Mobile App Engineer (Intern) — React Native

About the Role

We are building a next-generation logistics and on-demand errand mobile application with real-time tracking, secure payments, and seamless communication. We are looking for a passionate and driven Mobile App Engineer Intern specialising in React Native to support the development of our mobile application and gain hands-on experience in a real production environment.

This is a learning-first role, you will work directly alongside our engineering team, contribute to live features, and grow your skills across the full mobile development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities

Support mobile app development using React Native and Expo

Build, debug, and test features using Expo Go and Expo Dev

Assist with implementing real-time map tracking using GPS APIs and mapping SDKs (Google Maps or Mapbox)

Learn and contribute to in-app payment flows and wallet features

Support integration of in-app chat and calling functionality (WebRTC or third-party platforms such as Twilio or Zegocloud)

Collaborate with backend engineers to integrate REST APIs built with NestJS

Write and query data using PostgreSQL

Participate in AWS deployments and gain exposure to cloud infrastructure (EC2, S3, RDS, CloudWatch)

Work closely with UI/UX, Product, and QA teams to deliver polished mobile experiences

Learn best engineering practices through code reviews, testing, and team collaboration What We Are Looking For

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Basic understanding of React Native, JavaScript, or TypeScript

Familiarity with mobile development concepts — Expo experience is a plus

Eagerness to learn real-time features such as maps, geolocation, and WebSockets

Basic awareness of REST APIs and how frontend and backend systems communicate

Any exposure to PostgreSQL or relational databases is an advantage

Curiosity about cloud platforms — AWS knowledge is not required but is a bonus

Strong problem-solving mindset, attention to detail, and willingness to ask questions

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid, fast-paced startup environment Nice to Have

Personal or university projects involving React Native or mobile apps

Any experience with NestJS or Node.js backend services

Prior exposure to Git and version control workflows

Interest in logistics, mobility, or real-time communication applications What We Offer

Monthly stipend: ₦150,000 – ₦250,000 (based on experience and skills)

Hybrid work structure — flexible mix of remote and in-office

Hands-on experience working on a live, consumer-facing mobile product

Direct mentorship from senior engineers

Exposure to the full engineering stack — mobile, backend (NestJS), database (PostgreSQL, Redis), and cloud (AWS)

Potential for a full-time role upon successful completion of the internship

Supportive and innovative engineering culture