Entry Level Software Developer jobs in United Arab Emirates

Career Area: Technology Digital and Data

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SPM Oil & Gas is a global provider of surface frac solutions bringing you quality products that keep the oilfield moving. Backed by the power of Caterpillar, SPM Oil & Gas is set to improve the lives of those in the communities where we work.

This position involves working with the SPM Oil and Gas Eastern Hemisphere business Information Technology and external vendors to maintain, optimize and support the infrastructure and application landscape. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, business acumen and strong communication abilities. The primary responsibility will be focused on business systems and related infrastructure. Candidates should have knowledge of cloud computing and process understanding.

• System Analysis & Business Requirements
  • Gather, analyze and document business requirements from stakeholders.
  • Translate business needs into IT solutions ensuring alignment with company objectives.
  • Conduct gap analysis to identify areas for system improvements.
• Application & System Support
  • Provide technical support and troubleshoot software applications and IT systems.
  • Monitor system performance, security and reliability.
  • Manage software updates, patches and enhancements.
• IT Infrastructure & Security
  • Assist in network, database and server management to ensure smooth IT operations.
  • Ensure data security and compliance with industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).
  • Identify and mitigate potential cybersecurity risks.
• Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Extract, analyze and interpret data to support business decision‑making.
  • Utilize BI tools like Power BI or SQL queries to create reports and dashboards.
  • Enhance data accuracy and integrity.
• Project Management & Implementation
  • Participate in IT projects including system upgrades, cloud migrations and application rollouts.
  • Collaborate with teams in software development and deployment.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Coordinate with third‑party vendors for software procurement, integrations and licensing.
  • Serve as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Stay informed about emerging IT trends, automation and AI solutions.
  • Recommend process improvements and new technologies to optimize efficiency.
  • Support the adoption of cloud computing, DevOps or AI‑driven solutions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field of study; OR any combination of relevant experience, education and training equivalence.
• 35 years of experience within IT Systems and data concepts.
• Strong understanding of business processes and workflows.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, ThoughtSpot).
• Superior organizational skills with a disciplined approach to implementation, support and documentation.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Effective project management skills.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

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