Software Engineering Head

eMagine Solutions are proud to be engaged with a globally recognized aviation group is seeking an innovative Head of Engineering to lead the design, development, and delivery of next-generation technology solutions. This is a unique opportunity to shape the engineering vision for a major Middle Eastern airline, building and scaling cutting-edge, data-driven applications that will define the future of travel and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performing engineering team responsible for delivering mission-critical software and digital platforms.
• Architect and oversee the development of scalable, secure, and high-availability solutions using modern technologies.
• Drive the adoption of AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics to enable data-driven decision-making and automation across the business.
• Champion DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud-native development practices to accelerate innovation and delivery.
• Collaborate closely with business, product, and technology leaders to align engineering initiatives with organizational goals.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence within the engineering organization.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Engineering Leadership:
• Demonstrated success leading large, multidisciplinary engineering teams in complex, high-availability environments-preferably in aviation, logistics, or similarly dynamic industries.
• AI & Data-Driven Development:
• Hands-on experience architecting and deploying AI/ML models, data platforms, and real-time analytics solutions at scale.
• Cloud & Kubernetes Expertise:
• Deep proficiency in designing and managing cloud-native applications using Kubernetes, Docker, and major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Modern Software Engineering:
• Strong background in microservices, API-first development, and modern programming languages (such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js).
• DevOps & Automation:
• Proven ability to implement DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automated testing frameworks.
• Security & Compliance:
• Advanced understanding of secure software development, data privacy, and regulatory requirements in global enterprises.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to collaborate with C-level executives, product owners, and cross-functional teams.
• Innovation Mindset:
• Passion for leveraging emerging technologies-AI, IoT, automation, and cloud computing-to deliver transformative business outcomes.
• Team Building & Mentorship:
• Experience recruiting, mentoring, and developing engineering talent in fast-paced, multicultural environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role
• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS/Azure/GCP), Kubernetes, or DevOps tools are highly desirable

What's on Offer

• Competitive executive compensation: AED 52,000 - 58,000 per month
• Comprehensive benefits package, including family medical, annual flights, and education support
• Opportunity to lead high-impact engineering initiatives for a flagship regional organization
• Collaborative, innovative, and multicultural work environment in Dubai

About Us

eMagine Solutions is a leading executive recruitment specialist, partnering with world-class organizations to deliver exceptional talent and drive digital transformation.

Skills

• Visionary leadership in scaling engineering organizations for hyper-growth and digital transformation
• Proven success architecting and launching AI-driven products and platforms at enterprise scale
• Mastery of Kubernetes for orchestrating large-scale, containerized applications in production environments
• Deep experience with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and real-time data processing
• Track record of building secure, resilient, and highly available cloud-native solutions (multi-cloud/hybrid cloud expertise a plus)
• Advanced knowledge of data engineering: streaming data pipelines, data mesh, and data governance frameworks
• Hands-on expertise in MLOps-deploying, monitoring, and optimizing machine learning models in production
• Strong background in API economy: designing robust, scalable APIs powering ecosystems and third-party integrations
• Experience driving adoption of serverless architectures and edge computing for next-gen application performance
• Commitment to engineering best practices: code quality, automated testing, peer review, and technical debt management
• Fluency in Agile at scale, Lean software development, and continuous delivery methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and rapid prototyping
• Experience with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog) for proactive monitoring and incident response
• Passion for mentoring, developing, and retaining world-class engineering talent across geographies
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills-able to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Strong business acumen: aligning engineering outcomes with strategic business goals and ROI