Frontend Engineer

Thales Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company in Dubai is seeking a Frontend Engineer to craft responsive user experiences and develop new features using modern web technologies like React.js and TypeScript. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless front-end solutions, while ensuring safety and adhering to HSE policies. Ideal candidates will have 4-7 years of experience in developing user interface components and a strong understanding of JavaScript technologies.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of Core JavaScript (ES6+), CSS, HTML.
• Knowledge of React tools including bundlers and state management techniques.
• Experience with real-time data processing methodologies.
• Knowledge of styled components frameworks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement user interface components using React.js and TypeScript.
• Optimize components for maximum performance across devices and browsers.
• Collaborate with backend developers and UX/UI designers.

Skills

React.js

TypeScript

JavaScript

CSS

GIT

RESTful APIs

Education

4-7 years of experience

Tools

Webpack

Vite

Redux

Job description

Location: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesThales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years, and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE. Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems and communications as well as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi’s airport.

JOB OBJECTIVE

Frontend engineer capable of crafting rich, responsive user experiences, participate in product design, and develop new features using the latest web technologies, including TypeScript, ReactJS, and modern UI frameworks.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate ability and proficiency to develop and implement user interface components using React.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, REST, etc. at an expert level.
• Optimize components for maximum performance across a vast array of web-capable devices and browsers.
• Spearhead the development of new features, identifying and rectifying bottlenecks, and fixing bugs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including backend developers and UX/UI designers, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of front-end solutions.
• Stay abreast of developments in web applications and programming languages, particularly React and its ecosystem, to continuously improve project outcomes.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 4-7 years of experience

QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Thorough understanding of Core JavaScript (ES6+), CSS, HTML and their core principles.
• Knowledge of React tools including React.js, bundlers (Webpack/Vite) and state management techniques (Redux/Context APIs).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token.
• Experience with real-time data processing methodologies, including familiarity with APIs, pub/sub architecture, sockets, and other relevant techniques for handling real-time data in React.js applications.
• GIT experience is a must.
• Knowledge of modern authorization/authentication mechanisms.
• Knowledge of styled components frameworks (Material UI/Bootstrap/ShadCN)/Headless UI is a plus.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Modern React with TypeScript.

HSE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure both your own safety and the safety of others at all times.
• Maintain an active role in achieving the objectives and adhering to the HSE Thales Policy.
• Comply with local HSE laws and legislation.
• Use safety equipment (including PPE) as required and intended.
• Lead by example and actively encourage departments to look at ways to conserve water & energy, minimise the generation of waste, and encourage recycling.
• Every one within Thales has the right to stop work if they believe that their activities may affect their health and safety or that of others. In this circumstance, such conditions must be reported immediately to their line manager and the HSE department.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!