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Staff iOS Engineer (React Native)

VSCO
Location
San Francisco, California
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$230,000 - $260,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of professional software development experience
  • 4+ years focused on mobile iOS development using React Native
  • Deep expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern front-end technologies including Expo
  • Experience integrating with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and third-party services
  • Familiarity with state management libraries (e.g., Redux) and asynchronous programming
  • Proven experience in building and maintaining complex, high-performance mobile applications
Nice to have
  • Experience shipping React Native applications on macOS
  • Experience leading platform expansion initiatives from mobile to desktop
  • Experience with OpenGL, 3D rendering, and matrix-based transformations
  • Experience integrating third-party tools for media manipulation
  • Familiarity with Android to facilitate cross-platform design discussions
What the job really is

As a Staff Software Engineer at VSCO, you will lead the development of high-quality, scalable mobile applications using React Native, while mentoring other engineers and driving code quality. Your role involves making architectural decisions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and championing AI-assisted development to enhance productivity. You will also be responsible for ensuring best practices in testing and CI, as well as guiding the team through complex technical challenges.

Benefits
  • Hybrid work with an office in San Francisco, CA
  • Regular in-person events to connect and collaborate
  • Competitive salary & equity
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families
  • Flexible Time Off
  • Company-paid parental, medical and caregiver leave
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided is $230,000 - $260,000, but actual compensation may vary based on experience and internal leveling
  • Role involves significant mentoring and leadership responsibilities, which may not appeal to all candidates
  • Emphasis on AI-assisted development may require candidates to adapt to new workflows
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