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What You'll Do:

• Build internal components for our software
• take ownership of critical business and software operations
• Build quirky tools, bots, and Slack hacks that fuel our startup culture
• Create motion graphics, memes, or low-code automations that make people smile
• Support ops and marketing with creative coding experiments
• Inject energy and good vibes into the team

You Might Be a Fit If You:

• Have ownership, responsibility and dedication.
• Experiment constantly with new AI tools
• Can build quick prototypes or automations
• ENJOY THIS STUFF

Why Join:

Work directly with experienced founders and executives building real tech in a $40B+ market

Shape the culture and brand of an early stage Rocketship.

Learn fast, ship fun stuff, make your mark

This is unpaid full-time internship with opportunity for full-time hiring if business needs align

Job Role: Software Development Manager

Job Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Onsite)

Job Type: Permanent

• 12+ years in software development, withstrong expertise in Java/Spring Boot

• Lead design, development, and delivery ofAPI-driven, microservices-based e-commerce platforms.

• Provide technical leadership inJava, Spring Boot, and cloud-native architectures (AWS/Azure/GCP).

• Oversee end-to-endSDLC, CI/CD, DevOps, and code qualitypractices.

• Partner with Product, UX, and Business teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions.

• Drive performance, scalability, and security improvements across applications.

• Mentor and grow engineering teams, fostering innovation and best practices.

• Manage stakeholders, budgets, and timelines for multiple projects.

• Fluent in Arabic

Master-Works is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Software Deployment Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and monitoring software applications in various environments, ensuring that they run smoothly and meet operational requirements. You will collaborate closely with development, QA, and IT teams to facilitate seamless software delivery and deployment processes.

• Applications Production environment management with knowledge on Windows and Linux Servers management.
• Follow policies and procedures on Change Management and IT Governance standards.
• Cybersecurity Reports review and validation and closing vulnerabilities and provide closure report with evidence.
• Development knowledge: experienced on development outcomes including compiled files and configurations files of web applications and web servers management.
• Troubleshooting live applications in collaboration with Infrastructure teams ( Systems, Networks, and IT Security ) and provide RCA report.
• Level 3 Support: Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for complex application issues.
• Incident Management: Investigate, diagnose, and resolve application incidents, including software errors, performance issues, and system outages.
• Problem Management: Analyze recurring incidents, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures.
• Application Monitoring: Monitor application performance, identify potential issues proactively, and take corrective actions.
• User Support: Assist users with application-related questions, provide guidance on best practices, and conduct training sessions as needed.
• Application Upgrades & Deployments: Participate in the planning, testing, and deployment of application upgrades and patches.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation on application configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and knowledge base articles.
• Vendor Management: Coordinate with software vendors for technical support, bug fixes, and resolution of critical issues.
• Project Involvement: Contribute to IT projects related to application implementation, integration, and enhancement.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest technologies and best practices in application support.
• DevSecOps: Regular activities on development lifecycle and manage pipelines, configurations, and maintenance.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software deployment or a related role.
• Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell) for automation.
• Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
• Strong understanding of various deployment methodologies (e.g., blue-green, canary releases).
• Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple priorities.

Master-Works is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Software Deployment Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and monitoring software applications in various environments, ensuring that they run smoothly and meet operational requirements. You will collaborate closely with development, QA, and IT teams to facilitate seamless software delivery and deployment processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Plan and execute software deployments, including initial setup, configuration, and testing in staging and production environments.
2. Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues post-deployment, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
3. Develop and maintain deployment scripts and automation processes to improve deployment efficiency.
4. Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure code is ready for deployment.
5. Create and maintain documentation related to deployment processes and workflows.
6. Participate in the continuous improvement of deployment strategies and practices.
7. Stay updated on emerging technologies and tools to enhance the deployment process.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. 3+ years of experience in software deployment or a related role.
3. Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell) for automation.
4. Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
5. Strong understanding of various deployment methodologies (e.g., blue-green, canary releases).
6. Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
7. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
8. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
9. Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple priorities.

Join us at Master-Works and take your career to the next level while playing a vital role in delivering high-quality software solutions to our clients.

Job Description
Job Purpose
To lead the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-native architectures and high-performing software engineering teams. This role is responsible for building customer-centric applications, with a strong focus on the retail and e-commerce sectors, by leveraging AWS services to develop resilient, secure, and highly available systems. The position combines engineering leadership with solution architecture, driving strategic decisions for cloud infrastructure, microservices, and mobile solutions to ensure innovative, reliable, and business-aligned technology outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:
Software Development & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end software development lifecycle for consumer-facing and internal platforms including mobile apps, APIs, and integrations.
• Manage a team of engineers and oversee the development, deployment, and release of apps on App Store and Google Play Store.
• Own the development roadmap and coordinate closely with crossfunctional teams (Product, QA, UX) to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
• Implement and enforce engineering best practices (CI/CD, code reviews, Agile methodology).

Cloud & Solution Architecture

• Design scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud infrastructure using AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, and CloudWatch.
• Develop architectural blueprints and design documents for internal systems and customer-facing apps used by millions of users.
• Establish microservices and API-first architecture with high availability and failover strategies.
• Ensure seamless integration of third-party systems such as CRM, loyalty platforms, and payment gateways.
• Ensure real-time integration with retail ERP and other core enterprise systems through secure APIs and event-driven messaging, maintaining data consistency across the end-to-end commerce stack.
• Drive personalization and AI/ML initiatives by deploying recommendation engines and MLOps workflows on AWS to boost conversion and customer lifetime value.

DevOps & Infrastructure Management

• Oversee infrastructure automation using Terraform or similar IaC tools.
• Monitor system health, logs, and metrics to proactively identify performance bottlenecks or anomalies.
• Design disaster recovery plans and scaling strategies to support peak load events in retail and e-commerce.

Stakeholder Communication & Leadership

• Serve as the technical liaison between business leaders and engineering teams.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment on priorities and timelines.
• Coach and mentor engineers; drive career development and performance management within the team.
• Define and track KPIs related to delivery efficiency, system reliability, and user experience.

Cloud & Architecture Expertise (AWS-Focused
)

• Expertise in AWS ecosystem: EC2, Lambda, CloudFormation/Terraform, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Route 53, IAM, VPC, Auto Scaling, SNS, SQS.
• Strong understanding of serverless architecture and event-driven systems.
• Experience with container orchestration (ECS, EKS, Docker).
• Ability to architect for scalability, security, and fault tolerance across distributed systems.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with GDPR and PCI-DSS, and regional data-protection laws through privacy-by-design architecture, encryption, and continuous audit of all customer-data flows

Skills
Qualifications & Skills

• 10+ years of progressive experience in software development and architecture

roles.

• Proven team leadership and project delivery experience.
• Strong background in Java, JavaScript, APIs, microservices, and mobile

development.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Agile / Scrum practitioner with hands-on DevOps experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience in retail/e-commerce fulfillment systems (OMS, inventory, logistics).
• Working knowledge of Oracle or other CRM/Loyalty platforms.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like CloudWatch, Sentry, Datadog, or equivalent

Job Role: Software Development Manager

Job Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Onsite)

Job Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

• 12+ years in software development, with strong expertise in Java/Spring Boot
• Lead design, development, and delivery of API-driven, microservices-based e-commerce platforms.
• Provide technical leadership in Java, Spring Boot, and cloud-native architectures (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Oversee end-to-end SDLC, CI/CD, DevOps, and code quality practices.
• Partner with Product, UX, and Business teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Drive performance, scalability, and security improvements across applications.
• Mentor and grow engineering teams, fostering innovation and best practices.
• Manage stakeholders, budgets, and timelines for multiple projects.
• Fluent in Arabic

Job Summary:

Colleges of Excellence (CoE) is on the hunt for dynamic professionals to join our mission of delivering high quality vocational training in Saudi Arabia. We're dedicated to providing world-class education that turns passion into careers by focusing on employer needs and international standards.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver engaging software development curriculum.
• Collaborate with colleagues to innovate and enhance learning experiences.
• Assess and assure the quality of teaching and learning processes.
• Engage with students to inspire and guide their educational journey.
• Prepare exams: Create and administer tests and quizzes to assess student learning.
• Prepare lesson plans: Outline the objectives of each lesson, select appropriate materials and activities, and develop assessments.
• Provide high-quality teaching: Be knowledgeable about the subject matter, be engaging and enthusiastic in the classroom, and create a positive learning environment.
• Maintain student records: Keep track of student attendance, grades, and progress.
• Provide feedback to students: Give students constructive feedback on their work and help them to improve.
• Participate in professional development: Attend workshops, conferences, and other training opportunities to stay up-to-date on the latest teaching methods and technologies.
• Collaborate with other instructors: Work with other instructors to develop and implement curriculum, share resources, and provide support to students.
• Advise students on academic and career matters: Help students choose courses, set academic goals, and prepare for the workforce.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Holds an
  Academic IELTS
  certificate with a minimum overall band score of 6.5.
• At least 3 years of teaching experience in post-secondary, technical, or vocational education.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in using Smartboards, MS Office, Google Classrooms, Moodle, and online teaching.

Skills

• Strong knowledge and expertise in the specific vocational field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan, develop, and deliver effective vocational training programs
• Patience and understanding when working with students from diverse backgrounds
• Proficiency in using technology and different instructional methods
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to assess student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly
• Passion for teaching and helping others succeed in their chosen vocation

Location:

We're hiring talented individuals for our colleges in Al Khobar ,Al Madinah.

Overview

Master-Works is looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Software Development Engineer to join our growing team. As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge software applications that meet the needs of our clients. You will work in a collaborative team environment to create high-quality software solutions while mentoring junior developers.

• Applications Production environment management with knowledge on Windows OS Servers management.
• Follow policies and procedures on Change Management and IT Governance standards.
• Cybersecurity Reports review and validation and closing vulnerabilities and provide closure report with evidence.
• Development knowledge : experienced on development outcomes including compiled files and configurations files of web applications and web servers management.
• Troubleshooting live applications in Collaboration with Infrastructure teams ( Systems, Networks, and IT Security ) and provide RCA report.
• Level 3 Support : Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for complex application issues.
• Incident Management : Investigate, diagnose, and resolve application incidents, including software errors, performance issues, and system outages.
• Problem Management : Analyze recurring incidents, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures.
• Application Monitoring : Monitor application performance, identify potential issues proactively, and take corrective actions.
• User Support : Assist users with application-related questions, provide guidance on best practices, and conduct training sessions as needed.
• Application Upgrades & Deployments : Participate in the planning, testing, and deployment of application upgrades and patches.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation on application configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and knowledge base articles.
• Vendor Management : Coordinate with software vendors for technical support, bug fixes, and resolution of critical issues.
• Project Involvement : Contribute to IT projects related to application implementation, integration, and enhancement.
• Continuous Improvement : Stay current with the latest technologies and best practices in application support.

DevSecOps: regular activities on development lifecycle and manage pipelines, configurations, and maintenance.

Senior Software Development Engineer/Application Support:

• Applications Production environment management with knowledge on Windows OS and Linux OS Servers management.
• Follow policies and procedures on Change Management and IT Governance standards.
• Cybersecurity Reports review and validation and closing vulnerabilities and provide closure report with evidence.
• Development knowledge: experienced on development outcomes including compiled files and configurations files of web applications and web servers' management.
• Troubleshooting live applications in Collaboration with Infrastructure teams ( Systems, Networks, and IT Security ) and provide RCA report.
• Level 3 Support: Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for complex application issues.
• Incident Management: Investigate, diagnose, and resolve application incidents, including software errors, performance issues, and system outages.
• Problem Management: Analyze recurring incidents, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures.
• Application Monitoring: Monitor application performance, identify potential issues proactively, and take corrective actions.
• User Support: Assist users with application-related questions, provide guidance on best practices, and conduct training sessions as needed.
• Application Upgrades & Deployments: Participate in the planning, testing, and deployment of application upgrades and patches.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation on application configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and knowledge base articles.
• Vendor Management: Coordinate with software vendors for technical support, bug fixes, and resolution of critical issues.
• Project Involvement: Contribute to IT projects related to application implementation, integration, and enhancement.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest technologies and best practices in application support.
• DevSecOps: regular activities on development lifecycle and manage pipelines, configurations, and maintenance.

Saudi Only

4 - 8 years of experience