Project Management Officer

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Management Officer to join our Client an innovative Gaming company based in Dubai. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of projects spanning technology, construction, legal, office setup, and licensing. This role demands a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills, capable of steering projects to successful completion while aligning with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

● Project Planning and Management:
● Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.
● Lead and coordinate project teams, ensuring clear communication and effective collaboration.
● Track project progress, adjust plans as needed, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
● Domain-Specific Management:
● Technology: Oversee technology projects including software development, system implementation, and infrastructure upgrades.
● Construction: Manage construction projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets.
● Legal: Coordinate legal projects, focusing on contract management, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
● Office Setup: Handle projects related to office setup, relocation, and workspace optimization.
● Licensing: Oversee licensing projects, ensuring timely acquisition and renewal of necessary permits and licenses.
● Stakeholder Engagement:
● Act as the primary contact for project stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
● Facilitate regular status meetings, provide updates, and address any concerns or issues.
● Risk Management:
● Identify potential risks associated with projects and develop effective mitigation strategies.
● Monitor project progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure successful outcomes.
● Quality Assurance:
● Ensure all projects meet established quality standards and comply with organizational policies and procedures.
● Conduct post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement and document best practices.
● Resource Management:
● Allocate resources efficiently to maximize productivity and project success.
● Monitor and manage project budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness and financial accountability.

Node JS

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Node.js Developer to join our client an innovative gaming compan. In this role, you will be responsible for developing scalable and high-performance applications using Node.js technologies. You will work on building Restful APIs, integrating with various services, and ensuring robust performance and security across our applications.

Key Responsibilities:

● API Development: Design and implement scalable and highly available Restful APIs using Node.js technologies.
● GraphQL: Develop and manage GraphQL services to enhance data querying and manipulation.
● CI/CD: Apply CI/CD principles to streamline development and deployment processes, troubleshoot issues in distributed services ecosystems.
● Containerization: Utilize Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration of services.
● API Gateway Integrations: Implement and manage API gateway integrations, such as 3Scale.
● Authentication: Work with Single-Sign-On (SSO) or token-based authentication methods, including REST, JWT, and OAuth.
● Task/Message Queues: Develop and manage task/message queues using technologies such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, Pushpin, and Kafka.
● Performance Tuning: Optimize application performance through performance tuning, debugging, and monitoring.
● Coding Standards: Adhere to best practices in coding, security, unit testing, and documentation.
● Architecture and Design: Ensure the quality of technical and application architecture and design across the organization.
● Technology Benchmarking: Research and benchmark new technologies to maintain and improve system performance and capabilities.

Education:

● Degree or Postgraduate in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent industry experience

Technical Skills:

● Node.js: Extensive experience developing scalable APIs using Node.js.
● GraphQL: Practical experience with GraphQL.
● CI/CD: Proficient in CI/CD principles and practices.
● Containerization: Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
● API Gateways: Knowledge of API gateway integrations like 3Scale.
● Authentication: Understanding of Single-Sign-On or token-based authentication (REST, JWT, OAuth).
● Task/Message Queues: Expert knowledge of task/message queues, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, Pushpin, and Kafka.

Experience Required:

● Minimum 5 years of coding experience with Node.js, JavaScript, and databases.
● At least 1 year of hands-on experience with TypeScript.
● Proven experience in performance tuning, debugging, and monitoring.
● Demonstrated experience in following best coding, security, unit testing, and documentation standards.
● Preferred experience in Banking, Financial, or Fintech sectors within an enterprise environment.
● Familiarity with Agile methodologies.

Head of Legal

● Global Expansion Expertise: Utilize experience in opening Representative offices in various countries across SEA, MENA, AFRICA (preferable, not a must), and LATAM. Lead the legal aspects of international expansion efforts, ensuring compliance with local regulations and laws.
● Contractual Expertise: Draft, review, and negotiate distribution agreements and project agreements to support the company's commercial activities. Provide legal advice and guidance on contractual matters to internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment with company policies and objectives.
● Multilingual Communication: Communicate effectively in English, Arabic, and French (preferable, not a must) to facilitate legal discussions, negotiations, and documentation with international partners and stakeholders. Language proficiency enhances collaboration and ensures clear understanding of legal agreements across diverse regions.
● UAE Legal Compliance: Leverage experience in the UAE legal landscape to ensure the company's operations and activities comply with local laws and regulations. Provide legal support and guidance to business units operating within the UAE, addressing legal risks and ensuring adherence to applicable laws.
● Strategic Leadership: Serve as a strategic advisor to senior management, offering insights and recommendations on legal matters impacting the company's overall business strategy and objectives. Lead and mentor a team of legal professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and integrity within the legal department.