
Job Description
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.
Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years, and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE. Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems and communications as well as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi’s airport.
At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!
Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.
Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years, and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE. Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems and communications as well as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi’s airport.
JOB OBJECTIVE
Skilled Android Developer with expertise in Kotlin, jetpack compose & Kotlin multiplatform mobile
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Android applications using Kotlin
- Build and optimize map-based features (e.g., location tracking, routing, markers, geofencing)
- Follow Clean Architecture principles to ensure scalable, maintainable, and testable code
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend teams to define and implement features
- Write clean, reusable, and well-documented code
- Identify and fix bugs, performance bottlenecks, and memory leaks
- Ensure application performance, quality, and responsiveness
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development standards
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 4+ years of experience in Android application development
QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Degree in computer science or relevant experience in mobile app development
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Kotlin
- Jetpack compose
- Kotlin multiplatform
- Compose multiplatform
HSE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure both your own safety and the safety of others at all times.
- Maintain an active role in achieving the objectives and adhering to the HSE Thales Policy
- Comply with local HSE laws and legislation.
- To use safety equipment (including PPE) as required and intended.
- Lead by example and actively encourage departments to look at ways to conserve water & energy, minimize the generation of waste, and encourage recycling.
- Everyone within Thales has the right to stop work if they believe that their activities may affect their health and safety or that of others. In this circumstance, such conditions must be reported immediately to their line manager and the HSE department.
At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!
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Job Details
- Category
- Software
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Hybrid)
- Posted
About Thales Alenia Space
Thales Alenia Space is a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%) that manufactures telecommunications satellites, Earth observation systems, and space station modules.
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