Staff Engineer - React Native

UK-based fintech unicorn building consumer finance products, profitable since 2017 with best-in-market customer reviews.
Mobile
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
Finance

Description For Staff Engineer - React Native

Lendable, a leading UK fintech unicorn, is seeking a Staff Engineer specialized in React Native to join their growing team. The role offers an exciting opportunity to lead frontend development for their Zable App, which serves over 500,000 customers across iOS and Android platforms. The company, profitable since 2017 and backed by prestigious investors like Balderton Capital and Goldman Sachs, is revolutionizing consumer finance products including loans, credit cards, and car finance.

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in scaling the mobile application while maintaining high performance and code quality standards. You'll lead a cross-functional team, mentor other engineers, and contribute to wider engineering initiatives as the company expands in both UK and US markets. The position requires expert-level JavaScript/TypeScript skills, deep React Native experience, and a proven track record of building scalable mobile applications.

Working at Lendable offers a unique blend of technical challenges and professional growth opportunities. The company provides a flexible hybrid work environment, allowing work from home on Mondays and Fridays, while fostering in-person collaboration during mid-week. Additional benefits include an in-house chef, private health insurance, and competitive compensation with equity.

The role is perfect for someone who wants to make a significant impact in a fast-growing fintech company while working with cutting-edge technology and leading a team of exceptional engineers. You'll be at the forefront of building and scaling financial products that are transforming the industry, making them faster, cheaper, and more user-friendly.

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Responsibilities For Staff Engineer - React Native

  • Lead frontend engineers in cross-functional team
  • Build new product experiences in Zable App
  • Support and mentor team members
  • Organize work streams with product owner
  • Drive team performance and happiness
  • Manage iOS & Android application requirements
  • Implement and improve automated testing
  • Identify and address technical debt

Requirements For Staff Engineer - React Native

TypeScript
React
  • Expert understanding of modern Javascript with Typescript
  • Experience leading cross-platform mobile development using React Native
  • Strong understanding of mobile users needs across platforms and devices
  • Experience managing iOS & Android application requirements
  • Experience with automated testing and testing pyramid implementation
  • Experience working with product owners to break down business requirements
  • Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers
  • Understanding of accessibility needs and best practices

Benefits For Staff Engineer - React Native

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • In-house chef prepares fresh, healthy lunches Tuesday-Thursday
  • Work from home every Monday and Friday
  • Private health insurance
  • Best-in-class compensation including equity

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