Senior Software Engineer - React Native

Our global EdTech client is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - React Native to join their team.

The Senior Software Engineer (React Native) will work 100% remotely from anywhere in the UK.

MFK Recruitment has previously recruited 4 Software Engineers to this company in the past 18 months, all 4 individuals are still with the company and really enjoying their roles!

Senior Software Engineer - React Native - Main Responsibilities:

• Help facilitate the complete lifecycle of the mobile application, utilizing React Native for both iOS and Android platforms.
• Interpret product requirements and collaborate closely with designers and product managers to translate concepts into technical specifications and successful implementations.
• Play an active part in architectural deliberations, injecting innovative insights, and influencing technical directions that elevate the mobile app.
• Fine-tune application performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and guarantee responsiveness across diverse devices and screen sizes.
• Champion unit and integration testing to ensure robustness, maintainability, and code quality.
• Remain attuned to industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, consistently refining the mobile development process.
• Work collaboratively with backend engineers to architect seamless API integrations, preserving the app’s seamless functionality.
• Embrace agile methodologies, contribute to sprint planning, and adhere to timelines for delivering top-notch outcomes

Senior Software Engineer - React Native - Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated track record 4 years of creating and deploying mobile apps using React Native, primarily for iOS and Android.
• Act as a technical mentor, empowering junior engineers by facilitating code reviews, sharing best practices, and fostering their growth.
• Strong knowledge of architecture and implementation of native Android or/and iOS apps, experience with full mobile development life cycle.
• Profound expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, and related frameworks and libraries.
• Sound grasp of mobile UI/UX design principles and adherence to best practices.
• Familiarity with Git for version control and experience working in agile development environments.
• Adept problem solver with a history of delivering quality code and solutions.
• Effective communicator who collaborates seamlessly within cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience in working with junior engineers and providing technical leadership is advantageous.

Senior Software Engineer - React Native - Benefits:

• A chance to work towards an amazing mission of helping students succeed as a team member of a global tech startup.
• Remote first work environment: Ability to work from anywhere in the United Kingdom with flexible hours.
• Generous paid vacation time.
• A chance to travel while working remotely.
• Continuous learning and growth culture with many opportunities to develop professionally.
• Health Benefits including health, dental, vision, company funded life & disability insurance and identity protection.
• Company Pension.
• Team bonding activities.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Home Office Set up support with a company laptop & equipment.
• A chance to work with a global collaborative, friendly and diverse team.

This role is an opportunity to take ownership, grow your skills, and drive meaningful change. If you're looking for a role where you set the bar for success, we’d love to hear from you!