Lead React Native Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Mobile Application Developer to design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality cross-platform mobile applications using React Native and TypeScript for iOS and Android. This role involves leveraging modern AI coding assistants to accelerate delivery without compromising quality.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, test and deploy high-quality cross-platform mobile applications using React Native and TypeScript for iOS and AndroidTake ownership of feature delivery end-to-end, from technical design through release, monitoring and post-launch iterationTranslate product requirements into clear technical specifications and design documentsContribute to and influence the mobile architecture, including state management, navigation, offline behavior, modularization and native bridgesWork with the React Native New Architecture (Fabric, TurboModules, JSI) and Hermes to deliver performant, memory-efficient applicationsBuild and maintain reusable component libraries and shared modules used across multiple Foodhub brands and applicationsDevelop and integrate native modules in Swift and Kotlin where required, and debug native build issues across Xcode and Android StudioOptimize application performance, including bundle size, startup time, frame rates, list virtualisation, memory usage and crash ratesImplement and maintain robust automated testing using Jest, React Native Testing Library and end-to-end frameworks such as Detox or MaestroOwn and improve mobile CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Fast lane, EAS Build, App Center or equivalentLead code reviews with a strong focus on quality, security, accessibility and maintainabilityEstablish and maintain project-level AI context configurations and coding standards documentationMentor mid-level and junior engineers on React Native, TypeScript, mobile best practices and the responsible use of AI development toolsCollaborate closely with Product, Design, Backend, QA and EPOS/POS teams to translate business requirements into well-scoped technical solutionsContribute to engineering standards, documentation, technical specifications and the continuous improvement of team processesQualificationsMinimum 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.At least 5 years of hands-on production experience building React Native applications in TypeScript.Demonstrable experience shipping and maintaining mobile applications that are live on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.Required SkillslStrong, advanced-level TypeScript skills, including strict mode, generics, discriminated unions, utility types and disciplined API typing.Practical experience with the React Native New Architecture (Fabric, TurboModules, JSI) and the Hermes JavaScript engine.Deep understanding of React Native internals, including the bridge, lifecycle, rendering pipeline, reconciliation and threading model.Experience writing or extending native modules in Swift (iOS) and Kotlin (Android).Proficiency with modern state management approaches such as Redux Toolkit, Zustand, Jotai, MobX or React Query.Strong working knowledge of React Navigation, including deep linking, universal links, App Links and complex navigation patterns.Experience with offline-first architectures, secure local storage, push notifications, background tasks and OTA updates.Hands-on experience with mobile CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Fastlane, EAS Build, Bitrise or App Center.Strong testing discipline using Jest, React Native Testing Library and at least one end-to-end framework.Solid understanding of REST and/or GraphQL API integration, authentication flows and secure communication on mobile.Working knowledge of mobile application security best practices.Proficiency with Git and modern branching workflows.Daily, hands-on use of AI coding assistants as a core part of the development workflDemonstrated judgement in applying AI assistance appropriately.Preferred SkillsFamiliarity with emerging standards such as the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and the integration of AI tooling into developer workflows is desirable.