Digital Specialist – Unilever | Dubai, UAE Full Time Permanent

Job Overview

Unilever is seeking a motivated Digital Specialist (Digital, AI & OT Cybersecurity) to support digital transformation at its DPC Lighthouse Factory in Dubai.

The role focuses on developing intelligent applications, implementing AI-driven solutions, supporting industrial automation and robotics, and strengthening Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity. The successful candidate will contribute to Unilever’s vision of a fully digital, sustainable, and autonomous manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain factory applications using .NET/C#, with Python where applicable.
• Build digital solutions using Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, integrating them with SAP, SQL, and Azure Data Explorer.
• Integrate existing software components, manage upgrades, and follow secure coding, Git, and CI/CD practices.
• Develop and deploy AI-powered applications and intelligent agents using technologies such as Azure OpenAI and Microsoft Copilot Studio.
• Apply Generative AI, machine learning, prompt engineering, and machine vision to improve quality inspection, predictive maintenance, and factory efficiency.
• Ensure AI solutions comply with responsible AI policies, governance requirements, and internal security standards.
• Support industrial robots, collaborative robots, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, IoT devices, sensors, and automated production systems.
• Implement Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to reduce repetitive operational activities.
• Coordinate digital transformation projects with production, engineering, and other factory stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot software, hardware, connectivity, and digital infrastructure issues.
• Conduct OT/IT cybersecurity risk assessments and implement appropriate security controls.
• Apply industrial cybersecurity frameworks, including ISA/IEC 62443 and NIST SP 800-82.
• Support network segmentation, secure remote access, asset inventories, vulnerability management, patching, and incident recovery .
• Deliver cybersecurity awareness and best-practice guidance to factory and engineering teams.

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Diploma or higher qualification in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline.
• 0–2 years of experience in software development, manufacturing technology, or industrial automation.
• A bachelor’s degree with practical industrial application, AI, or automation project experience is preferred.
• Strong programming knowledge of .NET/C#, object-oriented development, debugging, and software integration. Python knowledge is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of computer networking, IP addressing, network hardware, electrical wiring, and hardware-software connectivity.
• Practical knowledge of AI, Generative AI, prompt engineering, and AI-agent development.
• Awareness of cybersecurity fundamentals and willingness to manage factory-level OT security activities Jobs in Dubai.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
• Strong troubleshooting, independent learning, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.

Additional Technical Skills (Preferred)

• AI Technologies: Azure OpenAI, Copilot Studio, Semantic Kernel, Microsoft Agent Framework, Microsoft.Extensions.AI, RAG, ML.NET, and MLOps.
• Software Development: .NET 8/9+, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, REST APIs, microservices, and Microsoft Power Platform.
• Cloud & DevOps: Microsoft Azure, containerization, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Industrial Automation: PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, machine vision, IoT, and RPA.
• OT Security: ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, MITRE ATT&CK for ICS, network segmentation, and industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC-UA, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP.
• Data Management: SQL, Azure Data Explorer, analytics, and visualization.
• Certifications such as GICSP, ISA/IEC 62443, or CompTIA Security+ are advantageous.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the technical and educational requirements are encouraged to submit their applications through Unilever’s official recruitment portal.