Engineer - Frontend Development

Space42; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

Discount programs UAE

Job summary

Space42 in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Frontend Engineer to join our development team. You will build, optimize, and maintain the user interface of a Big Data analytic system, collaborating with product managers, architects, and backend engineers.

You will use React/TypeScript, GIS libraries, and modern tooling to deliver scalable UI components, ensure performance, accessibility, and security, and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of frontend development experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong JavaScript/TypeScript, modern framework experience (React/Vue/Angular).
• Experience with GIS libraries (Mapbox, Cesium).
• Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, responsive design.
• Experience with Redux or MobX and frontend build tools.
• Experience with REST/GraphQL and real-time data (WebSockets).
• Knowledge of testing (Jest) and CI/CD practices.
• Familiar with containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes) or cloud.
• Excellent problem solving and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable frontend apps using React, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Build reusable UI components and frontend libraries.
• Translate UI/UX designs into responsive interfaces.
• Optimize performance, accessibility, security, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Lead frontend architecture decisions and best practices.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor engineers.
• Collaborate with backend teams to integrate APIs and services.
• Participate in sprint planning and roadmap execution.
• Improve CI/CD pipelines, frontend testing strategies, and deployment.
• Troubleshoot complex frontend production issues.

Skills

JavaScript (ES6+)

TypeScript

React

Vue

Angular

Redux

Web technologies

REST APIs

GraphQL

WebSockets

CI/CD

Git

Docker/Kubernetes

AWS/GCP/Azure

GIS libraries

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Webpack

Vite

Babel

Mapbox

Cesium

Storybook

MUI/Tailwind

Job description

Job Description

As Engineer- Frontend in our team, you will work within the development team to build the user-interface and front-end deliverables. Collaborating with Product Managers, Architects and Software Engineers to research, design, implement and improve functionalities of information management application 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).
• GIS related libraries (e.g. Mapbox, Cesium)
• Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with state management (e.g., Redux, MobX).
• 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.

Our Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation packages and comprehensive medical insurance to support you and your family.
• Wellbeing-focused initiatives and resources, designed to enhance your personal and professional life.
• Access to exclusive discount programs, offering savings across various lifestyle and leisure experiences across the UAE.

What Makes a Great Fit

If you are performance-driven and possess an inquisitive mind with the agility to navigate ambiguity, you will thrive here. At the heart of the Space42 community is a bias for action and a passion for developing innovative, efficient space services through AI-driven smart solutions that drive technological advancements and create a better tomorrow.