Lead Mobile Developer - React Native (m/f/d)

Position

Lead Mobile Developer - React Native in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Company

Halian are currently on the lookout for multiple React Native Mobile Developers for a 2-year extendable contract in Abu Dhabi.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, design, and development of complex mobile applications using React Native and React.js.
• Guide the team in applying core React Native concepts including styling, navigation, component patterns, and performance optimization.
• Oversee implementation of React.js fundamentals, lifecycle methods, Hooks, state management, routing, and API integrations.
• Provide expert‑level direction on JavaScript and TypeScript, including async/await, promises, closures, and type‑safe patterns.
• Define and enforce state management strategies using Context API, Redux, or other libraries.
• Lead integration of RESTful APIs, ensuring robust error handling, caching, and performance.
• Architect and review local storage solutions such as AsyncStorage, SQLite, or secure storage mechanisms.
• Drive performance optimization initiatives, including minimizing re‑renders, optimizing rendering pipelines, and improving app responsiveness.
• Oversee development and integration of Native Modules and bridging when required.
• Ensure delivery of responsive, adaptive UI across multiple screen sizes and device types.
• Establish testing strategies and ensure coverage through unit, integration, and automated tests.
• Integrate mobile projects into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring smooth build, test, and deployment workflows.
• Lead the end‑to‑end deployment process for Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
• Mentor junior and mid‑level developers, conduct code reviews, and enforce engineering best practices.
• Utilize advanced debugging tools such as React Native Debugger, Flipper, and platform‑specific profilers.