Senior Software Engineer - Aviation Industry - Octopus by Robusta

robusta; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 262,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech consultancy is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Saudi Arabia to lead projects and mentor junior developers. The ideal candidate must have strong aviation systems knowledge and technical expertise to deliver scalable solutions that enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. Join a dynamic team and help shape the future of aviation technology.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership abilities in software projects.
• Hands-on experience in aviation industry.
• Strong understanding of aviation IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development projects end-to-end.
• Design and maintain scalable software solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews.
• Ensure best practices in coding and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Aviation systems knowledge

Software development

Mentoring

Agile methodologies

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CI/CD tools

DevOps tools

Job description

Overview

Robusta Technology Group (RTG) is a key driver of digital transformation by providing a holistic tech ecosystem. RTG works with its local and international partners to help build digital customer experiences, establish engineering hubs and build ventures across multiple industries and domains. In this pursuit, RTG serves as a catalyst for impact and growth through events, spaces and content focused on creating impact and growth across the different interactions.

Octopus is proud to be part of the Robusta Technology Group (RTG), a leading tech consultancy group. With a decade of experience and a successful track record of delivering over 300 projects across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, RTG has established itself as a preferred employer in the Egyptian market. Octopus and Robusta are building a bridge between Europe and Africa, creating tailored hub solutions to connect companies with top talent across the globe.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with proven leadership abilities and hands-on experience working within the aviation industry. The ideal candidate will lead software development initiatives, mentor junior developers, and deliver high-quality solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and customer experience. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, leadership, and strong domain knowledge in aviation systems and applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end software development projects, from requirements gathering to deployment and support.
• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable and secure software solutions aligned with aviation industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, and business stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and code reviews to junior and mid-level developers.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in coding, architecture, testing, and documentation.
• Develop and integrate software systems supporting aviation operations such as flight scheduling, crew management, safety compliance, and customer engagement.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies in aviation IT and recommend innovative solutions to enhance system capabilities.
• Contribute to project planning, resource allocation, and risk management to ensure timely delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement within the development team by introducing modern tools, frameworks, and methodologies (Agile, DevOps, CI/CD).