We are looking for an experienced Senior React Native developer to join an innovative and fast-moving team within Papaya in Warsaw, Poland.

YOU WILL BE AT THE FOREFRONT OF SHAPING OUR PRODUCT’S MOBILE EXPERIENCE, TRANSLATING COMPLEX TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS INTO A USER-FRIENDLY INTERFACE. WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO NOT ONLY EXCELS IN MOBILE DEVELOPMENT BUT ALSO HAS HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE WITH VIDEO EDITING TECHNOLOGIES, SUCH AS APPLYING FILTERS, EFFECTS, AND WORKING WITH VIDEO CODECS. IDEALLY, YOU’VE WORKED IN MEDIA-HEAVY ENVIRONMENTS LIKE STREAMING OR GAMING AND ARE EXCITED ABOUT BRINGING YOUR EXPERTISE TO A NEW CHALLENGE.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience as a Senior Mobile Developer or similar role, with expertise in at least two of the following: native iOS development, native Android development, React Native.
• Proven experience developing or integrating video editing features, with a deep understanding of video processing technologies like codecs, filters, and effects.
• Experience in media-heavy industries such as streaming, gaming, or video platforms is a significant plus.
• Strong understanding of mobile app architecture, performance optimization, and best practices.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and integrating them into mobile applications.
• Familiarity with mobile testing frameworks and tools, such as Jest or Detox.
• Knowledge of state management libraries like Redux or MobX.
• Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in optimizing mobile app performance and responsiveness.
• A solid portfolio showcasing your projects and mobile app development expertise is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of a cross-platform video editing feature that works seamlessly on both iOS and Android.
• Translate artistic and technical requirements into a cohesive, user-friendly mobile experience, working closely with the Art Director and other stakeholders.
• Architect, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code, with a focus on native integrations within React Native.
• Optimize video processing workflows, including encoding, decoding, and rendering, to ensure high performance and visual quality.
• Collaborate in code reviews, identify areas for improvement, and mentor junior developers as the team expands.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in video editing and mobile development to ensure our product remains cutting-edge.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues related to video processing and playback, ensuring a robust and reliable mobile app.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of a cross-platform video editing feature that works seamlessly on both iOS and Android.
• Translate artistic and technical requirements into a cohesive, user-friendly mobile experience, working closely with the Art Director and other stakeholders.
• Architect, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code, with a focus on native integrations within React Native.
• Optimize video processing workflows, including encoding, decoding, and rendering, to ensure high performance and visual quality.
• Collaborate in code reviews, identify areas for improvement, and mentor junior developers as the team expands.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in video editing and mobile development to ensure our product remains cutting-edge.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues related to video processing and playback, ensuring a robust and reliable mobile app