Mobile App Engineer - Team Lead

SIHAMCO; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality and entertainment company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Software Engineer ready to lead a team. You will design and develop scalable software solutions across the technology stack. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in programming languages such as Python and JavaScript, along with hands-on experience in microservices architecture and DevOps practices. Join a company committed to redefining experiences in the region.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages

Visa & flight support for non-citizens

Accommodation

Transportation allowance

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Exposure to premium concepts

Cultural diversity in the workplace

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in both front‑end and back‑end development.
• Solid understanding of modern software architecture.
• Experience with CI/CD and cloud deployments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers through the full software development lifecycle.
• Architect and develop scalable systems using modern technologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements.
• Enforce coding standards and review code quality.
• Implement DevOps strategies for optimized deployment and monitoring.
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex technical issues.

Skills

Python

Dart (Flutter)

PHP

JavaScript

TypeScript

Node.js

Reactjs

HTML5

CSS3

Bootstrap

Tailwind

Google Apps Script

Solidity

microservices architecture

DevOps

Linux server administration

Job description

We are seeking a versatile and results-driven Senior Software Engineer who is ready to step into a Team Lead role to design, develop, and deliver robust, scalable, and innovative solutions across the full technology stack. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in both front‑end and back‑end development, coupled with proficiency in database design and administration, and a solid understanding of modern software architecture. You will lead a team through the full software development lifecycle and drive process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Mentorship: Lead a team of software engineers through the full software development lifecycle—planning, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the team. Conduct knowledge‑sharing sessions and foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Architecture & Development: Architect and develop scalable, reliable, and secure systems using modern technologies and frameworks. Lead the design and architecture of complex software systems. Design and implement software solutions that are scalable and performant.
• Collaboration & Requirements: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Define system requirements and specifications with cross‑functional teams.
• Code Quality & Standards: Write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code, and enforce coding standards across the team. Conduct thorough code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to engineering best practices.
• DevOps & Optimization: Implement DevOps strategies, including CI/CD, monitoring, and cloud deployments. Optimize code and system architecture for efficiency.
• Troubleshooting & Improvement: Analyze and troubleshoot complex technical issues, proposing effective solutions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the development process.

Requirements

• Programming Languages: Python, Dart (Flutter), PHP, JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, Reactjs, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, Tailwind, and Google Apps Script.
• Blockchain: Hands‑on experience with Solidity for smart contract development is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding and practical experience in microservices architecture, including synchronous (REST/gRPC) and asynchronous (Kafka, RabbitMQ) communication patterns.
• Databases: Experienced with relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Couchbase, Firebase Firestore, Neo4j), and caching technologies like Redis / Memcache.
• DevOps & CI/CD: Proficient in Linux server administration and modern DevOps practices, including familiarity with GitHub Actions for CI/CD automation.
• Methodologies: Knowledgeable in ITIL and SDLC standards.

About The Group

SIHAMCO is a strategic partner operating proudly under the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), National Events Center (NEC), Riyadh Season and Jeddah Season since 2019. At SIHAMCO, we don’t just lead Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and entertainment evolution—we create it from the ground up. Since 2008, we’ve been designing, constructing, and operating exceptional experiences that blend local authenticity with global standards. Every destination and concept we launch reflects our commitment to cultural storytelling, creative excellence, and operational precision.

All brands under SIHAMCO are home‑grown Saudi concepts, fully developed in‑house—from initial vision and brand identity to concept creation, design, execution and operation. We don’t import ideas; we build them—crafting unforgettable experiences from scratch that resonate deeply with both local and international audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary packages—aligned with market standards and experience.
• Visa (1 year temp) & flights into the country for non‑citizens.
• Accommodation.
• Transportation allowance.
• Career development & internal promotions—grow with us across departments and seasons.
• Creative & collaborative work culture—built on passion, innovation, and attention to detail.
• Exposure to high‑end hospitality & entertainment concepts—gain experience in premium F&B and entertainment.
• Experience working on premium events within The Groves, Riyadh Season.
• Cultural diversity—join a team of passionate professionals from around the world.

Join us and be part of a company that’s redefining hospitality in Saudi Arabia and beyond.