680 Application Engineer jobs in Kuwait

Overview

Our client, a leading company in the FMCG industry based in Kuwait , is seeking a Software Development Manager to lead a development unit responsible for both enterprise and custom applications. This leadership role involves managing a team of developers, setting and tracking goals, ensuring software best practices, and overseeing the complete development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise across front-end and back-end technologies, integration, and experience in driving innovation within development teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a software development unit comprising enterprise and custom development personnel
• Set goals and objectives for the development team and track performance against KPIs
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance across projects
• Oversee front-end and back-end development, ensuring code quality, performance, and scalability
• Design web architecture and user interactions for mobile and desktop optimization
• Build and maintain back-end applications, databases, and integrations with external APIs
• Define and implement software development best practices, including secure coding, QA/testing, and release management
• Lead setup of reporting strategies including backend repositories and front-end tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and deliver software features
• Monitor and improve team workflows using Agile or other project management methodologies
• Write reusable, testable, and efficient code; troubleshoot and resolve software issues
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including user guides and system manuals
• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks in software development
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and health, safety, and environmental standards
• Execute management directives and contribute to broader IT strategy

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 5-8 years of experience in software development, including leadership roles
• Proficient in modern programming languages such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, and VB.NET
• Experience with front-end frameworks (e.g., Angular, AngularJS) and back-end technologies (e.g., Node.js, PHP)
• Strong database experience with SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Git, CI/CD pipelines)
• Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and integration techniques
• Strong communication and team management skills
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus

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Overview Our client, a leading company in the

FMCG industry based in Kuwait , is seeking a

Software Development Manager

to lead a development unit responsible for both enterprise and custom applications. This leadership role involves managing a team of developers, setting and tracking goals, ensuring software best practices, and overseeing the complete development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise across front-end and back-end technologies, integration, and experience in driving innovation within development teams.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a software development unit comprising enterprise and custom development personnel

Set goals and objectives for the development team and track performance against KPIs

Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance across projects

Oversee front-end and back-end development, ensuring code quality, performance, and scalability

Design web architecture and user interactions for mobile and desktop optimization

Build and maintain back-end applications, databases, and integrations with external APIs

Define and implement software development best practices, including secure coding, QA/testing, and release management

Lead setup of reporting strategies including backend repositories and front-end tools

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and deliver software features

Monitor and improve team workflows using Agile or other project management methodologies

Write reusable, testable, and efficient code; troubleshoot and resolve software issues

Develop and maintain technical documentation including user guides and system manuals

Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks in software development

Ensure compliance with internal policies and health, safety, and environmental standards

Execute management directives and contribute to broader IT strategy

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

5-8 years of experience in software development, including leadership roles

Proficient in modern programming languages such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, and VB.NET

Experience with front-end frameworks (e.g., Angular, AngularJS) and back-end technologies (e.g., Node.js, PHP)

Strong database experience with SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle

Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Git, CI/CD pipelines)

Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and integration techniques

Strong communication and team management skills

Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus

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Overview Our client, a leading company in the

FMCG industry based in Kuwait , is seeking a

Software Development Manager

to lead a development unit responsible for both enterprise and custom applications. This leadership role involves managing a team of developers, setting and tracking goals, ensuring software best practices, and overseeing the complete development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise across front-end and back-end technologies, integration, and experience in driving innovation within development teams.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a software development unit comprising enterprise and custom development personnel

Set goals and objectives for the development team and track performance against KPIs

Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance across projects

Oversee front-end and back-end development, ensuring code quality, performance, and scalability

Design web architecture and user interactions for mobile and desktop optimization

Build and maintain back-end applications, databases, and integrations with external APIs

Define and implement software development best practices, including secure coding, QA/testing, and release management

Lead setup of reporting strategies including backend repositories and front-end tools

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and deliver software features

Monitor and improve team workflows using Agile or other project management methodologies

Write reusable, testable, and efficient code; troubleshoot and resolve software issues

Develop and maintain technical documentation including user guides and system manuals

Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks in software development

Ensure compliance with internal policies and health, safety, and environmental standards

Execute management directives and contribute to broader IT strategy

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

5-8 years of experience in software development, including leadership roles

Proficient in modern programming languages such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, and VB.NET

Experience with front-end frameworks (e.g., Angular, AngularJS) and back-end technologies (e.g., Node.js, PHP)

Strong database experience with SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle

Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Git, CI/CD pipelines)

Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and integration techniques

Strong communication and team management skills

Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus

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Department:IT / Business Analysis / Travel Operations

ReportsTo: IT Manager

JobSummary:

We are looking for a highly skilled AmadeusSoftware Development Engineer to design, develop, and support traveltechnology solutions that leverage the Amadeus platform. The ideal candidatewill have hands-on experience with Amadeus APIs, Web Services, andintegration frameworks , and will play a key role in building scalable androbust applications for airline, OTA, or corporate travel operations.

KeyResponsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions thatintegrate with the Amadeus GDS and related services (e.g., Altea, SellingPlatform Connect, Amadeus Web Services).
• Implement and optimize travel booking workflows,including air, hotel, car, and ancillaries.
• Develop APIs and backend components that interact withAmadeus services for availability, pricing, ticketing, and PNR management.
• Work closely with business analysts, QA, and productmanagers to gather requirements and translate them into technicalsolutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliverhigh-performance and scalable travel applications.
• Ensure code quality through unit testing, code reviews,and continuous integration.
• Troubleshoot production issues, optimize performance,and implement enhancements.
• Stay current with Amadeus updates, SDKs, and travelindustry trends.

RequiredQualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science,Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in softwaredevelopment with integration to Amadeus systems.
• Strong understanding of Amadeus Web Services(SOAP/XML or REST/JSON) and travel booking logic.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java,Python, C#, or Node.js .
• Experience working with APIs, microservices, andservice-oriented architectures (SOA).
• Knowledge of travel industry standards (IATA, PNRs,e-tickets, GDS workflows).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

PreferredQualifications:

• Experience with Amadeus Altea Suite , ARD Web, orNew Distribution Capability (NDC).
• Knowledge of other GDSs (Sabre, Galileo) is a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, orGCP).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Travel domain certifications or Amadeus DeveloperCertification.

WhatWe Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible work environment (remote/hybrid options)
• Opportunity to work on high-impact travel techsolutions
• Training and certification support in Amadeus andrelated technologies
• Collaborative and innovative team culture

Let me know if you'd like thisversion adjusted for a junior or senior level role, or tailored to a specificdomain like airlines, OTAs, or corporate travel platforms.

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Department:IT / Business Analysis / Travel Operations ReportsTo: IT Manager JobSummary: We are looking for a highly skilled

AmadeusSoftware Development Engineer

to design, develop, and support traveltechnology solutions that leverage the Amadeus platform. The ideal candidatewill have hands-on experience with

Amadeus APIs, Web Services, andintegration frameworks , and will play a key role in building scalable androbust applications for airline, OTA, or corporate travel operations. KeyResponsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain software solutions thatintegrate with the Amadeus GDS and related services (e.g., Altea, SellingPlatform Connect, Amadeus Web Services). Implement and optimize travel booking workflows,including air, hotel, car, and ancillaries. Develop APIs and backend components that interact withAmadeus services for availability, pricing, ticketing, and PNR management. Work closely with business analysts, QA, and productmanagers to gather requirements and translate them into technicalsolutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliverhigh-performance and scalable travel applications. Ensure code quality through unit testing, code reviews,and continuous integration. Troubleshoot production issues, optimize performance,and implement enhancements. Stay current with Amadeus updates, SDKs, and travelindustry trends. RequiredQualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science,Software Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of professional experience in softwaredevelopment with integration to Amadeus systems. Strong understanding of

Amadeus Web Services(SOAP/XML or REST/JSON)

and travel booking logic. Proficiency in programming languages such as

Java,Python, C#, or Node.js . Experience working with APIs, microservices, andservice-oriented architectures (SOA). Knowledge of travel industry standards (IATA, PNRs,e-tickets, GDS workflows). Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)and CI/CD pipelines. Strong debugging and problem-solving skills. PreferredQualifications: Experience with

Amadeus Altea Suite , ARD Web, orNew Distribution Capability (NDC). Knowledge of other GDSs (Sabre, Galileo) is a plus. Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, orGCP). Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Travel domain certifications or Amadeus DeveloperCertification. WhatWe Offer: Competitive salary and benefits Flexible work environment (remote/hybrid options) Opportunity to work on high-impact travel techsolutions Training and certification support in Amadeus andrelated technologies Collaborative and innovative team culture Let me know if you'd like thisversion adjusted for a junior or senior level role, or tailored to a specificdomain like airlines, OTAs, or corporate travel platforms.

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• Installing and configuring computer hardware operating systems and applications;
• Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks;
• Talking staff or clients through a series of actions, either face-to-face or over the telephone, to help set up systems or resolve issues;
• Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults;
• Replacing parts as required;
• Providing support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports;
• Following diagrams and written instructions to repair a fault or set up a system;
• Supporting the roll-out of new applications;
• Setting up new users' accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues;
• Responding within agreed time limits to call-outs;
• Working continuously on a task until completion (or referral to third parties, if appropriate);
• Prioritizing and managing many open cases at one time;
• rapidly establishing a good working relationship with customers and other professionals, such as software developers;
• Testing and evaluating new technology;
• Conducting electrical safety checks on computer equipment.
• To create and implement standards and guidelines for operations.
• Monitoring servers, all applications and services (FTP, Mail) continuously
• Performing preventive maintenance on servers regularly
• supporting daily operations and help development team to resolve issues
• Providing direct support to users, including troubleshooting complex problems to ensure 100% uptime
• Escalation of developmental issues to development team
• Any other duties as assigned by line manager/management

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Installing and configuring computer hardware operating systems and applications; Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks; Talking staff or clients through a series of actions, either face-to-face or over the telephone, to help set up systems or resolve issues; Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults; Replacing parts as required; Providing support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports; Following diagrams and written instructions to repair a fault or set up a system; Supporting the roll-out of new applications; Setting up new users' accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues; Responding within agreed time limits to call-outs; Working continuously on a task until completion (or referral to third parties, if appropriate); Prioritizing and managing many open cases at one time; rapidly establishing a good working relationship with customers and other professionals, such as software developers; Testing and evaluating new technology; Conducting electrical safety checks on computer equipment. To create and implement standards and guidelines for operations. Monitoring servers, all applications and services (FTP, Mail) continuously Performing preventive maintenance on servers regularly supporting daily operations and help development team to resolve issues Providing direct support to users, including troubleshooting complex problems to ensure 100% uptime Escalation of developmental issues to development team Any other duties as assigned by line manager/management

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The Director of Technical Support Services is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight across engineering, maintenance, and asset integrity functions. The role ensures operational excellence, lifecycle asset management, and compliance through robust systems, Lean and Six Sigma practices, and advanced asset management platforms.

The director also leads design control processes, equipment upgrade programs, and the establishment of manufacturing units, aligning technical capabilities with business growth and sustainability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the Technical Support Services strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and EVP – Support Services directives.
• Drive operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality.
• Champion digital transformation, automation, and adoption of enterprise asset management platforms to strengthen data-driven decision-making.
• Lead and govern design control management processes to ensure systematic, compliant, and optimized execution of engineering projects.

Engineering & Technical Support Division

• Provide high-level technical expertise for design, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement.
• Oversee the design, installation, commissioning, and optimization of new manufacturing units and facilities.
• Ensure robust design control management across all technical projects and product developments.
• Support process safety, ESG objectives, and technology innovation initiatives.

Maintenance & Reliability Division

• Develop predictive, preventive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and extend lifecycle value.
• Lead major equipment upgrade initiatives, ensuring assets are aligned with evolving business needs and industry standards.
• Standardize maintenance practices across facilities using Lean tools, Six Sigma quality controls, and asset management platforms.
• Optimize cost efficiency while maintaining reliability, safety, and compliance.

Asset Integrity & Compliance Division

• Ensure integrity and compliance of all assets with international standards (API, ISO, ASME, etc.) and local regulatory requirements.
• Implement and oversee risk-based inspection programs and lifecycle integrity strategies.
• Maintain governance for technical compliance, HSE assurance, and regulatory audits.
• Drive sustainability initiatives through proactive asset lifecycle planning, upgrades, and replacement strategies.

People & Organizational Development

• Lead and mentor division managers, cultivating a high-performance and technically competent workforce.
• Embed Lean and Six Sigma culture across the directorate to build continuous improvement capabilities.
• Strengthen technical leadership and succession pipelines for long-term organizational resilience.

Governance & Reporting

• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on asset reliability, compliance, and engineering projects to the EVP – Support Services and executive management.
• Manage budgeting, capex planning, and prioritization of projects including manufacturing expansions and major equipment upgrades.
• Represent Technical Support Services in board-level reviews, audits, and cross-functional committees.

Skills

• Qualifications & Experience : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline); Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in engineering, maintenance, and asset integrity management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership.
• Proven expertise in asset management platforms (e.g., SAP EAM, Maximo, or similar).
• Demonstrated leadership in design control management processes, equipment upgrade programs, and manufacturing unit establishment.
• Certification in Lean and Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred) with successful track record of deploying continuous improvement projects.
• Strong knowledge of international standards (API, ISO, ASME, OSHA, etc.) and local regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in leading cross-functional projects and digital transformation in industrial or manufacturing environments.

Key Competencies

• Strategic vision with operational and financial acumen.
• Strong engineering and technical expertise across asset-heavy industries.
• Leadership and people development with a focus on Lean/Six Sigma practices.
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise asset management systems.
• Project management skills for design, commissioning, and upgrades of facilities.
• Risk management, compliance orientation, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective stakeholder communication and board-level presentation skills.

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The Director of Technical Support Services is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight across engineering, maintenance, and asset integrity functions. The role ensures operational excellence, lifecycle asset management, and compliance through robust systems, Lean and Six Sigma practices, and advanced asset management platforms. The director also leads design control processes, equipment upgrade programs, and the establishment of manufacturing units, aligning technical capabilities with business growth and sustainability objectives. Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the Technical Support Services strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and EVP – Support Services directives. Drive operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality. Champion digital transformation, automation, and adoption of enterprise asset management platforms to strengthen data-driven decision-making. Lead and govern design control management processes to ensure systematic, compliant, and optimized execution of engineering projects. Engineering & Technical Support Division

Provide high-level technical expertise for design, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement. Oversee the design, installation, commissioning, and optimization of new manufacturing units and facilities. Ensure robust design control management across all technical projects and product developments. Support process safety, ESG objectives, and technology innovation initiatives. Maintenance & Reliability Division

Develop predictive, preventive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and extend lifecycle value. Lead major equipment upgrade initiatives, ensuring assets are aligned with evolving business needs and industry standards. Standardize maintenance practices across facilities using Lean tools, Six Sigma quality controls, and asset management platforms. Optimize cost efficiency while maintaining reliability, safety, and compliance. Asset Integrity & Compliance Division

Ensure integrity and compliance of all assets with international standards (API, ISO, ASME, etc.) and local regulatory requirements. Implement and oversee risk-based inspection programs and lifecycle integrity strategies. Maintain governance for technical compliance, HSE assurance, and regulatory audits. Drive sustainability initiatives through proactive asset lifecycle planning, upgrades, and replacement strategies. People & Organizational Development

Lead and mentor division managers, cultivating a high-performance and technically competent workforce. Embed Lean and Six Sigma culture across the directorate to build continuous improvement capabilities. Strengthen technical leadership and succession pipelines for long-term organizational resilience. Governance & Reporting

Prepare and present comprehensive reports on asset reliability, compliance, and engineering projects to the EVP – Support Services and executive management. Manage budgeting, capex planning, and prioritization of projects including manufacturing expansions and major equipment upgrades. Represent Technical Support Services in board-level reviews, audits, and cross-functional committees. Skills

Qualifications & Experience : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline); Master’s degree preferred. Minimum 15 years of experience in engineering, maintenance, and asset integrity management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership. Proven expertise in asset management platforms (e.g., SAP EAM, Maximo, or similar). Demonstrated leadership in design control management processes, equipment upgrade programs, and manufacturing unit establishment. Certification in Lean and Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred) with successful track record of deploying continuous improvement projects. Strong knowledge of international standards (API, ISO, ASME, OSHA, etc.) and local regulatory frameworks. Experience in leading cross-functional projects and digital transformation in industrial or manufacturing environments. Key Competencies

Strategic vision with operational and financial acumen. Strong engineering and technical expertise across asset-heavy industries. Leadership and people development with a focus on Lean/Six Sigma practices. Advanced knowledge of enterprise asset management systems. Project management skills for design, commissioning, and upgrades of facilities. Risk management, compliance orientation, and problem-solving capabilities. Effective stakeholder communication and board-level presentation skills.

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