University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied bachelor’s and master’s degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more.

With more than 600 staff and over 7,000 students, UDST is the destination for top-notch applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences with the incorporation of innovative technological interventions, to further enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates that can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality.

The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) seeks a talented and innovative System Design and Implementation Specialist for our groundbreaking project, "Enhancing Programming Course Outcomes through Gamification and AI-driven Personalized Learning." This role focuses on the technical development and implementation of a cutting-edge gamified learning platform, incorporating front-end (mobile Flutter and React for web) and Node.js for backend, alongside research responsibilities.

Terms of Employment

- Location: University of Doha for Science and Technology, Qatar. - Full-time position, aligned with the project duration. - Competitive salary and benefits.

Application Procedure

Applications must be in English and sent electronically as PDF files. Each file's maximum size is 10 MB. 1. CV: (File name: CV, Surname, Ref. number) - Educational background and professional experience. - List of relevant projects and technical skills. - Two references for letters of reference/recommendation. 2. Cover Letter: (File name: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number) 1-3 pages including: - Self-introduction and professional interests. - Detailed explanation of relevant experience in system design and implementation. - Discussion of how your skills align with the project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. System Design and Development: - Lead the design and development of the gamified learning platform using Flutter for mobile and React for web applications. - Implement robust backend solutions using Node.js. - Collaborate with AI specialists to integrate AI-driven personalized learning features.
2.  Research and Development Support: - Contribute to research activities related to system design and user experience. - Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of the platform in educational settings.
3. Testing and Quality Assurance: - Conduct thorough testing of the platform to ensure functionality and user experience. - Implement best practices for continuous integration and deployment.
4.  Collaboration and Communication: - Work closely with researchers, educators, and developers. - Communicate technical aspects to non-technical team members.

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. - Strong experience in front-end development with React and mobile development with Flutter. - Proficiency in Node.js for backend development. - Experience in implementing AI-driven systems is highly desirable. - Good understanding of software development life cycle and agile methodologies. - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. - Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team