understanding of Vanderlande’s automation solutions and airport operations.