UI Engineer

DeepLight AI is a specialist AI and data consultancy with extensive experience implementing intelligent enterprise systems across multiple industries, with particular depth in financial services and banking. Our team combines deep expertise in data science, statistical modeling, AI/ML technologies, workflow automation, and systems integration with a practical understanding of complex business operations.

DeepLight AI is a specialist AI and data consultancy dedicated to transforming the regional corporate landscape through bespoke, high-impact intelligent systems. Based in the UAE, we partner with organizations across diverse sectors-with a deep-rooted expertise in Financial Services and Banking-to bridge the gap between complex data and actionable business strategy.

At DeepLight, we don't believe in "off-the-shelf" fixes. We deliver tailored AI solutions designed to integrate seamlessly into existing enterprise architectures, ensuring that innovation is both scalable and secure. From building robust data foundations to deploying sophisticated AI platforms, we empower our clients to lead in an increasingly automated world.

As a UI Engineer, you will focus on building responsive, accessible, and performant web interfaces for internal banking platforms and customer-facing products. While your core passion lies in crafting flawless user experiences, you will also possess the versatility to contribute to backend services in Node.js and Python.

Operating at the intersection of design and data engineering, you will work closely with UX designers, backend engineers, and product owners to deliver end-to-end features. This role requires an authentic collaborator who values clean code, technical integrity, and the seamless integration of advanced data and AI outputs into intuitive user interfaces.

Key Responsibilities as the UI Engineer Include:

Frontend & User Interface Engineering

• Component Governance: Build and maintain reusable React JS component libraries to ensure consistency and scalability across applications.
• Design Implementation: Translate Figma/XD designs into responsive, pixel-perfect UIs using Flexbox, CSS Grid, and mobile-first principles.
• Data Visualization: Build complex, data-heavy dashboards featuring charts, tables, and real-time widgets.
• State & Performance: Manage complex application state using Redux Toolkit, Zustand, or Context API, while optimizing frontend performance through lazy loading, memoization, code splitting, and bundle size management.
• Standards & Testing: Ensure robust cross-browser compatibility and strict adherence to WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards. Write comprehensive unit tests utilizing Jest and React Testing Library.

Backend Contribution & AI Integration

• API Development: Integrate REST APIs, handling loading, error, and empty states gracefully. Build and maintain backend RESTful APIs using Node.js (Express / NestJS).
• Data Pipelines: Develop Python-based backend services or data pipelines utilizing FastAPI or Flask.
• AI/ML Collaboration: Collaborate directly with AI/ML squads to seamlessly integrate model outputs into frontend interfaces.

Delivery & Collaboration

• Design Architecture: Participate in design reviews and actively contribute to UI/UX and architectural decisions.
• Engineering Standards: Maintain clean, documented code and contribute to a rigorous development culture through structured Git branching and thorough Pull Request (PR) workflows.

As an AI consultancy, our greatest asset is the expertise of our people.

While technical mastery is the foundation of what we do, the ability to bridge the gap between complex data science and actionable business value is what defines your success with Deeplight.

We're looking for individuals who are not only world-class in their fields of specialism, but also compelling communicators and persuasive advocates for their own skills.

You will be the face of our firm, tasked with building trust, articulating the "why" behind your technical decisions, and effectively "selling" your vision to high-level stakeholders.

If you thrive on the challenge of presenting cutting-edge solutions as much as you do on building them, you will fit right in.

Requirements

We need you to have:

• 6+ years of hands-on experience building and deploying React JS applications in production environments.
• A proven track record of working collaboratively within Agile/Scrum delivery teams alongside UX designers and backend engineers.
• Experience building analytical dashboards or interfaces that display complex, real-time data structures

As well as:

Frontend Engineering (Primary)

• Deep mastery of React JS, including functional components, hooks, hooks optimization, and advanced patterns.
• High proficiency in Tailwind CSS, Material UI, or shadcn/ui paired with an expert command of HTML5, CSS3, semantic markup, and accessibility standards.
• Advanced ability to design state management architectures (Redux Toolkit/Zustand) and handle complex asynchronous REST API integrations.
• Strong development capabilities in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript to ensure scalable, self-documenting codebases.

Backend Engineering (Secnodary)

• Solid capability to design and develop REST APIs using Node.js (Express/NestJS) and Python (FastAPI/Flask).
• Practical knowledge of basic schema design and querying within PostgreSQL or MongoDB, alongside an understanding of secure JWT and OAuth 2.0 authentication patterns.

It would also be great if you have:

• Experience with Next.js (SSR, SSG, ISR) or Microfrontend architectures (Module Federation).
• Deep domain knowledge within banking or fintech environments, particularly on internal platforms or trading/analytical dashboards.
• Experience with advanced data visualization libraries such as D3.js, Chart.js, or Recharts.
• Experience with Python data pipelines, LLM API integration (OpenAI, Azure OpenAI), or exposure to LangChain and RAG pipelines.
• Familiarity with WebSockets for real-time UI updates, or cross-platform mobile experience via React Native.
• Basic operational familiarity with AWS/Azure, Docker, and CI/CD automation pipelines.

Benefits

The benefits you'll enjoy as part of this role include:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive personal health insurance
• Visa Sponsorship for the successful individual
• Professional development and certification support
• Subscription reimbursement relating to your role
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects
• Monthly Employee Incentive program
• Career advancement opportunities in a rapidly growing AI company

This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI implementation while working with a talented team of professionals at the forefront of technological innovation. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving our company's success in delivering transformative AI solutions to our clients.

At DeepLight AI, we recognise that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals with different thinking styles can thrive and contribute their unique strengths to our specialised AI and data solutions.

Our goal is to ensure our application and interview process is accessible, predictable, and fair for all candidates.

If you require any specific adjustments to the application process, or if you require any reasonable adjustments should you be successful in being processed to the interview stage, please do let us know. This information will be kept strictly confidential and will not impact hiring decisions.