IoT Automation Specialist (UAE-Based)

About the role

An experienced IoT Automation Specialist is sought to design, implement and manage enterprise-grade IoT and automation solutions. The role covers IoT architecture, automation frameworks, cloud IoT platforms, industrial systems and cybersecurity, and leads the delivery of enterprise automation initiatives. It is a full-time, onsite position in the UAE lasting 1 year; candidates must be legally eligible to work in the UAE.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and manage IoT and automation solutions by integrating devices, sensors, gateways and enterprise platforms
• Lead deployment of IoT systems, including device onboarding, configuration, network integration and data collection
• Develop and optimise automation frameworks to improve operational efficiency
• Maintain IoT environments for performance, availability, reliability and security
• Troubleshoot device, connectivity and integration issues with vendors and stakeholders
• Build custom automation applications and scripts in Python, JavaScript, C/C++ or similar
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, operations and business teams
• Apply IoT security best practices and ensure compliance with standards and governance
• Create technical documentation and mentor junior team members

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree (mandatory)
• 10+ years of experience
• Proven experience leading technical projects and cross-functional teams
• Experience in IIoT environments with PLCs, SCADA and OT/IT integration

Required skills

• IoT architecture and protocols such as MQTT, CoAP, Modbus and OPC UA
• Cloud IoT platforms such as AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub or Google Cloud IoT
• Automation tools such as Node-RED, Home Assistant or Ansible
• Python, JavaScript, C/C++ or similar
• Edge computing, real-time data processing, M2M communication and IoT analytics
• IoT cybersecurity, including encryption, authentication and secure device provisioning