Solution Architect

WEbook, Inc.; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Technical Lead to oversee software development and team management. The role involves ensuring code quality, managing IT infrastructure, and mentoring developers while working with modern technologies like PHP Laravel and React JS. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience and a strong background in full-stack development.

Qualifications

• Proven +12 years of experience in PHP Laravel and React JS development.
• Strong expertise in Contentful CMS and database architecture.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical vision and direction for the development team.
• Lead and mentor a team of developers and engineers.
• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of software production.

Skills

PHP Laravel

React JS

Database Architecture

Contentful CMS

Full-stack Development

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

RESTful APIs

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, and transform people's lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?

If yes, then this is the job for you. webook.com is Saudi’s #1 event ticketing and experience booking platform in terms of technology, features, agility, and revenue, serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom with over 2 billion in sales. webook.com is part of the Supertech Group, which also includes UXBERT Labs, one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC, along with Kafu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide technical vision and direction to ensure the development team aligns with the business strategy.
2. Take responsibility for code quality, system security, and the entire development process on IT infrastructure, ensuring stability, speed, and scalability.
3. Oversee the design and implementation of IT systems to ensure appropriate and cost-effective solutions.
4. Lead and mentor a team of developers, engineers, and technology specialists.
5. Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of software and application production.
6. Coordinate with cross-functional teams for technology integration.
7. Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to ensure a high-quality product platform.
8. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into system specifications.
9. Implement best practices for software development and documentation.
10. Maintain high performance and reliability within the architecture.
11. Develop and maintain backend components using PHP Laravel.
12. Implement web solutions with React JS for seamless user interfaces.
13. Manage content using Contentful CMS.
14. Work closely with front-end developers, designers, and other teams for seamless integration.
15. Debug, resolve technical issues, and optimize web application performance.
16. Develop and maintain databases and APIs.
17. Stay updated with industry trends and technologies.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
2. Proven +12 years of experience in PHP Laravel and React JS development.
3. Skills in database architecture and implementation with MongoDB, Redis, or similar NoSQL systems.
4. Strong expertise in Contentful CMS.
5. Full-stack development experience is essential.
6. Proficiency in web technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and RESTful APIs.
7. Experience with version control systems such as Git.
8. Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment, managing risk and uncertainty effectively.