Lead Software Engineer - React Native

About the Company: A fast-growing digital transformation and AI company serving global clients across education, healthcare, and manufacturing. With aggressive expansion plans into new international markets, they're growing their engineering team. Known for a friendly, empowering, and flat culture, and recognized among the top workplaces in Asia (small company category), the company has scaled quickly and reached stability within its first few years. Requirements: Currently holding a Senior React Native Engineer, Lead React Native Engineer, or equivalent leadership role Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience Expert-level knowledge of React Native, including advanced navigation, state management, and UI component design Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript, with deep understanding of advanced features and best practices Extensive experience building cross-platform mobile apps for Android and iOS, with a focus on performance and compatibility Advanced experience with RESTful and GraphQL APIs, WebSocket communication, and cloud integrations (AWS or GCP) Strong testing skills — unit, integration, and end-to-end — using Jest, Detox, or similar frameworks In-depth knowledge of mobile app architecture and design patterns Experience with CI/CD, advanced Git strategies, and native build tools (Xcode, Android Studio) Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills Advanced knowledge of CSS, UI libraries, and responsive design Fast learner, adaptable to new technologies and able to integrate them into existing systems Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to mentor a team effectively Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of React Native developers, fostering technical excellence and collaboration Design, build, and deliver high-quality, secure, and feature-rich mobile applications Ensure performance, security, and scalability while maintaining engineering best practices Conduct thorough code reviews and enforce industry-leading standards Create and maintain detailed technical documentation Liaise with the technical team and clients on complex technical issues Contribute to technology decisions based on hands-on experience Guide the team in adopting new technologies aligned with industry trends Lead by example on code quality, testing rigor, and timelines Oversee app distribution and release across platforms, including post-launch support Benefits: Above-industry compensation package Salary pegged to USD Medical insurance coverage Funding for higher studies and professional certifications Strong growth trajectory within the company