Mobile App Engineer (React Native)

TL;DR

Mobile App Engineer (React Native): Building and maintaining high-performance cross-platform applications for a global media platform with an accent on scalable architecture and modern software craftsmanship. Focus on integrating React Native and TypeScript, ensuring system reliability through automated testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver meaningful content experiences.

Location: Based in London (TVC) with flexible working options available

Salary: £44,869 – £58,000 + £5,441 London Weighting Allowance

hirify.global

A globally renowned media company that creates and distributes high-quality TV, audio, and digital content for audiences worldwide.

What you will do

• Write high-quality, well-tested, production-grade code ensuring reliability, security, and performance.
• Contribute to architectural decisions to ensure system scalability and observability.
• Participate in planning, technical discovery, and estimation sessions.
• Support engineering growth through code reviews, pairing, and knowledge sharing.
• Help enforce engineering standards and contribute to a healthy, inclusive team culture.
• Maintain system health by assisting team members with technical best practices.

Requirements

• Strong experience in React Native and production-grade mobile systems.
• Strong TypeScript knowledge and practices.
• Good testing skills utilizing Jest and React Testing Library.
• Experience with native tooling including Xcode and Android Studio.
• Experience with component and UI library tools like Storybook.
• Experience with e2e testing frameworks such as Detox.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with CI/CD methodologies and GitHub Actions.
• Experience with automation frameworks like Fastlane.
• Knowledge of TDD or mutation testing.
• Experience building native modules using Swift and Kotlin.
• Understanding of API design and backend data shaping.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible 35-hour working week with 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Defined pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions.
• Comprehensive caring and parenting support including 24/7 remote GP access.
• Life assurance and accident benefits.
• Strong focus on sustainable practices and net-zero targets.
• Career development within a values-led and purpose-driven culture.