Senior Frontend Engineer (SpaceTech)

TL;DR

Senior Frontend Engineer (React/TypeScript): Building user interfaces for a Big Data analytic system within a SpaceTech ecosystem with an accent on geospatial analytics and high-performance web applications. Focus on integrating GIS libraries, optimizing for scalability, and collaborating with architects to design complex information management tools.

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (Onsite)

Company

hirify.global is a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company integrating satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and artificial intelligence.

What you will do

• Design, build, and maintain complex, high-performance web applications using React and TypeScript.
• Define frontend architecture and establish best practices for scalable and testable codebases.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and prototypes into responsive interfaces.
• Integrate RESTful and GraphQL APIs to ensure smooth data flow between frontend and backend.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and accessibility.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship to the engineering team.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, and a modern framework (React, Vue, or Angular).
• Experience with GIS-related libraries such as Mapbox or Cesium.
• Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with state management (Redux, MobX) and build tools (Webpack, Vite, Babel).
• Proficiency with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).

Nice to have

• Experience with Next.js or other SSR frameworks.
• Knowledge of frontend performance profiling and WCAG accessibility standards.
• Familiarity with design systems and component libraries (Storybook, MUI, Tailwind).
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical blogs.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages and comprehensive medical insurance for the employee and family.
• Wellbeing-focused initiatives and resources for personal and professional development.
• Access to exclusive discount programs across the UAE.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI-driven smart solutions in the space sector.