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The company is a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and artificial intelligence capabilities to enlighten the Earth from space. Established in 2024, following a successful merger between Bayanat and Yahsat, the company seeks to address the rapidly evolving needs of its customers across governments, enterprises, and communities. Our vision is to pioneer beyond today for a better tomorrow, challenging traditional approaches with advanced AI and cutting-edge satellite technology.
As a Frontend Engineer, you will collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, and Software Engineers to design, implement, and improve the front-end deliverables of our information management applications as part of a Big Data analytic system.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable frontend applications using React, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
- Build reusable UI components and frontend libraries for long-term scalability.
- Translate UI/UX designs into responsive, high-quality user interfaces.
- Optimize applications for performance, accessibility, security, and cross-browser compatibility.
- Lead frontend architecture decisions and establish engineering best practices.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior and mid-level engineers.
- Collaborate with backend teams to integrate APIs and services.
- Participate in sprint planning, technical discussions, and product roadmap execution.
- Improve CI/CD pipelines, frontend testing strategies, and deployment processes.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex frontend production issues.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, and at least one modern framework (React, Vue, or Angular).
- Experience with GIS-related libraries (e.g., Mapbox, Cesium) is a plus.
- Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
- Familiarity with frontend build tools (Webpack, Vite, Babel, etc.).
- Experience working with REST APIs, GraphQL, and real-time data (WebSockets).
- Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., Jest).
- Proficiency with Git, CI/CD, and agile methodologies.
- Knowledge of containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) or cloud deployment (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ideally, You Should Have:
- Experience with Next.js or other SSR frameworks.
- Understanding of frontend performance profiling and accessibility (WCAG) standards.
- Familiarity with design systems and component libraries (e.g., Storybook, MUI, Tailwind).
- Contributions to open-source projects or technical blogs.
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive compensation packages and comprehensive medical insurance.
- Wellbeing-focused initiatives and resources.
- Access to exclusive discount programs across various lifestyle and leisure experiences in the UAE.
