IT Manager – Exchange House (UAE)

About the Role: - We are looking for a skilled Full-Stack Developer to design, develop, and maintain web applications using React.js on the frontend and .NET Core on the backend. - You will work with PostgreSQL for data storage, deploy applications on Azure AKS (Kubernetes), and build scalable microservices-based architectures. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain scalable web applications using .NET Core and React.js. - Design, develop, and maintain microservices for modular and scalable backend systems. - Design and manage PostgreSQL databases, write efficient queries, and optimize performance. - Deploy and manage applications in Azure AKS. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. - Troubleshoot, test, and maintain the core product software to ensure strong optimization and functionality. - Participate in code reviews and maintain best practices for code quality, security, and performance. Required Skills: - Strong experience with React.js for building responsive, user-friendly interfaces. - Proficient in .NET Core for building backend APIs and services. - Hands-on experience designing and implementing microservices architectures. - Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases. - Knowledge of Azure AKS and cloud-native deployment practices. - Familiarity with RESTful APIs, authentication, and authorization mechanisms. - Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing. - Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and microservices orchestration. - Knowledge of Azure services beyond AKS (App Service, Blob Storage, Functions). - Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and agile development practices. Education & Experience: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience. - 4+ years of experience in full-stack development (React.js + .NET Core) preferred.

Join BlackStone eIT as a Technical Project Manager and become a key player in transforming complex technical concepts into successful project outcomes. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives and delivering value to our clients. Your technical acumen and project management expertise will be essential in guiding teams through product development processes and addressing challenges along the way. By fostering effective communication between stakeholders and project teams, you will drive projects to completion on time and within budget. Responsibilities: Develop comprehensive project plans and specify project scope, goals, deliverables, and deliverable timelines. Lead cross-functional project teams to ensure alignment and effective execution of project goals. Monitor and report on progress of projects, addressing any issues or risks that arise during execution. Manage relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring their needs and expectations are met. Implement best practices and methodologies for project management, ensuring adherence to defined processes. Facilitate meetings and status updates to promote transparency and effective communication among teams. Oversee project budgets, resource allocation, and scheduling to maximize efficiency. Act as the point of contact for all project-related communications. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project management, especially in the technology sector. Proficient in project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall. Strong understanding of technical concepts related to software development and IT infrastructure. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate teams. Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. Experience with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Asana, Trello) is desirable. PMP or equivalent certification is a plus. Benefits Paid Time Off Performance Bonus Training & Development

About the Role: We are seeking a creative and tech-savvy Web Designer with strong social media skills to join our team. In this dual role, you will be responsible for designing, maintaining, and improving our websites, while also contributing to our online presence through engaging social media content and strategy. You should have a strong design aesthetic, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of digital trends. Key Responsibilities: Web Design & Development  Design, build, and maintain responsive and user-friendly websites  Update website content regularly to align with current marketing campaigns and promotions  Ensure websites are optimized for speed, performance, and SEO  Collaborate with developers, marketers, and other stakeholders  Conduct regular website audits and troubleshoot issues as needed Social Media Management  Design and schedule visually engaging posts across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)  Maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity  Monitor engagement, respond to comments/messages, and manage community interactions  Analyze social media performance and report on KPIs  Support social media advertising campaigns with creative assets Requirements:  Proven experience in web design (portfolio required)  Proficiency in design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Canva, etc.)  Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, and WordPress (or other CMS)  Experience managing and growing social media accounts  Understanding of SEO, Google Analytics, and web best practices  Excellent communication and time-management skills  Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Nice to Have:  Experience with video editing or animation (Reels, Stories, etc.)  Familiarity with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, Klaviyo, etc.)  Knowledge of basic JavaScript or web animation libraries  Experience in e-commerce platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce)

We are looking for a Senior Technology Engineer to join the our client which is a leading UAE bank. The selected candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining a robust, scalable, and secure Data Science Platform, enabling high-performance data workloads and supporting enterprise-grade analytics and AI use cases. You will work in an Agile + DevOps environment, collaborating with cross-functional squads to implement automation-first, cloud-native, and containerized infrastructure solutions. Key Responsibilities: Platform Engineering & Automation Hands-on Tier-2 production experience with Cloudera platform including installation, upgrade, and maintenance Optimize performance of Spark jobs in collaboration with Data Engineering teams Design and implement CI/CD pipelines for data and analytics projects using tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or ArgoCD Develop automated workflows using scripting languages (Python, Shell, Groovy) Automate security and compliance checks as per regulatory standards Implement observability tools and performance monitoring practices Infrastructure & Containerization Build and manage containerized environments using Docker or Podman Deploy and manage Kubernetes/OpenShift-based solutions Perform automated patching and lifecycle management of platform components Ensure high availability, scalability, and fault tolerance of the infrastructure DevOps & Agile Delivery Work closely with product squads and stakeholders to translate requirements into deliverable engineering solutions Contribute to backlog grooming, sprint planning, and DevOps cycles Drive platform enhancements from design to delivery in alignment with architectural and security standards Deliver robust, production-ready solutions that minimize operational overhead Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a technology evangelist and collaborate with teams from Security, Architecture, Agile, and Data Chapters Facilitate platform adoption and onboarding of new use cases and data teams Promote reusability, standardization, and simplification across the platform Represent the platform in relevant forums and design reviews Required Skills & Experience: Technical Expertise: Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience in technology engineering roles Minimum 4 years of hands-on Hadoop production experience (preferably with Cloudera) Strong expertise in: Cloudera (installation, maintenance, tuning) CI/CD tools: GitHub Actions, Jenkins, ArgoCD Scripting: Python, Shell, Groovy Linux OS, basic networking, Git Ansible or similar automation frameworks Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, OpenShift Platform observability and monitoring practices Nice to Have: Experience with Data Science platforms/products Public cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Experience in the banking or financial services domain Behavioral Competencies: Self-starter with high initiative and ownership Collaborative and able to build trust-based relationships Calm and solution-oriented under pressure Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills Passionate about technology, innovation, and continuous improvement Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Equivalent work experience will also be considered Why Join? Be part of a digital transformation journey for a top-tier bank Work in a fast-paced Agile + DevOps environment Contribute to large-scale data and AI-driven initiatives Opportunity to work with the latest tech stack in Data Engineering & Analytics

We are seeking a Technical Lead from 6 years of experience. Responsibility Lead the design and implementation of distributed backend services in Golang. Define and evolve system architecture for multi-region, highly available deployments across AWS and on-premise infrastructure. Deliver performant APIs and control systems for secure, large-scale connectivity and real-time workloads. Design for high Concurrent User (CCU) loads, focusing on throughput, latency reduction, and horizontal scalability. Leverage Redis for caching, distributed coordination, and Pub/Sub messaging. Use Kafka for scalable event streaming, log aggregation, and operational analytics. Conduct performance tuning, load testing, and fault injection to validate system resilience. Embed strong cryptographic and secure communication practices (key exchange, rotation, encryption in transit and at rest). Collaborate with security stakeholders to align with compliance standards (SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR). Implement CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible), and GitOps workflows. Manage Kubernetes clusters (AWS EKS and on-prem) for containerized workloads, ensuring scalability and high availability. Drive observability with metrics, logs, and traces (Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry). Requirements Expertise in Golang, including concurrency, networking, and performance profiling. Strong understanding of WireGuard protocol and modern secure networking approaches. Advanced experience with Redis (caching, Pub/Sub, clustering, distributed locks). In-depth knowledge of Kafka (streaming pipelines, consumer group management, schema evolution). Proven experience with Kubernetes (EKS, on-premise clusters) and AWS cloud services (VPC, EC2, IAM, MSK, ElastiCache).

About the job Freedx continues to expand and is seeking an experienced Group Project Manager to oversee and coordinate projects across all departments of our cryptocurrency exchange. Who We Are Freedx is a newly established cryptocurrency exchange dedicated to providing a seamless, secure, and innovative trading experience. Our team comprises experienced professionals from the crypto, finance, and technology sectors, all passionate about driving the future of digital finance. At FreedX, we are committed to creating a platform that empowers our clients with the freedom to manage their digital assets confidently and efficiently. Our Vision: At FreedX, our vision is to be the most trusted and reliable cryptocurrency exchange, offering unparalleled freedom and scalability to our clients. We aim to build a platform where users can trade and manage their assets with complete peace of mind, knowing that their security and reliability are our top priorities. We strive to continuously innovate and adapt to the evolving needs of the crypto market, ensuring that our clients have access to the best tools and services to achieve their financial goals. Join us on our journey to redefine the standards of digital asset trading and experience the freedom, reliability, and scalability that FreedX has to offer. About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Group Project Manager to oversee and coordinate projects across all departments of our cryptocurrency exchange. This key role will be responsible for tracking progress, ensuring alignment, and facilitating communication between our various teams, including product, legal, trading, finance, customer service, admin, risk, and operations. Key Responsibilities: Day 1 (Launch Phase): Establish a centralized project tracking system for all departments Develop standardized project management methodologies and templates Set up initial cross-functional meetings with department heads Create a baseline group-level project pipeline Identify and highlight external dependencies such as onboarding, integrations and licensing On-going: Maintain and update the group-level project pipeline, incorporating initiatives from all departments Facilitate regular cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment and address interdepartmental challenges Provide executive leadership with clear, concise updates on overall project statuses, risks, and achievements Identify and proactively address potential bottlenecks or conflicts between departmental priorities Assist department heads in resource allocation and capacity planning to optimize project delivery Implement and maintain project management tools and processes to enhance visibility and collaboration Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project and organizational success Mentor and guide project managers within individual departments to ensure consistency in approach and reporting Requirements 8+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years coordinating cross functional departments Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects in the financial technology or cryptocurrency sector Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously Superior communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience in implementing and managing project management tools and processes across an organization Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex regulatory and technical landscapes PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification MBA or relevant advanced degree is a plus Tools: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana, Monday.com) Experience with business intelligence and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) Strong skills in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel for complex data analysis and PowerPoint for executive presentations Benefits What We Offer: Competitive salary Flexible work schedule, remote work opportunity Generous paid leave Opportunity for professional development, participation to industry events FreedX is an equal opportunity employer. We stand for an open and inclusive work environment that fosters the well-being of everyone. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our people unique.