Lead Mobile Engineer

MLabs; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

MLabs is seeking a Lead Mobile Engineer to own the user-facing mobile platform, designing and building high-performance iOS and Android apps, refining cross-platform frameworks, and shaping SDKs and developer tools.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in mobile development, expert React Native skills, native iOS/Android knowledge, and a track record shipping production apps in fintech or Web3. Remote-first with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mobile software engineering experience with proven leadership.
• Expert in React Native and solid native iOS/Android knowledge (Swift/Kotlin).
• Experience shipping production-grade apps in fintech or Web3/on-chain domains.
• Strong emphasis on clean architecture, security, and reliability.
• Ability to own end-to-end projects and mentor teammates.
• Experience implementing WebAuthn and secure authentication.
• Strong UX focus and collaboration with product/design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design, architecture, and development of iOS and Android apps.
• Own features through full SDLC from concept to launch.
• Refine SDKs and cross-platform frameworks.
• Implement fintech-grade UX and bank-grade security.
• Set high engineering standards for performance and security.
• Collaborate with product and design teams; review code and mentor.

Skills

React Native

Swift

Kotlin

Cross-platform development

WebAuthn

Leadership/Mentoring

Tools

SDKs

Cross-platform frameworks

Security protocols

Job description

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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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