The Emirates Group invites tech experts to cracking IT careers in Dubai

IT professionals in Romania with the right skills need look no further than the Emirates Group to ramp up their careers. The Group includes Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider.

The Group will kickstart their recruitment drive in Bucharest with invite-only recruitment days in mid-January. To apply and get shortlisted, candidates can click here.

In the next few months, the Group is looking to recruit more than 200 IT experts for a range of roles in software engineering and technical software engineering, DevOps, hybrid cloud, Agile delivery, technical product management, digital workplace, cybersecurity, IT architecture, innovation and service management.

Adel Al Redha, Emirates’ Chief Operating Officer, said: “Dubai ranks among the world’s top 10 cities where tech experts aspire to work on initiatives and the development of future applications. As a global airline, we’re looking for continuous product improvements and efficiency across our operations, and are investing in tomorrow to take advantage of technological evolution and to upskill our employees. We are keen to attract talent to be part of our IT workforce. We have an array of exciting and challenging tech and innovation projects in the pipeline, some of which will shape many of our day-to-day processes and activities. We know these will form the bedrock of dream careers for tech professionals.”

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Projects

Typically, the Group’s IT team works on cutting-edge projects across B2C, B2B, support functions and operations for more than 40 brands and businesses in Dubai and globally.

The team architects, builds and efficiently maintains software and systems that make real contributions to help manage operations, ramp up revenue, streamline costs, maximise business and people efficiencies, and enable internal engagement. Some of the recent projects the IT team has delivered include their work around launching Emirates’ premium economy product for sale, optimising catering using AI models, incorporating biometrics for check-in and enabling self-service bag-drop, and dnata’s cargo and resource management systems.

Tech employees have massive opportunities to introduce advanced technologies and the latest applications to airline operations, embark on developing flexible, user-friendly customer interfaces, using in-depth data analysis and implementing machine learning and robotics in partnership with industry leaders.

Tools and Technologies

Some of the advanced tools, technologies and patterns available to the IT team include cloud services, microservices, API management, event streaming, robotics, DevOps, biometrics including facial recognition, web and native mobile development, mainframe – ALCS, ERP (Oracle applications), and modern programming languages like ReactJS, full stack Java, .NET and Python.

Training & Development

Training includes in-depth courses on a range of tools, technologies, technical subjects and Agile delivery that help upskill and cross-skill. It also includes e-learning and supports women in tech. These are complemented with knowledge sharing sessions, tech talks, hackathons, codefests, and bootcamps.

Tech employees can also be a part of an active and robust community of coders, an IT engagement hub, a tech academy, a cybersecurity forum, even one on data science practice.

The Emirates Group

The Emirates Group has a formidable reputation for spearheading innovation across its teams and operations. The Group has recently opened an Innovation Majlis and is invested in Intelak and Aviation X-Lab – industry-leading programmes for start-ups – and in developing software and hardware for critical operational areas, robotics, establishing its presence in the Metaverse and other Web 3.0 technologies.

Emirates offers a competitive salary and allowances, eligibility for profit share, excellent medical and life insurance, concessional cargo, annual leave and tickets for immediate family, and deeply discounted flight tickets for dependents, wider family and friends to travel to all the 130 destinations around the Emirates network. The Emirates Platinum card offers employees a range of privileges and discounts across thousands of outlets, including clubs, clinics, education, and retail and hospitality outlets in the UAE and globally. 

To apply for IT careers at the Emirates Group, click here.

Top 10 reasons to join the Emirates Group’s IT team

What our employees say

Andreea Andrei, Technical Product Owner, Joined 2022: As an avid traveller, the airline industry is definitely where I feel at home. Still, the best thing about working for Emirates is the opportunity to collaborate with people who are passionate about their work, the product and about making sure our customers fly better. The teams I work with are supportive, committed and focused on excellence – everyone is on a path to self-improvement and there is a lot of room for growth. Living in Dubai definitely has its perks and I’m still adjusting to what feels like a never-ending summer! The city is fun, alive, and there are so many things to explore that every weekend feels like being on a holiday.

Alexandru Irimia, Senior Technical Software Engineer, iOS mobile app, Joined 2021: I knew I wanted to work in Dubai from the moment I first visited the city in 2015. It’s one of the most advanced and modern cities in the world, and its safety was a key factor for me and my family when we decided to move here. Living in Dubai, as a family, means that we have endless opportunities for fun and enrichment. We can explore the city’s many attractions, and our son has access to great schools and amazing interactive experiences that help him learn and grow. The Emirates Group provides a high quality of life, with job security, opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies, and a competitive benefits package. The fast-paced and dynamic work environment motivates me to grow and pursue my passions.

Here, I worked with Apple’s new framework and introduced the first SwiftUI screen in the app and then, along with the amazing team that I’m in, we were able to move away from UIKit and use only SwiftUI for new functionalities. I also switched sides and held interviews, participated in hackathons, ideathons, worked to refactor our ICE (inflight entertainment) module, created different POCs for innovation sprints, and recently had a meeting with Apple to showcase a demo for Apple Vision Pro, the upcoming mixed-reality headset.

The Emirates Group offers a great work-life balance and a diverse work environment, where people from all over the world collaborate to achieve common goals. Living in Dubai provides a sense of peace of mind that is truly priceless.

Andrei Fer, DevOps Engineer, Joined 2023:  In this short span of time of working at the Emirates Group, I’ve discovered a world of opportunities that perfectly align with my personal and professional aspirations. I’ve never felt more motivated to expand my knowledge and gain invaluable experience, and the organization has given me the perfect platform for me to do just that. The complex and dynamic nature of our operations continually challenges me, pushing me to learn and evolve.

Working here has been a transformative experience, thanks to its multicultural environment. Interacting with colleagues from diverse backgrounds has not only broadened my horizons but has also enriched my work with a wealth of perspectives. The spirit of unity in our diverse team is truly inspiring.

I take immense pride in being part of the world’s largest international airline. Here, proficiency meets the highest expectations, and we constantly strive for excellence. The challenges we tackle daily are a testament to our commitment to delivering nothing but the best.

Dubai offers a captivating lifestyle with wide ranging attractions that can be enjoyed throughout the year. The city’s unique blend of modernity and tradition creates an unforgettable experience for residents. As a passionate traveler, I consider it a privilege to be part of an organisation that allows me to combine my love for technology with my love for exploring new destinations. From Dubai to destinations across the globe, my job takes me to places I’ve always dreamed of visiting.