Full Stack Developer @ ESM Dubai

ESM is looking for an experienced Full Stack Developer to join our team in Dubai, UAE. This role is responsible for designing, building, and scaling modern web applications while delivering secure, cloud-based, high-performance solutions. The successful candidate will support development initiatives, contribute to technical decisions, and work closely with stakeholders to deliver scalable and innovative software solutions.

You will play a key role in leveraging AI-assisted development tools and integrating Generative AI solutions to enhance productivity, automate workflows, and deliver intelligent software solutions that support business objectives.

Key Objectives

• Lead the end-to-end software development lifecycle, from requirement gathering to deployment and ongoing support.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and cloud-ready architectures that ensure performance and reliability.
• Develop responsive, dynamic, and visually engaging applications (front-end and back-end), ensuring an optimal user experience.
• Develop and maintain robust back-end services and APIs for seamless integrations.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, design patterns, and AI-assisted development practices across the development team.
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps processes.
• Conduct code reviews, testing strategies, and performance audits to maintain high-quality software.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, ChatGPT, Claude) to improve development productivity, code quality, and delivery efficiency.
• Design, develop, and integrate AI-powered capabilities using Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), AI APIs, and intelligent automation where they deliver measurable business value.
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and industry trends, recommending and implementing solutions that enhance business processes and software capabilities.
• Ensure responsible AI adoption by implementing security, privacy, governance, compliance, and prompt engineering best practices.
• Collaborate closely with managers, designers, and stakeholders to align technology solutions with business goals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to developers, fostering continuous learning, innovation, and knowledge sharing.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, frameworks, and AI advancements, evaluating and introducing improvements where beneficial.
• Contribute to strategic planning, technical roadmaps, and innovation initiatives for scalable, future-ready software solutions.

Set of Required Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• Relevant professional certifications (Cloud, DevOps, Architecture, etc.)

Desired Experience

• 6+ years of professional full stack development experience (with at least 2 years in a senior/lead role)
• Strong expertise in front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React, Angular, Vue)
• Advanced experience with back-end technologies (PHP with Laravel, Node.js, Express.js, or equivalent)
• Solid database design and optimization experience (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis)
• Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and server management
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong background in API design, integration, and microservices architecture
• Experience with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar) to improve software development productivity and code quality
• Experience integrating Generative AI services (e.g., OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic APIs, or equivalent AI platforms) into enterprise applications
• Familiarity with AI application development concepts, including prompt engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector databases, AI orchestration frameworks, and Model Context Protocol (MCP), is an advantage
• Prior experience leading teams, mentoring developers, and conducting code reviews

AI & Modern Development Experience

• Experience using AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor AI, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar
• Experience integrating AI services including OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google Gemini APIs
• Understanding of prompt engineering, embeddings, vector databases, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Experience building AI-powered chatbots, assistants, document search, or workflow automation solutions is highly desirable
• Familiarity with AI model deployment, monitoring, and cost optimization

Job-Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and architectural design skills
• Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP, Node.js, and SQL/NoSQL query languages
• Strong understanding of AI-assisted software development best practices and their application throughout the software development lifecycle
• Ability to evaluate, integrate, and optimize Generative AI solutions within enterprise applications
• Familiarity with AI development frameworks and SDKs such as LangChain, Semantic Kernel, Vercel AI SDK, or equivalent
• Knowledge of Model Context Protocol (MCP), AI agent architectures, prompt engineering, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) concepts is an advantage
• Understanding of AI security, governance, data privacy, model limitations, and responsible AI development practices
• Understanding of UI/UX principles and the ability to guide design improvements
• Hands-on experience with CMS platforms (WordPress, Shopify, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of security protocols, authentication, and data protection
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence, Git)
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

What We Offer

• A competitive salary package
• Annual flight allowance
• Private medical insurance
• End of service benefit
• Access to lifestyle discounts