Senior Frontend Engineer

BBGC; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

A global technology consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Frontend Engineer in Dubai to lead the design and development of modern, scalable user interfaces. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in React and React Native, with experience in building high-performance applications. Responsibilities include shaping frontend architecture and integrating with backend systems. This role requires a focus on user experience and innovation, ideal for those with a passion for frontend development.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in React JS and experience with Next.js.
• Proficient in TypeScript and HTML/CSS with responsive design skills.
• Experience delivering production-grade React Native apps for both iOS and Android.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of user interfaces across web and mobile platforms.
• Build high-performance React and React Native applications.
• Shape frontend architecture and manage release processes.

Skills

React JS

Next.js

TypeScript

HTML/CSS

React Native

REST API Integration

State Management

Mobile Performance Optimisation

Job description

About Us

We are a global technology consultancy firm with offices in Middle East, Asia, Europe and USA. We deliver business benefits through innovation. We leverage cutting‑edge technology‑led solutions delivered by a team of skilled professionals, from sustainable software development to cloud services and operational excellence strategy. We have extensive expertise in Capital Markets and in particular Trading and Risk Management functions.

Location

Dubai office.

Role Overview

We are hiring a Senior Frontend Engineer to lead the design and delivery of modern, scalable user interfaces across web and mobile platforms. This role will be responsible for building high‑performance React and React Native applications that integrate seamlessly with backend APIs, enterprise systems, and cloud services. You will play a key role in shaping frontend architecture, user experience, and release processes across iOS, Android, and Web. This is a product‑focused engineering role, not an agency‑style UI role.

Core Technical Skills (Must‑Have)

Frontend Web Development

• Strong expertise in React JS
• Experience with Next.js (SSR/CSR optimisation preferred)
• Proficiency in TypeScript
• Deep understanding of component architecture and state management (Redux, RTK Query, Zustand, TanStack Query)
• Experience building enterprise dashboards and complex UI workflows
• Strong HTML/CSS skills and responsive design principles

Mobile Development

• Proven experience with React Native
• Experience delivering production‑grade apps for iOS and Android
• Strong knowledge of mobile performance optimisation
• Familiarity with App Store and Play Store release cycles
• Experience with mobile device integrations (e.g., push notifications, analytics, device APIs)

State & Data Handling

• Experience integrating REST APIs
• Working knowledge of authentication flows (JWT, OAuth)
• Managing asynchronous data flows and caching strategies

Integrations

• Experience integrating:
  • Firebase (Auth, Analytics, Hosting)
  • External APIs
  • Third‑party SDKs
• Experience working with backend teams on API contracts

Architecture & Leadership

• Experience designing frontend architecture for scalable applications
• Ability to lead small frontend/mobile teams
• Experience setting coding standards and reviewing PRs
• Ability to convert product requirements into technical architecture

Nice to Have

• Experience working on SaaS or enterprise platforms
• Experience with UI libraries (MUI, ShadCN, Tailwind, etc.)
• Understanding of performance monitoring tools
• Experience in fintech, trading, or operational platforms
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for mobile deployment
• Exposure to AI‑powered UI features or real‑time workflows