Hi, I’m Sam Itani. I’m a Senior Frontend Engineer with 16+ years of experience building websites, mobile apps, and client solutions.

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Hi, I’m Sam Itani. I’m a Senior Frontend Engineer with 16+ years of experience building websites, mobile apps, and client solutions. I’m known for driving measurable performance in complex systems and steering client-side architectures with a hands-on, lead-by-example approach.

I love turning ideas into practical, usable outcomes—reducing load times, improving ROI, and guiding teams toward best practices that deliver real results for customers and business partners.

  • 12 years' experience
  • Joined December 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • ArabicFluent

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Other

Work experience· 5 roles

Solutions Engineer · TikTokOct 2023 – Jun 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

Led integration of TikTok Ads for advertisers by designing integrated client solutions, optimizing analytics, and driving measurable campaign performance. Built conversion-focused pipelines with pixel deployment and first-party data, enabling automated integrations to enhance campaign ROI. Grew automated Smart+ campaign revenue by 63% for 25 top regional clients in 6 months, collaborating with cross-functional teams on product strategy. Drove partnerships and guided innovation for ad signals optimization and cost reduction.

Mobile Assets Lead, MENA · GoogleOct 2018 – Jan 2023 · 4 yrs 4 mos

Led Google's regional mobile web/assets strategy in the Middle East and North Africa, aligning with a Better Web framework across MEN A. Increased mobile advertising revenue by $7.3M in one year via CRO for 35 key advertisers. Optimized Emirates Airlines’ page speed as a case study, and consulted with major agencies on UX/optimization programs. Trained staff on new service lines to build a substantial business pipeline.

Project Lead · Al Jazeera Media NetworkJan 2016 – Jan 2018 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Co-led flagship projects and contributed to VR/360° content development. Managed R&D and editorial teams, cutting-edge digital experiences, and partnerships with key tech stakeholders. Responsible for coordinating initiatives across the network and advancing innovative storytelling and technology adoption.

Innovation / Senior Researcher · Al Jazeera Media NetworkFeb 2014 – Jan 2016 · 2 yrs
Senior Interactive Media Analyst · Al Jazeera Media NetworkFeb 2011 – Feb 2014 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Education

B.A. in Psychology · The University of Texas at Austin2002 – 2005
Minor in Business Administration · The University of Texas at Austin2002 – 2005

Certifications and awards

Business Foundations Certification Program with High Distinction2005 – 2025
President's Award for Educational Excellence2002 – 2025
College Scholar2004 – 2025

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