RAK Medical and Health Sciences University
UAE's First Comprehensive Health Sciences University
UAE's First Comprehensive Health Sciences University
Login to Send MessageRAK Medical and Health Sciences University needs a skilled Senior Team Lead for Application Infrastructure. This full time role involves leading a team responsible for the end to end deployment, maintenance, and optimization of application infrastructure systems. You will ensure high availability, performance, and security of critical enterprise applications. You will also align infrastructure capabilities with business and application needs. In addition, you will gather and analyze business requirements, prepare use cases, conduct testing, develop Standard Operating Procedures, and deliver end user training. If you hold a bachelor degree in Computer Science or a related field (master preferred) with more than ten years of experience in software implementation and team leadership, this role suits you. Experience in an educational institution is preferred.
RAK MHSU is a respected higher education institution in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. The university is committed to academic excellence and innovation. It values technology enabled learning and operational efficiency. The IT team plays a critical role in supporting student information systems and learning management systems. The work environment is collaborative and results driven.
Lead the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of application infrastructure systems
Ensure high availability, performance, and security of enterprise applications
Align infrastructure capabilities with business and application needs
Gather and analyze business requirements from stakeholders
Prepare use cases and conduct functional and user acceptance testing
Develop comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures for system operations
Deliver end user training and create training materials
Work closely with software developers and system integrators
Ensure deployed solutions meet operational requirements
Translate business requirements into actionable technical requirements
Manage project scopes, timelines, deliverables, and risks
Monitor system performance and drive improvements
Implement high availability, disaster recovery, and scalability strategies
Lead cross functional teams including developers, engineers, and integrators
Mentor team members and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Explore and adopt new tools and technologies to improve reliability and automation
Ensure compliance with security, governance, change management, and data security standards
Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (master preferred)
More than ten years of experience in software implementation, testing, requirement gathering, documentation, and team leadership
Experience in an educational institution is preferred
Proven experience deploying Student Information Systems, preferably Ellucian Banner
Proven experience deploying Learning Management Systems
Strong collaboration skills with academic departments, business units, and senior leadership
Expertise in project management including scope, timelines, deliverables, and risk mitigation
Knowledge of SDLC methodologies and enterprise software delivery
Technical proficiency in Oracle and SQL databases, application integration, and reporting tools
Strong experience leading and mentoring cross functional teams
Proficiency in preparing SOPs, technical documentation, and user training
Knowledge of IT governance, change management, and data security best practices
Experience with software testing methodologies, defect tracking tools, and test case development
Experience with agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban
Familiarity with version control tools like Git or Jira
Excellent communication, analytical, problem solving, and documentation skills in English
Valid passport
Willing to join by September 2025
Age below 40 years
The monthly tax free salary for this Senior Team Lead role ranges from 25000 to 35000 AED. Your experience and qualifications determine the exact amount. The university offers a competitive benefits package including medical insurance and paid annual leave. You will have access to professional development opportunities. The institution values work life balance.
Please email your detailed CV to the Office of HR at RAK MHSU. Mention the job title in the subject line. The email address is hrd@rakmhsu.ac.ae. Only shortlisted candidates who strictly meet the above requirements will be contacted. The university is committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are ready to lead application infrastructure in a dynamic academic environment, we encourage you to apply today.
