Lead Frontend Engineer

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a senior Lead Frontend Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves architecting and building high-performance mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms using React Native. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with UX designers and backend developers to create seamless user experiences. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing company and gain equity, making a significant impact on the product's success. If you're passionate about technology and eager to shape the future of mobile apps, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development with a focus on mobile applications.
• Strong understanding of React Native libraries and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain high-quality React Native applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver new features.

Skills

React Native

API Development

Agile Methodologies

Collaboration

Cloud Technologies

Education

BSc in Computer Science

MSc in Engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

Microservices

Job description

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Our social media app's UI prototype has generated tremendous buzz, with experts calling it the "next big thing" in the industry. We're excited to continue the momentum by building a world-class app that delivers on its promise. With all systems fully architected, we're currently in the design phase and looking for experienced senior software developers to join our technical team and help build the app.

We are looking for a senior Lead Frontend Engineer interested in building performant mobile apps on both the iOS and Android platforms. You will be responsible for architecting and building these applications, as well as coordinating with the teams responsible for other layers of the product infrastructure. Building a product is a highly collaborative effort, and as such, a strong team player with a commitment to perfection is required.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build and maintain excellent React Native applications with clean code.
• Release applications to the Apple and Google Play stores.
• Work with back-end developers to define API contracts and use those contracts in-app.
• Ensure ongoing code quality via automated unit and integration testing.
• Work with UX Designers, Architects, and other Developers to implement full stack web and mobile solutions.
• Work as part of an Agile Scrum team; Design and develop scalable web applications using open-source technologies.
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximise development efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Work on bug fixing and improving application performance.
• Working with third-party data sources and APIs.

Compensation

This is an equity-only position, offering a unique opportunity to gain a stake in a rapidly growing company and contribute directly to its success.

Requirements

• Ability to work effectively with remote team members.
• At least 5+ years proven work experience with direct hands-on skill set.
• BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven ability to be self-directed and operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Ability to communicate, influence other supporting teams such as product, QA, DevOps, etc. to achieve the objectives.
• Experience collaborating with senior developers, project managers, and designers in a fast-paced environment with little supervision.
• Strong understanding of popular React Native libraries, components, and frameworks.
• Able to deliver results on time and take responsibility for a project’s successful outcome.
• Familiarity with cloud native technologies such as Kubernetes, containerisation, microservices and Software-defined Infrastructure.