senior lead software engineer

Lunate

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 Firm Overview
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Lunate is a new Abu Dhabi-based, Partner-led, independent global alternative investment manager with more than 250 employees and $115 billion of assets under management. Lunate invests across the entire private markets spectrum including buyouts, growth equity, early and late-stage venture capital, private credit, real assets, and public equities and public credit. Lunate aims to be one of the world&rsquo;s leading private markets solutions providers through SMAs and multi-asset class funds, seeking to generate best-in-class risk-adjusted returns for its clients.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Senior Data Engineer will be the first dedicated internal data engineering hire in Lunate&rsquo;s Data &amp; AI function. This role is responsible for building dependable ingestion and transformation pipelines into Snowflake, shaping high-quality, well-modelled datasets that power reporting, operations, and AI-enabled products. You will work closely with the Head of Data &amp; AI and partner with Infrastructure (who own Snowflake account and platform setup) to deliver a modern, data-as-code engineering practice with strong controls, testing, and repeatability, supporting both BI and AI/Agentic workloads.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Duties and Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Build and own ingestion pipelines into Snowflake using modern ELT patterns (Fivetran or equivalent, plus custom ingestion where needed), handling schema drift and source changes safely.
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 Leverage AI Tools to design and automate our pipelines.
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 Implement a layered data architecture (raw, standardised, business) that preserves immutability, auditability, and supports reprocessing and backfills.
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 Develop transformations as version-controlled code (SQL and Python) using dbt or equivalent tooling.
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 Apply pragmatic data modelling practices, using dimensional (Kimball) or relational approaches where appropriate.
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 Build data quality and reconciliation into pipelines, with automated checks and visible quality signals.
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 Operate pipelines like software: CI/CD, automated testing, peer review, and controlled promotion across environments.
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 Optimise Snowflake usage for performance and cost, working with Infrastructure on governance controls.
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 Partner with BI practitioners and AI engineers to deliver AI-ready datasets with consistent semantics and clear lineage.
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 Collaborate with investment, operations, and finance teams to translate requirements into robust data products.
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 Contribute to engineering standards, patterns, and documentation as the data function scales.
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 Qualifications and Experience
 
 
 
 
 
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 6+ years of professional data engineering experience delivering production pipelines.
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 Strong experience with Snowflake&rsquo;s full suite of products &ndash; especially core functionality.
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 Hands-on experience with dbt, including testing and environment management.
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 Familiarity with modern ingestion tools such as Fivetran.
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 Strong grounding in data modelling fundamentals (Kimball and relational).
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 Python-native, comfortable writing production-quality pipeline and orchestration code.
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 Strong software engineering discipline applied to data (Git, CI/CD, automated testing).
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 Experience building replayable, idempotent pipelines with backfill support.
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 Financial services experience preferred, with understanding of audit, restatement, and as-of data concepts.
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Senior Data Engineer

Deeplight

<div>DeepLight AI is a specialist AI and data consultancy dedicated to transforming the regional corporate landscape through bespoke, high-impact intelligent systems. Based in the UAE, we partner with organizations across diverse sectors&mdash;with a deep-rooted expertise in Financial Services and Banking&mdash;to bridge the gap between complex data and actionable business strategy.
At DeepLight, we don't believe in &quot;off-the-shelf&quot; fixes. We deliver tailored AI solutions designed to integrate seamlessly into existing enterprise architectures, ensuring that innovation is both scalable and secure. From building robust data foundations to deploying sophisticated AI platforms, we empower our clients to lead in an increasingly automated world.
As a Senior AI Engineer, you will drive the design, development, and deployment of production-grade Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI solutions. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge research and enterprise-scale application engineering, specifically focused on delivering high-impact, secure, and performant intelligent systems for premier clients in regulated spaces like financial services and banking.
You will act as a technical pillar within the AI squad&mdash;collaborating with Data Architects, UI Engineers, and delivery leads to transform complex business requirements into robust, production-ready AI agents and pipelines. This role demands exceptional technical mastery, a deep commitment to architectural integrity, and a proactive approach to solving ambiguous data challenges.
Key ResponsibilitiesGenerative &amp; Agentic AI Engineering<ul><li>
Cognitive Systems Architecture: Design, build, and optimize enterprise-grade Generative AI applications and multi-agent frameworks capable of complex reasoning and autonomous task execution.</li><li>
Knowledge Retrieval Systems: Architect and maintain scalable Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines utilizing advanced vector databases and semantic search strategies.</li><li>
Advanced Prompt Engineering: Develop and systematically evaluate advanced prompting techniques, guardrails, and context-window management strategies to ensure predictable, secure model behavior.</li></ul>
Deep Learning &amp; Model Optimization<ul><li>
Core Modeling &amp; Execution: Train, fine-tune, and deploy deep learning models across both Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Computer Vision (CV) domains.</li><li>
Open-Source &amp; Cloud Integration: Evaluate and deploy both proprietary cloud models (e.g., GPT, Claude) and open-source foundation models, balancing performance, latency, and cost.</li><li>
Edge &amp; Inference Optimization: Convert and optimize models for efficient production deployment and runtime inference using formats like ONNX.</li></ul>
Data &amp; MLOps Infrastructure<ul><li>
Data Processing Pipelines: Architect and refine complex, highly performant data preprocessing and feature engineering pipelines for unstructured and structured data.</li><li>
Database Governance: Design and optimize high-throughput queries across relational SQL databases and specialized NoSQL/Vector data stores.</li><li>
Rigorous Evaluation: Establish robust, data-driven model evaluation frameworks to continuously benchmark accuracy, drift, latency, and safety in production.</li></ul>
As an AI consultancy, our greatest asset is the expertise of our people.
 
While technical mastery is the foundation of what we do, the ability to bridge the gap between complex data science and actionable business value is what defines your success with Deeplight.
 
We're looking for individuals who are not only world-class in their fields of specialism, but also compelling communicators and persuasive advocates for their own skills.
 
You will be the face of our firm, tasked with building trust, articulating the &quot;why&quot; behind your technical decisions, and effectively &quot;selling&quot; your vision to high-level stakeholders.
 
If you thrive on the challenge of presenting cutting-edge solutions as much as you do on building them, you will fit right in. 
Requirements 
We need you to have:<ul><li>
A proven track record of designing, evaluating, and operating AI/ML models in high-availability enterprise or production environments.</li><li>
Demonstrated professional or research experience spanning both Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Computer Vision (CV).</li><li>
Hands-on experience leveraging enterprise cloud AI infrastructures (such as Azure AI Studio or AWS Bedrock) to deploy foundation models.</li></ul>
AI, Modeling &amp; Frameworks<ul><li>
Deep conceptual and practical understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs), agentic workflows, function calling, and embedding models.</li><li>
Expert proficiency in PyTorch and TensorFlow for building, training, and troubleshooting deep neural networks.</li><li>
A practical understanding of model compilation, quantization, and deployment optimization via ONNX runtime.</li><li>
High proficiency in configuring and querying Vector Databases (e.g., Azure DocumentDB, Elasticsearch, Faiss) alongside extensive knowledge of enterprise SQL and NoSQL architectures.</li></ul>
Software Engineering &amp; Core Tools<ul><li>
Perfect-tier coding skills in Python, with a command of asynchronous programming, design patterns, and clean, modular code architecture.</li><li>
Advanced capabilities in processing massive datasets utilizing standard data ecosystems (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Polars, or PySpark)</li></ul>
It would also be great if you had: 
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An MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a highly related quantitative field.</li><li>
Prior experience engineering AI solutions within banking, fintech, or highly regulated corporate environments (e.g., familiarity with data privacy, compliance, and secure financial data models).</li><li>
Familiarity with framework libraries such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, or AutoGen for agentic workflow construction.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
The benefits you'll enjoy as part of this role include: 
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Competitive salary
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</li><li>Visa Sponsorship for the successful individual</li><li>
Professional development and certification support</li><li>
Subscription reimbursement relating to your role</li><li>
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects</li><li>
Monthly Employee Incentive program</li><li>
Career advancement opportunities in a rapidly growing AI company</li></ul> 
This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI implementation while working with a talented team of professionals at the forefront of technological innovation. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving our company's success in delivering transformative AI solutions to our clients. 
 
At DeepLight AI, we recognise that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals with different thinking styles can thrive and contribute their unique strengths to our specialised AI and data solutions.
Our goal is to ensure our application and interview process is accessible, predictable, and fair for all candidates.
If you require any specific adjustments to the application process, or if you require any reasonable adjustments should you be successful in being processed to the interview stage, please do let us know. This information will be kept strictly confidential and will not impact hiring decisions.</div>

Senior AI Engineer

Dizzaract FZ LLC

01. ABOUT THE COMPANYDizzaract is a product-driven company operating at the intersection of gaming, digital platforms, and AI. We build and scale multiple products &mdash; including Farcana, Gamed, and FAR Labs &mdash; each exploring a different space, but united by a shared approach: moving fast, staying curious, and focusing on things that people actually use. We operate as a collaborative, non-hierarchical team where ideas are valued based on their impact, not theirorigin, and where AI is embedded across everything we build &mdash; from infrastructure to product decisions.02. ABOUT THE ROLEWe&rsquo;re looking for a Senior AI Engineer to design and ship production AI systems powering GAMED.This role focuses on applied AI &mdash; not research for the sake of research. You&rsquo;ll work on recommendation systems, AI-driven moderation, retrieval systems, agentic workflows, ranking systems, and player-facing AI features integrated directly into the product ecosystem. You&rsquo;ll collaborate closely with Backend, Product, and Infrastructure teams to build scalable AI systems used by real users.03. WHO YOU ARE<ul><li>You think pragmatically about AI products and infrastructure.</li><li>You care about reliability, evaluation, and production quality.</li><li>You&rsquo;re comfortable building systems from experimentation to deployment.</li><li>You understand both model quality and infrastructure cost.</li><li>You enjoy solving applied ML problems in live environments.</li></ul>04. RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Design and deploy AI-powered product features.</li><li>Build recommendation, ranking, moderation, and agent systems.</li><li>Develop and optimize RAG pipelines.</li><li>Work with modern LLM ecosystems and open-weight models.</li><li>Design evaluation frameworks and testing pipelines.</li><li>Optimize inference, retrieval, and deployment performance.</li><li>Collaborate closely with backend and infrastructure teams.</li></ul>05. REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>5+ years in engineering.</li><li>3+ years building applied ML/AI systems in production.</li><li>Strong Python expertise.</li><li>Experience with PyTorch or JAX.</li><li>Experience with LLMs, RAG, and agent systems.</li><li>Experience with vector databases and retrieval systems.</li><li>Understanding of model evaluation and deployment strategies.</li><li>Experience balancing quality, latency, and infrastructure cost.</li></ul>06. NICE TO HAVE<ul><li>RLHF / DPO / PPO experience.</li><li>Multi-agent systems.</li><li>Recommender systems at scale.</li><li>MLOps tooling.</li><li>AI safety / red-teaming experience.</li></ul>07. WHAT WE OFFER<ul><li>Real ownership and direct impact on a global AI infrastructure product.</li><li>Fast execution, low bureaucracy, and a highly collaborative, idea-driven team.</li><li>Exposure to cutting-edge AI, gaming platforms, and digital asset economies.</li><li>Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.</li><li>24 days annual leave, plus public holidays.</li><li>Health insurance.</li><li>Modern office in Yas Creative Hub.</li><li>Continuous learning through real-world problem solving &mdash; not just theory.</li><li>The opportunity to shape what you're working on and influence product direction.</li><li>A diverse, open-minded team where ideas are genuinely heard.</li></ul>Work Location: In person

<div></div><div><div>Overview
</div><div>The Engineering Team Lead is responsible for disseminating Engineering projects and workloads for all Engineers assigned to his section. The Engineering TL is responsible for advising and assisting the Engineering Manager with developing and enforcing of the customer management quality system. 
 
Responsible for overall management of department engineers to ensure management requirements are fulfilled. 
2. Expected to clearly communicate the timeline, scope and risks to all stakeholders for the deliverables. 
3. Work closely with Production and management to ensure that work is being prioritized appropriately 
4. Ensures Engineers have technical skills to accomplish their assigned tasks. 
5. Plans and accomplishes department tasks and challenging projects and other work activities under the minimal direction of manager. 
6. Issue progress status reports to department manager of the different projects being executed by the department engineers. 
7. Understand and complete all QA/QC policies and procedures to maintain the high quality standards expected of designs and project specifications
 
8. Implement approved Department policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures in order to support execution of the Department work programs in line with Company and customer standards and requirements.
</div><div></div><div>Nationality
</div><div>No Restriction
</div><div></div><div>Qualification
 </div><div><div>Minimum Qualification:
 
 
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aeronautics, Mechanical or Aerospace) A&amp;P; EASA or equivalent license is preferred. 
 
 Project Management certification is desired 
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</div><div></div><div>Experience
 </div><div>Minimum of 15 Years 8 year's experience in aviation engineering/ maintenance 4 of which in leading position.
 
 
Experience in mechanical components and electronic equipment analysis. 
 
 Full conversant with aircraft regulatory requirements and maintenance documentations. 
 
 Advanced computer qualification, with emphasis on condition monitoring, stress analysis and design software.</div></div><div></div>

Team Lead - Engineering

PortecLink General Trading

About Us: We are a leading HVAC contractor based in Abu Dhabi, committed to delivering high-quality heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions across the UAE. As we embark on a new project, we are seeking an experienced HVAC Senior Engineer / Construction Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of project execution.Job Summary: The HVAC Senior Engineer / Construction Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing HVAC projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and Sub-contractors and with the consultant/client to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the project's objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Project Planning and Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans that merge consultant/client requirements with company goals and coordinate various managers and technical personnel during all project phases, from initial development through implementation.</li><li>Budget Management: Manage project budgets, monitor expenditures, and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining quality standards.</li><li>Team Coordination: Lead, coach, and motivate project team members on a proactive basis. Assign tasks and responsibilities, and ensure the team is working effectively and efficiently</li><li>Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for consultant/client , providing regular updates on project status, addressing concerns.</li><li>Quality Assurance: Ensure all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget. Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure the final product meets the required standards.</li><li>Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.</li><li>Minimum of 9+ years in Mechanical/HVAC Construction Field, 4-6 years of experience in Mechanical (HVAC) project management, preferably within the UAE/GCC region .</li><li>Proven experience in managing large-scale projects from start to completion.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering principles, HVAC systems, including design, installation, and maintenance.</li><li>Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office .</li></ul>&middot; Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.<ul><li>Valid UAE driving license</li><li>PMP certification is a plus.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Mechanical (HVAC) Senior Engineer / Construction Manager

Burtville Development

Senior MEP EngineerCompany: Burtville Development Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesJoin Burtville DevelopmentAt Burtville Development, we are committed to creating exceptional residential communities through innovation, quality, and engineering excellence. As one of Abu Dhabi's growing real estate developers, we are looking for an experienced Senior MEP Engineer to become a key member of our engineering team.This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality developments and enjoys collaborating with multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesAs our Senior MEP Engineer, you will:<ul><li>Lead the design, coordination, and technical review of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), Drainage, Fire Protection, and ELV systems from concept design through tender documentation.</li><li>Ensure seamless coordination between MEP, Architectural, Structural, Interior Design, and BIM teams.</li><li>Review engineering calculations, equipment selections, system sizing, routing, and service coordination to ensure efficient and practical designs.</li><li>Ensure all MEP designs comply with Abu Dhabi authority requirements, including ADM, ADDC, Civil Defense, Estidama, and other applicable regulations.</li><li>Manage authority submissions, technical comments, approvals, and resubmissions.</li><li>Conduct multidisciplinary coordination meetings and proactively resolve design conflicts.</li><li>Review BIM models, shop drawings, and clash detection reports to ensure coordination accuracy and project quality.</li><li>Prepare and review technical specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and equipment schedules.</li><li>Provide technical guidance and mentorship to design engineers, BIM coordinators, and drafting teams.</li><li>Support procurement and construction teams by providing technical clarifications and value engineering solutions.</li><li>Present engineering recommendations and technical solutions to management, consultants, and project stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with company standards, project requirements, applicable codes, and agreed timelines.</li></ul>What We're Looking ForThe ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.</li><li>Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, preferably within the UAE.</li><li>Extensive experience in MEP design and coordination for residential and mixed-use developments.</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Drainage, Fire Protection, and ELV systems.</li><li>In-depth understanding of Abu Dhabi authority regulations and approval processes.</li><li>Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Navisworks, and other relevant engineering software.</li><li>Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and coordination skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.</li></ul>SalaryCompetitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience, will be discussed during the interview.Work Location: In person

Senior Mechanical Engineer (MEP) - Site Based

Al Bany International LLC

3 years in project estimation in any GCC country is a MUST.JOB LOCATION : OMANResponsibilities - Prepare accurate and detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates.- Analyze project requirements and develop cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment. - Collaborate with project managers and engineers to understand project scope and timelines. - Review blueprints, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates. - Utilize quantum engineering techniques to optimize project costs. - Present estimates and proposals to clients or management.- Prepares the packages of inquiries and send the inquiries to different suppliers/subcontractors.- Prepares the comparison between the different suppliers/subcontractors based on the tender document and discuss with Senior Estimation Engineer.- Follow up quotations. Filling and verification of BOQ. - Take-off quantities as instructed by the Senior EstimationQualifications - Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field. - Proven experience as an Estimation Engineer or similar role. - Proficiency in using estimation software ,interpreting engineering drawings &amp; using AutoCAD - Strong analytical and mathematical skills. - Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.Salary : upto 3500 AED +visa +accommodationJob Type: PermanentExperience:<ul><li>Estimation: 5 years (Required)</li><li>Quantity Surveyor: 3 years (Required)</li><li>AutoCAD: 3 years (Required)</li><li>Civil Drawings estimation &amp; BOQ: 3 years (Required)</li><li>Mechanical Drawings BOQ &amp; estimation: 3 years (Required)</li><li>Site Visit &amp; Survey: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Estimation Engineer -Piping (Oman)

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