Full Stack Developer Lead

Job description / Role

About the role:

We are seeking a seasoned full stack developer / lead to join our Dubai-based team. In this role, you will drive the end-to-end development of scalable web applications, architect robust solutions, and mentor a growing development team. You will collaborate closely with product, design, and operations stakeholders to deliver high-quality software that meets business objectives and user needs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of full stack web applications using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Node.js
• Define and enforce coding standards, conduct code reviews, and ensure best practices
• Architect and optimize database schemas and queries for both SQL and NoSQL data stores
• Collaborate with product managers and UX/UI designers to translate requirements into technical specifications
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of learning and innovation
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment workflows
• Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement performance improvements
• Ensure security, scalability, and maintainability of applications
• Participate in sprint planning, estimations, and Agile ceremonies

Required qualifications:

• 4–6 years of professional full stack development experience
• Expert proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript
• Strong hands-on experience with React and Node.js
• Solid experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and writing optimized SQL queries
• Proficiency with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB)
• Deep understanding of RESTful API design and integration
• Experience with version control systems (Git)
• Demonstrated leadership or team lead experience, including mentoring or coaching peers
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and serverless architectures
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Background in microservices architecture and event-driven design
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI
• Knowledge of performance monitoring and logging tools (e.g., New Relic, ELK Stack)
• Prior experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Position details

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Information Technology (IT) / Software

Experience required: 4+ years

About the Company

AIQU connects future-ready technology specialists with forward-looking organisations. We help businesses deliver high-impact and high-quality technology projects by using our unrivalled global sourcing capabilities to attract diverse talent within the region.

Our bespoke staffing solution offers the most flexible option you can have while maintaining 100% legislative compliance. AIQU’s fast and highly responsive employee management processes are designed to provide your most valuable assets, your people, with a seamless experience!

From business analysts to change managers; from front-end developers to back-end engineers, full-stack developers, and database administrators; from process analysts to software architects; AIQU can provide and manage specialists for a technology transformation project or for a project in maintenance phase across six key verticals.