Software Architect – Cloud, AI & Distributed Systems

Do you love solving complex problems? Do algorithms and architectures spark your curiosity? Do you want to build software that impacts millions of people worldwide? Do you thrive in a team of highly skilled engineers? If yes, then you might be the next NovaPilot we’re looking for! Who We Are – NovaPilot NovaPilot is a new technology venture in Dubai, founded by an accomplished software architect with a proven history of building successful large-scale platforms. Recognized for academic excellence and a Mensa member, he now brings this expertise to Dubai to build something extraordinary. Our vision is to create an elite team of architects who combine technical mastery with humility and collaboration. We look for people who own problems, invent solutions, and inspire those around them. As one of the first joiners, you’ll work directly with our founder, taking high responsibility and helping shape both the company’s products and its culture. Your Mission As a Software Architect at NovaPilot, you will: • Own complex problems end-to-end: from understanding the challenge to delivering the solution. • Invent scalable architectures that solve problems others consider impossible. • Research and design algorithms that push the boundaries of efficiency, scalability, and intelligence. • Analyze existing solutions and architectures, identifying weaknesses, trade-offs, and opportunities for improvement. • Consult with stakeholders to translate complexity into clarity and influence decisions. • Mentor and empower developers, raising the level of the entire team. • Build frameworks and reusable components that accelerate innovation across projects. • Take ownership as an early joiner, helping set both engineering standards and company culture. At NovaPilot, we work on high-stakes projects where reliability and precision matter deeply. We trust our architects to deliver without hand-holding — not through arrogance, but through collaboration, discipline, and excellence. About You We’re looking for more than just a strong developer — we’re looking for a leader in technology and ideas. You bring: • A Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field. • At least 15+ years of experience. • Strong foundation in mathematics, algorithms, and computational theory. • Experience with algorithm research: analyzing complexity, optimizing performance, and designing novel approaches. • Deep expertise in C#/.NET. • Strong background in distributed systems and microservices. • Solid experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) or Kubernetes. • Knowledge of NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra). • Familiarity with CI/CD (Azure DevOps, GitHub, or similar). • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Pulumi or Terraform). • AI/ML skills: practical experience designing or integrating intelligent systems (e.g., recommendation engines, predictive models, or AI-driven frameworks). • Proven ability to convince stakeholders and guide technical discussions. • A natural drive to mentor, share knowledge, and lift others up. • Strong communication skills in English • Based in Dubai, UAE (no relocation provided). Why Join NovaPilot in Dubai? • Be part of the founding team of a high-potential new venture. • Work directly with a visionary architect leader with a proven record of success. • Take real ownership of problems and solutions. • Help set engineering standards and company culture from day one. • Influence both technical direction and stakeholder decisions. • Thrive in a multi-cultural environment built around excellence and respect. • Flat hierarchy, fast decision-making, and startup energy. • Flexible working hours & remote-friendly culture with Dubai as your base. 👉 This isn’t just a job. It’s an opportunity to invent, lead, and collaborate at the very beginning of a new success story. Apply now and help pilot the future with NovaPilot. Show more Show less

Requirements include: 15+ years of experience in software engineering/architecture; Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field; strong foundation in mathematics, algorithms, and computational theory; experience with algorithm research (analyzing complexity, optimizing performance, designing novel approaches); deep expertise in C#/.NET; strong background in distributed systems and microservices; solid experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) or Kubernetes; knowledge of NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra); familiarity with CI/CD (Azure DevOps, GitHub, or similar); experience with Infrastructure as Code (Pulumi or Terraform); AI/ML skills: practical experience designing or integrating intelligent systems; proven ability to convince stakeholders and guide technical discussions; a drive to mentor and uplift others; strong English communication skills; based in Dubai, UAE (no relocation provided).

Own complex problems end-to-end from understanding the challenge to delivering the solution; Invent scalable architectures that solve problems others consider impossible; Research and design algorithms that push the boundaries of efficiency, scalability, and intelligence; Analyze existing solutions and architectures, identifying weaknesses, trade-offs, and opportunities for improvement; Consult with stakeholders to translate complexity into clarity and influence decisions; Mentor and empower developers, raising the level of the entire team; Build frameworks and reusable components that accelerate innovation across projects; Take ownership as an early joiner, helping set engineering standards and company culture.