Frontend Engineer

About Anghami:

Anghami is the leading multi-media technology streaming platform in the Middle East and North Africa ('MENA') region, offering a comprehensive ecosystem of exclusive premium video, music, podcasts, live entertainment, audio services and more. Since its launch in 2012, Anghami has led the way as the first music streaming platform to digitize MENA’s music catalog, reshaping the region's entertainment landscape. In a strategic move in April 2024, Anghami joined forces with OSN+, a leading video streaming platform, forming a digital entertainment powerhouse. This pivotal transaction strengthened Anghami's position as a go-to destination, boasting an extensive library of over 18,000 hours of premium video, including exclusive HBO content, alongside 100+ million Arabic and International songs and podcasts. With a user base exceeding 120 million registered users and 2.5 million paid subscribers, Anghami has partnered with 47 telcos across MENA, facilitating customer acquisition and subscription payment, in addition to establishing relationships with major film studios, entertainment giants, and music labels, both regional and international. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Anghami operates in 16 countries across MENA, with offices in Beirut, Dubai, Cairo, and Riyadh.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented and passionate Frontend Engineer to join our Web and TV teams. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the user interface of our VOD and music streaming platforms. You will work closely with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to create a user-friendly, visually appealing, and high-performance web application that serves millions of users.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain web-based the frontend of our VOD and music streaming platform.
  
• Collaborate with designers and product managers to translate UI/UX designs into high-quality code.
• Implement responsive and adaptive design principles to ensure the platform works seamlessly across various devices and screen sizes.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues, ensuring smooth functionality of internal tools.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in frontend development.

Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries, such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Familiarity with frontend build tools and package managers, such as Webpack, Babel, npm, or Yarn.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and integrating frontend applications with backend services.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Deep understanding of system design and architecting feature requests.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries, potential RSUs (Restricted Stock Units) and health insurance.
• Paid vacations and remote work options.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.