What Jobs are available for Testing Staff in the United Arab Emirates?

Avanceon Office is looking for a Testing & Commissioning Engineer who can work on a multi-year contract basis.

We are offering a unique opportunity for engineers looking to broaden their scope and work with some of the biggest manufacturers in the world in a variety of segments.

As one of the leading system integrators in the world, Avanceon specializes in integrated solutions to help industries control, improve, and optimize their manufacturing processes. With more than 30 years of experience, Avanceon’s state-of-the-art solutions have helped countless industries achieve their productivity targets.

As a Testing & Commissioning Engineer at Avanceon, your responsibilities will entail:

• Develop and execute test plans to ensure the reliability and functionality of automation systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation issues, optimize system performance, and minimize downtime.
• Conduct regular system maintenance, including upgrades, backups, and configuration activities.
• Provide training and support to operations teams on the proper use and maintenance of automation systems.
• Document all processes, configurations, and changes related to automation systems.
• Preparation of progress and root cause analysis reports.

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years working in the field of automation as PLC/RTU Programmer and commissioning, preferably on Water and Wastewater projects, Oil & Gas, and Infrastructures.
• Experience in working with various PLC platforms and RTUs like Schneider M580, Rockwell Control & Compact Logix, Siemens S7-300, S7-400, S7-1500, PCS-7, WinCC SCADA, WinCC OA SCADA, and TBOX RTU.
• Experience in working with open communication protocols used in automation like Modbus Serial, Modbus RTU, BACnet MSTP, OPC, MQQT, DNP3, etc.
• Familiarity with control panels wirings and instrumentation.
• Ability to read documents and drawings related to control systems, i.e., P&IDs, layouts, Control Panel Drawings, and able to troubleshoot wiring issues.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• UPDA holder
• MS Office
• Preference for international driving license.

We are hiring a Node.js Software Engineer – Testing for one of the leading banks in the UAE, offering an exciting opportunity to work on scalable, enterprise-grade applications within a fast-paced Agile environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent industry experience)

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in JavaScript with a strong focus on automation testing
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with TypeScript
• Solid experience in Automation Testing Techniques and Tools such as:
• Playwright
• Cucumber
• Appium
• Selenium

• Proven expertise in developing and testing scalable, highly available RESTful APIs and microservices using JavaScript technologies
• Ability to create end-to-end automation test suites using Playwright/Selenium , preferably following the BDD approach
• Practical experience with GraphQL
• Familiarity with CI/CD principles and hands-on troubleshooting in distributed services
• Working knowledge of containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
• Exposure to API Gateway integrations (e.g., 3Scale)
• Understanding of Single Sign-On (SSO) and token-based authentication (e.g., REST, JWT, OAuth)
• Experience with task/message queues such as AWS SQS , Microsoft Azure Service Bus , Pushpin , or Kafka

• Follows best practices in coding , unit testing , security , and documentation
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Strong ability to research and benchmark tools and technologies against industry standards

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams on technical decisions, enhancing productivity through deep technical knowledge
• A self-starter who can take ownership and drive results without direct supervision
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills , capable of presenting ideas to senior and executive management

We are hiring a Node.js Software Engineer – Testing for one of the leading banks in the UAE, offering an exciting opportunity to work on scalable, enterprise-grade applications within a fast-paced Agile environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent industry experience)

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in JavaScript with a strong focus on automation testing
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with TypeScript
• Solid experience in Automation Testing Techniques and Tools such as:
• Playwright
• Cucumber
• Appium
• Selenium

• Proven expertise in developing and testing scalable, highly available RESTful APIs and microservices using JavaScript technologies
• Ability to create end-to-end automation test suites using Playwright/Selenium , preferably following the BDD approach
• Practical experience with GraphQL
• Familiarity with CI/CD principles and hands-on troubleshooting in distributed services
• Working knowledge of containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
• Exposure to API Gateway integrations (e.g., 3Scale)
• Understanding of Single Sign-On (SSO) and token-based authentication (e.g., REST, JWT, OAuth)
• Experience with task/message queues such as AWS SQS , Microsoft Azure Service Bus , Pushpin , or Kafka

• Follows best practices in coding , unit testing , security , and documentation
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Strong ability to research and benchmark tools and technologies against industry standards

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams on technical decisions, enhancing productivity through deep technical knowledge
• A self-starter who can take ownership and drive results without direct supervision
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills , capable of presenting ideas to senior and executive management

Overview

Job Title: Senior QA Engineer – AI Platform Testing

Location: Abu Dhabi (Onsite)

Experience: 7+ Years

Company: NorthBay Solutions

Note: This is a full-time onsite role based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Candidates must be willing to relocate for long-term client engagements.

About the Role: NorthBay Solutions is looking for a Senior QA Engineer with strong automation skills to support testing efforts across our AI-driven platforms. In this role, you will ensure the functional accuracy, performance, and quality of features while also contributing to validation of AI model outputs, training data quality, and overall user experience across web and API-based systems.

• Design, write, and execute test cases to validate features, APIs, and end-to-end system integrations.

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Java-based frameworks (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, or similar).

• Conduct manual and exploratory testing for AI model outputs and user workflows.

• Validate training datasets, detect anomalies, and evaluate model-generated content.

• Log and track defects with comprehensive documentation using bug tracking tools.

• Collaborate closely with Machine Learning, Development, and Automation teams to define test strategies and acceptance criteria.

• Contribute to regression testing cycles and final release validations.

• 7+ years of professional experience in QA or software testing.

• Proven experience in QA automation using Java .

• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, QA processes, and test lifecycle management.

• Hands-on experience with test management tools (TestRail, Zephyr) and defect tracking tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps).

• Strong experience with API testing tools such as Postman.

• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Preferred (Nice to Have):

  • Exposure to AI/ML concepts, particularly around testing LLM outputs, computer vision, or NLP systems.

  • Experience validating training data quality and evaluating model behavior in production environments.

Overview

Job Title: Senior QA Engineer – AI Platform Testing
Location: Abu Dhabi
Experience: 7+ Years
Company: NorthBay Solutions

Note: This is a full-time onsite role based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Candidates must be willing to relocate for long-term client engagements.

NorthBay Solutions is looking for a Senior QA Engineer with strong automation skills to support testing efforts across our AI-driven platforms. In this role, you will ensure the functional accuracy, performance, and quality of features while also contributing to validation of AI model outputs, training data quality, and overall user experience across web and API-based systems.

• Design, write, and execute test cases to validate features, APIs, and end-to-end system integrations.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Java-based frameworks (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, or similar).
• Conduct manual and exploratory testing for AI model outputs and user workflows.
• Validate training datasets, detect anomalies, and evaluate model-generated content.
• Log and track defects with comprehensive documentation using bug tracking tools.
• Collaborate closely with Machine Learning, Development, and Automation teams to define test strategies and acceptance criteria.
• Contribute to regression testing cycles and final release validations.

• 7+ years of professional experience in QA or software testing.
• Proven experience in QA automation using Java .
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, QA processes, and test lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience with test management tools (TestRail, Zephyr) and defect tracking tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps).
• Strong experience with API testing tools such as Postman.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Preferred (Nice to Have):
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts, particularly around testing LLM outputs, computer vision, or NLP systems.
• Experience validating training data quality and evaluating model behavior in production environments.

Overview

Job Title: Senior QA Engineer – AI Platform Testing
Location: Abu Dhabi (Onsite)
Experience: 7+ Years
Company: NorthBay Solutions Note: This is a full-time onsite role based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Candidates must be willing to relocate for long-term client engagements. About the Role

NorthBay Solutions is looking for a Senior QA Engineer with strong automation skills to support testing efforts across our AI-driven platforms. In this role, you will ensure the functional accuracy, performance, and quality of features while also contributing to validation of AI model outputs, training data quality, and overall user experience across web and API-based systems.

• Design, write, and execute test cases to validate features, APIs, and end-to-end system integrations.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Java-based frameworks (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, or similar).
• Conduct manual and exploratory testing for AI model outputs and user workflows.
• Validate training datasets, detect anomalies, and evaluate model-generated content.
• Log and track defects with comprehensive documentation using bug tracking tools.
• Collaborate closely with Machine Learning, Development, and Automation teams to define test strategies and acceptance criteria.
• Contribute to regression testing cycles and final release validations.

• 7+ years of professional experience in QA or software testing.
• Proven experience in QA automation using Java .
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, QA processes, and test lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience with test management tools (TestRail, Zephyr) and defect tracking tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps).
• Strong experience with API testing tools such as Postman.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Preferred (Nice to Have):
  • Exposure to AI/ML concepts, particularly around testing LLM outputs, computer vision, or NLP systems.
  • Experience validating training data quality and evaluating model behavior in production environments.

Overview

Job Title: Senior QA Engineer – AI Platform Testing. Location: Abu Dhabi. Experience: 7+ Years. Company: NorthBay Solutions.

Note: This is a full-time onsite role based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Candidates must be willing to relocate for long-term client engagements.

NorthBay Solutions is looking for a Senior QA Engineer with strong automation skills to support testing efforts across our AI-driven platforms. In this role, you will ensure the functional accuracy, performance, and quality of features while also contributing to validation of AI model outputs, training data quality, and overall user experience across web and API-based systems.

• Design, write, and execute test cases to validate features, APIs, and end-to-end system integrations.


• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Java-based frameworks (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, or similar).


• Conduct manual and exploratory testing for AI model outputs and user workflows.


• Validate training datasets, detect anomalies, and evaluate model-generated content.


• Log and track defects with comprehensive documentation using bug tracking tools.


• Collaborate closely with Machine Learning, Development, and Automation teams to define test strategies and acceptance criteria.


• Contribute to regression testing cycles and final release validations.

• 7+ years of professional experience in QA or software testing.


• Proven experience in QA automation using Java.


• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, QA processes, and test lifecycle management.


• Hands-on experience with test management tools (TestRail, Zephyr) and defect tracking tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps).


• Strong experience with API testing tools such as Postman.


• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Exposure to AI/ML concepts, particularly around testing LLM outputs, computer vision, or NLP systems.


• Experience validating training data quality and evaluating model behavior in production environments.

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a Testing Leader to join our team.

The Testing Leader will define and manage the end-to-end testing strategy for all smart metering components, including Meters, communications services, HES, and MDMS, ensuring systems meet performance, quality, and security standards. The role coordinates test planning, execution, and reporting across delivery streams. It requires solid experience in test management, familiarity with AMI systems, and the ability to ensure readiness for integration and go-live.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the master test strategy and plans.
• Coordinate functional, integration, and performance testing.
• Define acceptance criteria with delivery streams.
• Manage test teams, defect tracking, and reporting.
• Support system certification and go-live readiness.

• 8+ years of experience in QA/test management within IT or utilities.
• Familiarity with AMI systems, communications services, HES, and MDMS platforms.
• Experience with automated testing and defect management tools.
• ISTQB or equivalent certification preferred.

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a Testing Leader to join our team.

The Testing Leader will define and manage the end-to-end testing strategy for all smart metering components, including Meters, communications services, HES, and MDMS, ensuring systems meet performance, quality, and security standards. The role coordinates test planning, execution, and reporting across delivery streams. It requires solid experience in test management, familiarity with AMI systems, and the ability to ensure readiness for integration and go-live.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the master test strategy and plans.
• Coordinate functional, integration, and performance testing.
• Define acceptance criteria with delivery streams.
• Manage test teams, defect tracking, and reporting.
• Support system certification and go-live readiness.

• 8+ years of experience in QA/test management within IT or utilities.
• Familiarity with AMI systems, communications services, HES, and MDMS platforms.
• Experience with automated testing and defect management tools.
• ISTQB or equivalent certification preferred.