Software Developer / Server Maintenance Engineer

Job Summary

Experience

Server & Infrastructure Management

• Maintain and monitor on-premise production servers hosting the GPS tracking platform
• Perform regular health checks for CPU, RAM, storage, database, and network performance
• Configure and manage Linux-based servers
• Monitor uptime, logs, services, ports, and background processes
• Manage backups and restoration procedures
• Perform preventive maintenance and system optimization
• Troubleshoot server crashes, application failures, and connectivity issues
• Coordinate hardware replacement or upgrade recommendations when required

Software Maintenance & Support

• Maintain deployed Uffizio software environment and supporting services
• Troubleshoot application-level issues related to tracking, maps, reports, APIs, and user access
• Diagnose issues related to GPS device communication and packet flow
• Manage SSL certificates, domains, subdomains, and application configurations
• Support software deployment, patches, and configuration changes
• Handle log analysis and root-cause troubleshooting

Database Administration

• Monitor and maintain MySQL/MariaDB databases
• Optimize database performance and storage utilization
• Manage backup schedules and recovery testing
• Handle database cleanup, indexing, and maintenance activities

Client & Technical Coordination

• Coordinate with clients for issue diagnosis and resolution
• Work with software vendors and technical teams when escalation is required
• Prepare technical reports and maintenance documentation
• Maintain issue tracking and resolution records
• Provide remote support for deployed systems

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Linux server administration (Ubuntu/CentOS)
• Experience with Apache/Nginx web servers
• Good understanding of MySQL/MariaDB databases
• Knowledge of networking concepts, ports, firewalls, VPNs, and DNS
• Experience in server monitoring and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with shell scripting and automation
• Understanding of application logs and debugging
• Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery procedures
• Basic understanding of APIs and web services
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve technical issues

Preferred Skills

• Experience with GPS tracking or telematics platforms
• Familiarity with Uffizio or similar fleet management software
• Experience with Docker or virtualization platforms
• Knowledge of cloud and hybrid deployment environments
• Understanding of IoT device communication protocols
• Experience in performance tuning and server hardening

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field
• Työn tyyppi: Kokopäivätyö
• Palkka: AED1 000,00 - AED1 500,00 per kuukausi
• Työpaikan sijainti: Henkilökohtainen