Urwah Admin

GSSTech Group

<div>We are looking for an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer with strong expertise in OpenShift Platform Administration, Kubernetes, and CI/CD engineering to support large-scale Business Platforms &amp; Payments initiatives.
The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience managing enterprise container platforms, building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating deployment processes, and supporting mission-critical payment applications. The role requires working in a fast-paced environment where frequent releases and high-velocity payment changes are delivered while ensuring platform stability, security, and high availability. 
Requirements 
 
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Design, build, and maintain enterprise CI/CD pipelines for mission-critical applications.</li><li>
Administer and manage OpenShift container platform environments.</li><li>
Deploy, configure, and manage Kubernetes clusters and containerized workloads.</li><li>
Develop, maintain, and optimize Jenkins pipelines using Groovy scripting and Shared Libraries.</li><li>
Implement GitOps deployment strategies using Argo CD.</li><li>
Create, maintain, and manage Helm Charts for Kubernetes application deployments.</li><li>
Manage source code repositories and branching strategies using Git.</li><li>
Support application deployment, release management, and environment provisioning.</li><li>
Monitor platform health, troubleshoot deployment issues, and optimize application performance.</li><li>
Work closely with Development, QA, Infrastructure, Security, and Operations teams to streamline software delivery.</li><li>
Support high-frequency production releases and mission-critical payment platform deployments.</li><li>
Ensure platform security, scalability, availability, and compliance with enterprise standards.</li><li>
Participate in release planning, production support, incident management, and root cause analysis.</li><li>
Automate operational tasks and continuously improve DevOps processes and engineering practices.</li><li>
Document deployment procedures, platform architecture, and operational standards.</li></ul>
Required Technical Skills<ul><li>
Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes administration.</li><li>
Strong experience administering Red Hat OpenShift Platform (OpenShift Container Platform).</li><li>
Expertise in Jenkins CI/CD pipeline development and administration.</li><li>
Strong hands-on experience writing Groovy-based Jenkins Pipelines.</li><li>
Experience developing and maintaining Jenkins Shared Libraries.</li><li>
Strong experience with Argo CD (GitOps deployment).</li><li>
Hands-on experience creating and managing Helm Charts.</li><li>
Strong proficiency with Git version control, branching strategies, and repository management.</li><li>
Experience deploying and managing containerized applications in enterprise Kubernetes environments.</li><li>
Strong understanding of CI/CD best practices and DevOps automation.</li><li>
Experience troubleshooting deployment failures, pipeline issues, and platform incidents.</li><li>
Strong Linux administration knowledge.</li><li>
Experience working with REST APIs and deployment automation.</li></ul>
Nice to Have<ul><li>
Experience with Istio Service Mesh.</li><li>
Experience with 3scale API Management.</li><li>
Exposure to payment platforms or financial services environments.</li><li>
Experience supporting high-volume transaction systems.</li><li>
Knowledge of enterprise monitoring and logging tools.</li><li>
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, or similar).</li><li>
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).</li></ul>
Required Competencies<ul><li>
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication and stakeholder management.</li><li>
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure production environments.</li><li>
Strong ownership mindset with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple priorities and critical production releases.</li><li>
Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving capability.</li><li>
Ability to work independently while supporting cross-functional engineering teams.</li></ul>
Preferred Domain Experience<ul><li>
Banking</li><li>
Payments</li><li>
Financial Services</li><li>
Enterprise Digital Platforms</li><li>
Mission-Critical Production Systems</li></ul>
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience).</div>

Senior DevOps Engineer (OpenShift)

<div>We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer with strong expertise in Advent APX, .NET (C#), and MS SQL Server to support enterprise Wealth &amp; Asset Management platforms. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience in application support, backend development, platform optimization, database administration, automation, and modern engineering practices.
This role offers the opportunity to work on business-critical investment management platforms while driving automation, process optimization, and the adoption of modern technologies including AI and microservices. 
Requirements 
 
Key ResponsibilitiesPlatform &amp; Database Management<ul><li>
Manage, maintain, and optimize the Advent APX platform.</li><li>
Ensure the stability, availability, and performance of the Advent APX application environment.</li><li>
Design, develop, optimize, and troubleshoot complex MS SQL Server databases.</li><li>
Write and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and triggers.</li><li>
Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies.</li><li>
Ensure database integrity, backup, recovery, and high availability.</li></ul>
Application Development<ul><li>
Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using .NET (C#).</li><li>
Build scalable, secure, and maintainable backend services.</li><li>
Develop APIs and integration services to support business applications.</li><li>
Work closely with business users and technical teams to deliver platform enhancements.</li><li>
Troubleshoot production issues and provide Tier-2/Tier-3 application support.</li><li>
Participate in code reviews and follow software engineering best practices.</li></ul>
Test Automation &amp; DevOps<ul><li>
Design and implement automated testing frameworks.</li><li>
Develop automation scripts using tools such as Playwright or equivalent.</li><li>
Improve software quality through automated regression and validation testing.</li><li>
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines.</li><li>
Support release management and deployment automation.</li></ul>
Process Improvement &amp; Innovation<ul><li>
Review existing business processes and identify opportunities for automation.</li><li>
Modernize legacy workflows through engineering improvements.</li><li>
Integrate modern APIs and microservices using .NET and Node.js.</li><li>
Evaluate and implement AI and Large Language Model (LLM) technologies to automate business processes and improve operational efficiency.</li><li>
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across engineering teams.</li></ul>
Required Technical SkillsAdvent APX<ul><li>
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience administering and supporting Advent APX.</li><li>
Strong understanding of Wealth &amp; Asset Management platforms.</li><li>
Experience in APX configuration, customization, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.</li></ul>
Microsoft SQL Server<ul><li>
Expert-level proficiency with MS SQL Server.</li><li>
Advanced T-SQL programming.</li><li>
Experience developing:</li><li><ul><li>
Stored Procedures</li><li>
Functions</li><li>
Views</li><li>
Triggers</li></ul></li><li>
Database design and optimization.</li><li>
Query performance tuning and indexing.</li><li>
Database administration fundamentals.</li></ul>
.NET Development<ul><li>
Strong hands-on experience with .NET Framework and C#.</li><li>
Backend application development.</li><li>
API development and integration.</li><li>
Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).</li><li>
Software architecture and design principles.</li></ul>
Node.js<ul><li>
Working knowledge of Node.js.</li><li>
Experience building or integrating REST APIs.</li><li>
Understanding of microservices architecture.</li></ul>
Automation &amp; DevOps<ul><li>
Hands-on experience with Playwright or similar automation testing frameworks.</li><li>
Experience building automated testing solutions.</li><li>
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.</li><li>
Experience with Git and version control systems.</li></ul>
AI &amp; Modern Engineering<ul><li>
Exposure to AI-powered development tools.</li><li>
Understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs).</li><li>
Experience leveraging AI to automate engineering or operational workflows is highly desirable.</li></ul>
Required Competencies<ul><li>
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.</li><li>
Excellent problem-solving ability.</li><li>
Strong ownership and accountability.</li><li>
Ability to challenge existing processes and drive improvements.</li><li>
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
Ability to work independently as well as within cross-functional teams.</li><li>
Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence.</li></ul>
Preferred Domain Experience<ul><li>
Wealth Management</li><li>
Asset Management</li><li>
Investment Platforms</li><li>
Banking</li><li>
Financial Services</li><li>
Capital Markets</li></ul>
Nice to Have<ul><li>
Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.</li><li>
Exposure to cloud platforms and modern engineering practices.</li><li>
Knowledge of DevOps methodologies.</li><li>
Experience supporting enterprise financial applications.</li><li>
Exposure to AI-assisted software development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, or similar.</li></ul></div>

Software Engineer (.NET & Advent APX)

<div>IT Support Engineer &ndash; Enterprise Monitoring (Data Centre Operations) | Abu Dhabi
We are hiring an IT Support Engineer to join a Data Centre Operations team supporting a leading UAE financial institution in Abu Dhabi. This is a hands on, junior to early career role focused on system monitoring, backup operations, and core banking support.
What you will do<ul><li>
Perform daily system monitoring across servers, hardware, applications, and key processes, including uptime checks and verification of scheduled jobs such as backups and DR replication</li><li>
Execute daily backup operations, ensuring file systems and data are backed up correctly, recovery media is created, and media is recycled</li><li>
Provide level 1 support across teams, investigating and troubleshooting issues as they arise</li><li>
Monitor performance and capacity across IT systems, applications, and data centre components</li><li>
Support core banking end of day activities and generate related reports</li><li>
Respond to IT, data centre, and database alerts and hardware malfunctions</li><li>
Track, document, and report incidents accurately</li></ul>
What you bring<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Computer Engineering</li><li>
0 to 2 years of experience in a similar IT support or data centre operations role</li><li>
Working knowledge of servers (rack/blade), storage (SAN/NAS, backup and archive), and operating systems including Windows, Linux, and ideally AIX</li><li>
Exposure to virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper V, or OpenShift) is an advantage</li><li>
Banking, finance, or core banking systems exposure is a strong plus</li><li>
Fluent in Arabic with a good command of English</li><li>
UAE based or willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi</li><li>
Strong communication skills and ability to work flexible hours, including shift coverage where required.</li></ul>
Why this role
Join a high visibility data centre function supporting critical banking infrastructure, with direct exposure to enterprise monitoring, disaster recovery processes, and core banking operations. A strong stepping stone for engineers looking to build a career in financial sector IT infrastructure.</div>

IT Support Engineer - Enterprise Monitoring (Data Centre Operations)

<div>We are seeking a highly skilled Python Engineer (Python &amp; Microservices) to join a dynamic, enterprise data engineering chapter in Dubai. This role bridges the gap between high-performance backend engineering and robust data architecture, focusing on the end-to-end delivery of scalable business platforms and data-driven enterprise systems.
The ideal candidate will possess expert-level proficiency in core Python, modern asynchronous web frameworks, and distributed microservices architectures. You will be responsible for designing secure RESTful APIs, building efficient data transformation (ETL) pipelines to serve massive datasets, and optimizing both relational and NoSQL database layers. 
Requirements 
 
Key Responsibilities1. Python Microservices &amp; API Development<ul><li>
Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, and resilient microservices architectures using Python.</li><li>
Build and serve high-performance RESTful APIs utilizing asynchronous web frameworks such as FastAPI and Flask (or Django/Pyramid).</li><li>
Optimize concurrent connections and I/O operations using advanced asynchronous programming patterns (asyncio).</li><li>
Collaborate closely with front-end developers and cross-functional teams to integrate user-facing elements with complex server-side data logic.</li></ul>
2. Data Transformations &amp; Schema Management<ul><li>
Design, build, and optimize robust data transformation pipelines and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to clean, aggregate, and enrich large datasets for analytical consumption.</li><li>
Architect and maintain database schemas across both Relational and NoSQL data storage solutions, ensuring data integrity, quality, and consistency.</li><li>
Implement optimized data access layers using Object-Relational Mappers (ORMs) like SQLAlchemy or Django ORM to abstract and streamline CRUD operations, data queries, and transaction handling.</li></ul>
3. Security, DevOps &amp; Platform Engineering<ul><li>
Enforce security best practices across all microservices, implementing robust authentication, authorization, and encryption protocols using OAuth, JWT, and API Gateways.</li><li>
Act as a core developer focused on productionizing frameworks, taking ownership of developing and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines.</li><li>
Utilize advanced debugging, logging, profiling, and testing techniques (unit testing, integration testing) to ensure code reliability.</li></ul>
Technical Specifications &amp; SkillsCore Technical Stack (Essential)<ul><li>
Programming &amp; Frameworks: Expert Python development. Hands-on experience with FastAPI, Flask, asyncio, and routing/templating workflows.</li><li>
ORMs &amp; Databases: Strong database manipulation using SQLAlchemy or Django ORM. High proficiency in writing complex SQL and database tuning.</li><li>
Security: Solid experience securing microservices via JWT, OAuth, and gateway configurations.</li><li>
Tooling &amp; Scripting: Strong Shell scripting prowess and version control mastery (Git workflow: branching, merging, pull requests).</li><li>
Engineering Practices: Demonstrated background productionizing code and configuring CI/CD automation.</li></ul>
Data Ecosystem Awareness &amp; Preferred Skills<ul><li>
Big Data Awareness: Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and Big Data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka).</li><li>
Cloud &amp; Containers (Preferred): Practical exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).</li><li>
Data Governance (Preferred): Awareness of data compliance, data governance, and enterprise data security principles.</li></ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>
Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related quantitative technical field.</li><li>
Experience: Proven track record as a Core Python/Data Engineer delivering production-grade microservices and data pipelines in an enterprise environment.</li><li>
Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail. Excellent communication, team collaboration, and documentation skills to present technical considerations effectively to stakeholders.</li></ul></div>

Sr. Python Engineer - Microservices & Data Platforms

<div>We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Product Engineer (Finacle Automation) to join a premier banking technology team in Dubai. Operating within the Software Engineering Chapter, this role is aligned with the Business Platforms &amp; Core Platforms delivery streams.
The ideal candidate will bring 6 to 10 years of deep technical expertise in Finacle testing and ecosystem scripting. You will be responsible for driving high-quality, end-to-end test automation strategies across core banking applications, ensuring robust functional coverage, and verifying system integrations within an Agile delivery framework. 
Requirements 
 
Key Responsibilities1. Finacle Test Engineering &amp; Validation<ul><li>
Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test suites for Finacle 11X core banking landscapes.</li><li>
Validate end-to-end technical and functional workflows across CRM, Core Banking, and Payments modules.</li><li>
Perform deep-dive functional validation covering both Assets and Liabilities business tracks.</li><li>
Utilize Finacle scripting capabilities and advanced log validation techniques to troubleshoot, isolate, and debug system behaviors.</li></ul>
2. Test Automation &amp; Integration Testing<ul><li>
Architect, build, and maintain scalable automated test frameworks from scratch using Selenium with Java or Playwright with Node.js.</li><li>
Perform rigorous in-sprint automation testing closely aligned with fast-paced Agile delivery cycles.</li><li>
Validate and automate testing for SOAP and REST Finacle APIs to guarantee flawless downstream and upstream integrations.</li><li>
Analyze and validate FIXML messages and construct complex SQL queries to verify data integrity within back-end databases.</li></ul>
Technical Specifications &amp; SkillsCore Automation &amp; Finacle Stack (Essential)<ul><li>
Core Platform: Hands-on testing and engineering experience on Finacle 11X platforms.</li><li>
Modules &amp; Domains: Solid operational understanding of Finacle CRM, Core, Payments modules, and the Assets &amp; Liabilities banking domains.</li><li>
Automation Frameworks: Strong proficiency in Selenium (Java) or Playwright (Node.js) for UI and functional automation.</li><li>
Data &amp; APIs: Working knowledge of FIXML, SQL, and API validation (REST/SOAP).</li></ul>
Preferred Expertise &amp; Scripting (Highly Value Add)<ul><li>
Proven experience working on large-scale Finacle implementation or migration testing projects.</li><li>
Practical knowledge of Finacle scripting syntax and runtime environment logs to accelerate root-cause analysis.</li></ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>
Experience: 6 to 10 years of dedicated experience in banking automation testing, with an explicit focus on the Finacle core banking ecosystem.</li><li>
Education: Bachelor's or Master&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or an equivalent technical field.</li><li>
Soft Skills: Strong analytical capabilities, excellent cross-functional collaboration habits, and the communication skills required to articulate test health metrics to product owners and chapter leads.</li></ul></div>

Sr. Finacle Automation Engineer

<div>We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Payments Engineer (Cards &amp; Cards Acquiring) to join a leading enterprise banking technology team in Dubai. Operating within the Software Engineering Chapter, this role is dedicated to the end-to-end delivery, orchestration, and production support of our critical Business Platforms &amp; Payments infrastructure.
As a Senior Payments Engineer, you will own the technical delivery of strategic Cards Platform projects, major enhancements, and Business-As-Usual (BAU) demands. This role requires a strong engineering background in credit/debit card processing systems, merchant/acquiring solutions, and high-performance payment switch integrations, working seamlessly within fast-paced Agile squads. 
Requirements 
 
Key Responsibilities1. Product Engineering &amp; Lifecycle Management<ul><li>
Drive end-to-end technical delivery for card platforms, managing complex requirement analysis, systems design, and seamless third-party vendor integrations.</li><li>
Lead technical execution across card lifecycle initiatives, including enhancements to payment processing, clearing, settlement, and chargeback workflows.</li><li>
Collaborate actively within cross-functional Agile squads to translate business requirements into highly secure, stable, and scalable payment solutions.</li></ul>
2. Cards Acquiring &amp; Payment Systems Integration<ul><li>
Design and maintain robust components supporting the Cards Acquiring ecosystem, merchant processing frameworks, and payment gateways.</li><li>
Oversee system integrations with global card schemes (e.g., Visa, Mastercard) and regional payment networks, ensuring strict compliance with financial standards.</li><li>
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance transaction success rates, lower latency, and modernize merchant onboarding platforms.</li></ul>
3. Testing, Release &amp; Production Stability<ul><li>
Provide advanced technical oversight during system integration testing (SIT) and user acceptance testing (UAT), quickly resolving critical engineering defects.</li><li>
Coordinate complex code release management activities, ensuring zero-downtime deployments across highly regulated payment platform environments.</li><li>
Act as a Tier-3 escalation point for production support, driving rapid incident management, root-cause analysis (RCA), and continuous platform stability.</li></ul>
Technical Specifications &amp; SkillsCore Cards &amp; Payments Expertise (Essential)<ul><li>
Cards Domain: Comprehensive technical knowledge of Cards Issuing or Cards Acquiring platform engineering.</li><li>
Acquiring Systems: Solid hands-on experience with merchant processing, POS/mPOS terminals, e-commerce payment gateways, and clearing/settlement protocols.</li><li>
Financial Protocols: Deep understanding of messaging standards and payment switch protocols (e.g., ISO 8583, AS2805, or EMV compliance frameworks).</li><li>
Core Engineering: Strong database skills (SQL/Oracle) and experience with backend application frameworks used to build high-throughput, low-latency transaction processing services.</li></ul>
Engineering &amp; Framework Practices<ul><li>
Strong experience working inside Agile/Scrum software delivery environments.</li><li>
Familiarity with enterprise ticketing and defect tracking systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow).</li><li>
Understanding of security and compliance frameworks mandatory in payment card industries (e.g., PCI-DSS).</li></ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>
Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a strictly equivalent technical discipline.</li><li>
Experience: Proven track record in a Senior Software or Product Engineering role explicitly focused on Cards and Payments systems within a Bank, Fintech, or Payment Service Provider (PSP).</li><li>
Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical and debugging capabilities, a proactive problem-solving mindset, and the interpersonal skills necessary to coordinate effortlessly between business units and core engineering teams.</li></ul></div>

Senior Payments Engineer - Cards Acquiring

<div>We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Product Engineer (Finacle &amp; Automation Testing) to join a leading enterprise banking technology team in Dubai. Operating within the Software Engineering Chapter, this role focuses on the end-to-end quality, automation, and delivery of core financial applications across our Business Platforms &amp; Core Platforms.
The ideal candidate will blend deep functional expertise in the Finacle 11X core banking ecosystem with advanced test automation engineering. You will be responsible for driving high-quality, automation-driven test coverage across critical banking modules, verifying complex integrations, and leveraging Finacle scripting to accelerate delivery within an Agile framework. 
Requirements 
 
Key Responsibilities1. Finacle Core Testing &amp; Domain Validation<ul><li>
Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test suites for Finacle 11X core banking environments, specifically covering CRM, Core Banking, and Payments modules.</li><li>
Validate end-to-end complex functional flows across retail and corporate banking tracks, specializing in Assets and Liabilities.</li><li>
Perform advanced technical log validation and leverage Finacle scripting techniques to isolate, debug, and troubleshoot system anomalies during testing phases.</li></ul>
2. Test Automation Engineering<ul><li>
Architect, build, and maintain highly scalable automated test frameworks using Selenium (Java) or Playwright (Node.js).</li><li>
Embed seamless in-sprint automation testing frameworks tightly aligned with fast-paced Agile delivery cycles.</li><li>
Develop robust automation scripts to validate SOAP and REST Finacle APIs, ensuring seamless system integration.</li></ul>
3. Database, Integration &amp; Platform Engineering<ul><li>
Analyze and validate data integrity using FIXML messages and advanced SQL scripting.</li><li>
Collaborate within the Software Engineering chapter to champion CI/CD testing pipelines, lowering regression risks across core banking deployments.</li></ul>
Technical Specifications &amp; SkillsCore Finacle &amp; Domain Expertise (Essential)<ul><li>
Finacle Platform: Strong testing and engineering experience on the Finacle ecosystem (highly preferred on Finacle 11X).</li><li>
Module Exposure: Hands-on functional validation across Finacle CRM, Core, and Payments modules.</li><li>
Domain Knowledge: Solid structural understanding of banking operations, specifically the Assets and Liabilities domains.</li><li>
Data &amp; Protocols: Working proficiency with FIXML and writing SQL queries for backend database validation.</li></ul>
Automation &amp; Scripting (Crucial)<ul><li>
Frameworks: Hands-on expertise in Selenium with Java OR Playwright with Node.js for web automation.</li><li>
API Testing: Proven ability to automate and test SOAP and REST APIs.</li><li>
Technical Scripting: Knowledge of Finacle scripting methodologies and advanced log validation techniques.</li></ul>
Preferred Experience<ul><li>
Prior hands-on exposure to large-scale Finacle implementation or migration testing projects within an enterprise banking environment.</li></ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>
Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a strictly equivalent technical field.</li><li>
Experience: Proven track record in a senior engineering capacity focusing on core banking automation testing.</li><li>
Soft Skills: Exceptional technical debugging skills, an agile mindset, and excellent cross-functional communication skills to work seamlessly with development and business units.</li></ul></div>

Finacle Test Automation Engineer

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