Technical Lead - Mobile (React Native)

Job Description:

You'll join Xplor Personal Services and our Global Technology team the team that provides the support and expertise to specialty care businesses like dry-cleaners and laundry services. We build the platforms they need to support their customers and keep life moving.

You’ll help us enhance our industry-leading platform used by our customer base to run their businesses. Some of the other responsibilities you’ll have:

• Contribute to the development and execution of a technology roadmap to support our departmental strategy and business objectives.
• Collaborate with Product and Engineering leadership in defining technical strategy and in designing solutions to address current and future business requirements and infrastructure needs.
• Consult with development and project teams to provide technical solutions for complex issues.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to junior engineers on the team.
•  Ensure technical design aligns with the vision and future state of existing systems. 
• Contribute to the vision and direction for the future of our products and services.
• Review existing architectural roadmaps and propose solutions for existing technical debt and development bottlenecks.
• Take a proactive approach to drive innovation and creative solutions through cutting-edge technologies and implementation of best practice tools, processes and initiatives.

Qualifications:

Experience

• 8+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on mobile applications.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience with React Native for mobile app development.
• Proven track record of leading development teams and managing projects from conception to deployment.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks, especially React Native.
• Deep understanding of mobile app architecture and design patterns.
• Familiarity with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, MobX).
• Experience with RESTful APIs and integrating with backend services.
• Knowledge of native mobile development (iOS/Android) is a plus.
• Familiarity with native build tools, like XCode, Gradle, Android Studio, and IntelliJ.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices.
• Experience with React Native CLI for effective project management.

Leadership and Management:

• Experience in mentoring and guiding junior developers.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.