Senior Software Engineer, React Native
Hybrid
London, United Kingdom
Full Time
17-03-2025
Job Specifications
Job Role: Senior Software Engineer, React Native
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: London, Hybrid
Role purpose
As a valued member of our engineering team, you will contribute to the development of our innovative application using React Native. Working with a modern JavaScript stack, your primary focus will be on coding, testing, and enhancing the functionality of Travelex's and partner mobile applications.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with our Principal Engineer and the Mobile Apps team members. While this is primarily an engineering role, we are always looking for developers who have a keen eye for product and who can contribute to the development of features at a product level before they are implemented.
If you are eager to be part of a dynamic team, contribute to Travelex's digital-first strategy, and be part of a company that values its employees while prioritizing work-life balance, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.
Key Accountabilities And Decision Ownership
Writing clean, well-tested and maintainable code
Code, test, and implement features, enhancements, and tools for Travelex's and partner applications using React Native
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and provide technical input during the product development process
Make critical technical decisions within the codebase, ensuring optimal architecture patterns for speed, security, and reliability
Contribute to the continuous improvement of coding practices, development processes, and team workflows
Help align development efforts with project goals and timelines
Provide technical expertise and support to the engineering team, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment
Actively contribute to discussions on product features, providing valuable input based on technical considerations
Troubleshooting and fixing bugs and technical problems
Participate in code reviews, identifying opportunities for improvement and mentoring junior team members when needed
Knowledge of best practices in security, performance and accessibility
Skills, Knowledge, And Experience
Must have:
5+ years of software development experience
2+ years of professional experience in React Native
Extensive domain knowledge and experience working with React Native
Proven track record of shipping complex mobile applications to production
Experience with native modules and bridging in React Native
Demonstrated strong fluency with TypeScript, React Native or Expo
Familiarity with state management libraries (Zustand, Redux, MobX etc.)
Extensive experience working with GraphQL/REST APIs
Experience with the testing pyramid and tools such as Vitest, Jest, React Native Testing Library, Maestro, Detox
Patience and drive to both learn from and mentor others
Proficient in using version control systems (Git)
Nice To Have
Experience with iOS (Objective-C, Swift) or Android (Java, Kotlin) native development
Experience with the publishing process of mobile apps to the AppStore and Play Store
Proficiency in React Native performance profiling
Familiarity with analytics and crash reporting tools
Developing white-label applications
Building internationalised applications
Why Travelex?
To remain the world’s leading foreign exchange specialist, we are focused on making our customers’ lives simpler, more engaging and hassle free while they travel or move money abroad. We promise to give them the freedom and peace of mind to explore the world, their way – enabling them to travel confidently because they know they have us to lean on.
Customer centricity and digital are at the heart of our business strategy. Our commitment to innovation has never been greater, with the development of a number of digital-first, greenfield products and services. And with the Travelex's resources, deep industry experience and leading brand we are inventing the future of FX, cross-border e-commerce and international payments.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
About the Company
Founded in 1976 Travelex has grown to become one of the market leading specialist providers of foreign exchange products, solutions and services, operating across the entire value chain of the foreign exchange industry in more than 20 countries. We have developed a growing network of over 1,550 sites, including stores and ATMs, in some of the world’s top international airports and in major transport hubs, premium shopping malls, high street locations, supermarkets and city centres. Travelex has built a growing online and mo... Know more
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