NADRA Jobs 2026 for Director Software Development and Director Architecture Design & Compliance Posts
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) is hiring for two director-level roles at its headquarters in Islamabad. The Director (Software Development) will lead software engineering and delivery, while the Director (Architecture Design & Compliance) will oversee enterprise architecture, design reviews and technical governance. Both roles require a four-year bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field. Applicants need at least 10 years of professional experience, including five or more years in a senior technical leadership role. NADRA prefers candidates with a master’s degree and 15 years of professional experience. The last date to apply online is 22nd November 2026.
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Details
Name of Organization
National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), Ministry of Interior & Narcotics Control
Post Names
Director (Software Development) and Director (Architecture Design & Compliance)
Education
Four-year bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field from an HEC-recognized university. A master’s degree is preferred.
Total Vacancies
Multiple
Probation Period
Six months, extendable subject to performance
Apply Mode
Online through the NADRA careers portal
Job Location
NADRA Headquarters, Sector G-5/2, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Last Date To Apply
22nd November 2026
NADRA Vacancy
Post Name
Education
Director (Software Development)
Four-year bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field from an HEC-recognized university. A master’s degree is preferred.
Director (Architecture Design & Compliance)
Four-year bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field from an HEC-recognized university. A master’s degree is preferred.
Eligibility Criteria
Both roles require at least 10 years of professional experience, including five or more years in senior technical leadership. NADRA prefers 15 years of experience and a background in managing multiple projects, government or large enterprise systems, or international deployments.
Director (Software Development) candidates need experience with the software development lifecycle, Agile/Scrum, DevOps, CI/CD, automated testing and quality assurance. Relevant technical expertise includes scalable systems, web and mobile development, APIs, microservices, databases, cloud and on-premises deployments, secure coding, OWASP and vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VAPT).
Director (Architecture Design & Compliance) candidates need expertise in enterprise architecture, software design, technical standards, system integration, architecture reviews, design validation and risk management. The role also covers security by design, compliance frameworks and evaluating AI technologies such as machine learning, natural language processing and generative AI for on-premises deployment.
Degrees must be attested by HEC. Selected candidates must provide attested educational documents from HEC or the relevant regulatory body at joining.
Government and semi-government employees must provide a departmental No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the interview.
Women, minorities, transgender persons and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Age Limit
Post Name
Maximum Age
Director (Software Development)
55 years
Director (Architecture Design & Compliance)
55 years
The maximum age for both posts includes five years of general age relaxation.
Selection Process
NADRA will call shortlisted candidates for a test or interview.
Selected candidates must provide medical fitness and character certificates.
NADRA provides no travel or daily allowance for attending the test or interview.
How to Apply
Open the NADRA careers portal and select the director post you want to apply for.
Review the application guide in the Downloads section and complete the online form with accurate education and experience details.
Submit the application online by 22nd November 2026.
