Lead Mobile Engineer

Academic Key; Heesch; Hybrid; EUR 125,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Remote-first with flexible hours

Office optional

Job summary

Mlabs in Heesch, Netherlands is seeking a Lead Mobile Engineer to drive the user-facing mobile platform. You will own end-to-end design and build high-performance iOS and Android apps using React Native, while shaping SDKs and developer tools in a fintech/Web3 context.

The role requires 8+ years in mobile software engineering, expert React Native skills, native Swift/Kotlin experience, and a strong focus on secure, reliable UX. Remote-first with flexible hours and office optional.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional mobile software experience.
• Expert React Native; native iOS/Android knowledge.
• Strong cross-platform and SDK architecture background.
• Experience with WebAuthn, passkeys, and secure authentication.
• Proven shipping of fintech or Web3 apps.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in fast-paced teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mobile app design and development for iOS and Android.
• Own features from concept to launch and iteration.
• Refine cross-platform frameworks and SDKs.
• Implement fintech-grade UX and security protocols.
• Set engineering standards for performance and code quality.
• Collaborate with product and design; mentor team.
• Document code and perform reviews.

Skills

React Native

Swift

Kotlin

Cross-platform

WebAuthn

Secure authentication

UX awareness

Leadership

Job description

Lead Mobile Engineer

Mlabs Heesch, Netherlands

Location: Location: US or EU (remote-first, office optional) (remote-first, office optional) | Full-time Compensation: $140K - $220K We are hiring on behalf of our client, a leading organization in the fintech and blockchain space is seeking a Lead Mobile Engineer to drive the user-facing side of its mobile platform. In this role, the selected candidate will be responsible for designing and building high-performance iOS and Android applications, refining cross-platform frameworks, and crafting intuitive, secure, and trustworthy user interfaces. This position also involves shaping software development kits (SDKs) and developer tools that enhance the core mobile application ecosystem. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in mobile development (specifically React Native), strong native iOS/Android knowledge, and sharp UX instincts. Experience shipping production-grade applications within the fintech or Web3/onchain domain is highly preferred, alongside a strong dedication to clean architecture, security, and reliability. The role requires end-to-end ownership of projects, transforming complex requirements into seamless, reliable workflows for both administrators and end-users. Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design, architecture, and development of iOS and Android mobile applications.
• Own product features through every stage of the software development lifecycle, from initial concept to launch and continuous iteration.
• Refine SDKs and cross-platform frameworks to support smooth, scalable integrations.
• Implement fintech-grade user experience (UX) and bank-grade security protocols for mobile wallets.
• Establish and enforce high engineering standards for performance, code quality, security, and mobile architecture.
• Partner closely with product management and design teams to rapidly iterate and deliver user-centric features.
• Maintain clear technical documentation, perform comprehensive code reviews, and mentor team members.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience in mobile software engineering, including a proven track record of leading technical projects.
• Expert-level proficiency in React Native, with solid experience or knowledge in native mobile development (Swift, Kotlin, etc.).
• Demonstrated expertise in cross-platform development paradigms and SDK architecture.
• Hands-on experience implementing WebAuthn, passkeys, and secure authentication protocols.
• Proven track record of shipping successful, production-ready mobile applications within the fintech or blockchain/onchain sectors.
• Strong product intuition, keen attention to UX details, and a high degree of reliability.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within fast-paced, cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Remote-first working environment with flexible hours and optional office access.
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership within a high-growth technology sector.

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