Lead React Native Engineer

Hybrid in Parsippany, NJ, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 1 day ago
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Skills

  • Fabric and TurboModules
  • Hermes engine
  • TypeScript-first development
  • React 18 features
  • Reanimated

Summary

Job Title: React Native Lead Engineer
Location - Parsippany, NJ - 3 days/week from office

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced React Native applications using modern frameworks and best practices.
  • Architect scalable and maintainable mobile solutions with a focus on performance, modularity, and reusability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, design, and backend engineering.
  • Drive adoption of React Native s new architecture, ensuring optimal performance and seamless native integrations.
  • Mentor and guide development teams, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges across mobile platforms.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Modern React Native Expertise

  • Strong experience with React Native s new architecture including Fabric and TurboModules
  • Hands-on expertise with Hermes engine optimization and debugging
  • Proficiency in TypeScript-first development
  • Experience with React 18 features (Concurrent Rendering, Suspense, Transitions)
  • Advanced UI development using Reanimated (v2/v3) and Gesture Handler
  • Exposure to libraries such as React Native Skia, VisionCamera, and MMKV, including JSI/C++ integrations

Platform / OS Programming Exposure

  • Experience building custom native modules using Swift, Kotlin, Objective-C, or Java
  • Strong understanding of platform APIs (Intents, Share Extensions, background tasks)
  • Knowledge of app lifecycle, threading, and background services
  • Experience implementing push notifications (FCM/APNs)
  • Exposure to hardware integrations (Bluetooth, NFC, sensors, geolocation/geofencing)
  • Understanding of mobile security practices (Keychain, Keystore, biometrics, secure storage)
  • Experience with in-app purchases, App Clips, or Instant Apps

Performance & Architecture

  • Proficiency with debugging and profiling tools such as Flipper and Systrace
  • Strong knowledge of memory management, JS thread optimization, and bundle size optimization
  • Experience implementing CodePush and OTA updates
  • Expertise in large-scale architecture (modular design, monorepos, TurboRepo)

System-Level / Advanced Integrations

  • Experience with deep linking, universal links, and dynamic routing
  • Strong focus on app startup optimization (TTI, bundle splitting)
  • Experience implementing Headless JS or background services
  • Knowledge of accessibility and localization at scale
  • Implementation of dynamic theming and OS appearance APIs

Modern Ecosystem Awareness

  • Exposure to React Native across platforms such as Windows, macOS, WearOS, or VisionOS
  • Experience integrating third-party SDKs (e.g., Firebase, analytics, experimentation tools)
  • Knowledge of feature flags and A/B testing frameworks
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (Fastlane, Bitrise, App Center)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience leading mobile engineering teams or large-scale projects
  • Strong problem-solving and system design skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Role Expectations

  • Act as a technical leader driving innovation in mobile architecture
  • Ensure high-quality code, performance, and user experience
  • Stay updated with the evolving React Native ecosystem and industry trends

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Asher Williams
Desk: 2o1.497.1o1o X:1o5 | Direct: 551.272.o129
asher (at) pullskill dot com

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  • Position Id: 8916808
  • Posted 1 day ago
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