Software Engineer Release Specialist

BAE Systems; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense company is seeking a Software Engineer Release Specialist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires expertise in Full Stack Development, particularly with .NET Core and C#, along with strong skills in database development and automated deployment management. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including health care, gym membership, and generous leave. Applicants must be Saudi Nationals with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full health care scheme

Discounted gym membership

Generous leave allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience as a Full Stack Developer.
• Expert proficiency with .NET Core / ASP.NET Core and C#.
• Solid experience with SQL Server database development and optimization.
• Demonstrated experience setting up and managing automated deployments.
• Experience with premise deployments.
• Proficiency with Git for advanced version control workflows.
• Proven experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test highly scalable and secure web applications.
• Build and maintain robust RESTful APIs and back-end services.
• Adhere to software engineering best practices.
• Take full ownership of application deployment.
• Monitor and maintain applications in production environments.

Skills

Full Stack Development

.NET Core

ASP.NET Core

C#

SQL Server

CI/CD tools

Docker

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job Description - Software Engineer Release Specialist (00134165)

Software Engineer Release Specialist - 00134165

(Saudi National Only)

Grade: G06

Location: RIYADH

Working hours: full time

Advert closing: 23/02/2026

JOB PURPOSE

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Full Stack .NET Core Developer with 3 years of professional experience to manage the complete lifecycle of our web applications. This role requires not only strong development skills across the Microsoft stack but also a critical responsibility for application health, maintenance, and reliable deployment processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test highly scalable and secure web applications using ASP.NET Core, C#, and modern front‑end technologies.


• Build and maintain robust RESTful APIs and back‑end services to support front‑end functionality.


• Design and optimize database solutions, primarily using SQL Server, including complex stored procedures, indexing, and data integrity.


• Adhere to software engineering best practices, including SOLID principles, design patterns, and writing comprehensive unit and integration tests.


• Take full ownership of application deployment, including maintaining and improving Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines (e.g., using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins).


• Monitor and maintain applications in production environments to ensure optimal performance, uptime, and stability.


• Conduct proactive performance tuning (application and database level) and security vulnerability remediation.


• Implement and manage application logging, monitoring, and alerting using tools.


• Lead the resolution of production issues quickly and effectively, performing root cause analysis (RCA) to prevent recurrence.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience as a Full Stack Developer.


• Expert proficiency with .NET Core / ASP.NET Core and C#.


• Solid experience with SQL Server database development and optimization.


• Demonstrated experience setting up and managing automated deployments using CI/CD tools and principles.


• Experience with premise deployments.


• Knowledge with containerization technologies like Docker is a strong advantage.


• Proficiency with Git for advanced version control workflows.


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.


• Proven experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.


• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills across the full stack.


• Excellent ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.


• A sense of ownership and accountability for application delivery and production health.

SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and leave allowance, a full health care scheme and access to discounted gym membership.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems has a heritage of commitment to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. For 50 years, we have provided the platforms and services that support the Saudi armed forces to defend the interests of the Kingdom. In support of the Saudi Arabia National Objectives, we’ve invested heavily in the development of Saudi people, technology, infrastructure and local companies in the defence supply chain. Our investments have helped to develop the Saudi defence industry as well as developing a skilled and highly productive workforce.

(BAE Systems KSA is committed to the full inclusion of qualified people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, BAE Systems KSA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation during the job application or interview process, and or to perform essential job functions).

Note: All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.