Senior Mobile Engineer

Location: Remote (LATAM)
Work type: Full-time
Time zone: Overlap with US preferred

About the project

We are building, through our clients, high-impact mobile applications used by millions of people worldwide.

Their teams are dedicated to delivering seamless user experiences, outstanding performance, and innovative mobile solutions.

As a Senior Mobile Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and developing applications that combine functionality, aesthetics, and scalability, contributing directly to the success and long-term growth of the product.

Who we're looking for

A senior-level mobile engineer passionate about building intuitive, performant, and visually engaging applications.

Someone who thrives in cross-functional teams, brings strong expertise in both Android and React Native, and has a keen eye for design details and user experience.

Tech stack

• Mobile: Kotlin, Java, React Native
• UI/UX: Advanced gestures, dynamic layouts, animations, performance optimization
• Backend integration: REST/GraphQL APIs, data synchronization, background processes
• Security & Privacy: Data encryption, secure storage, compliance best practices
• Bonus: AI/ML frameworks for mobile

What you'll do

• Build and maintain high-quality mobile applications using Android (Kotlin/Java) and React Native.
  
  
• Develop smooth animations, advanced gestures, and dynamic layouts to elevate user experience.
  
  
• Optimize app performance, responsiveness, and reliability across different devices.
  
  
• Integrate with backend services and APIs, ensuring seamless data synchronization and background task management.
  
  
• Implement best practices for data handling, security, and privacy within mobile environments.
  
  
• Collaborate with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  
  

What you need

• 5+ years of experience in mobile development.
  
  
• Strong expertise in Android (Kotlin/Java) and React Native.
  
  
• Proven track record of delivering UI/UX-focused mobile applications with complex interactions and animations.
  
  
• Experience with modern mobile architectures (MVI, MVVM, Clean Architecture).
  
  
• Strong understanding of data handling, offline-first strategies, and background processes.
  
  
• Professional level of English for global collaboration.
  
  

Bonus points for

• Hands-on experience with AI/ML on mobile.
  
  
• Previous work in global, high-traffic applications.
  
  
• Contribution to open-source mobile frameworks or libraries.
  
  

SpaceDev Perks

20 vacation days + 3 extra days off per year to recharge
Access to Udemy courses and custom learning tracks
English classes for all levels
Work-life balance with our flexible work culture
Special days off for birthdays and significant occasions
Team trips: Tech events and team-building experiences
Performance reviews
Remote-first culture with offices in Montevideo, Medellín, Buenos Aires, and coworking options globally

Contract Type:
This is a contractor position through Deel, offering flexibility and autonomy while being part of an international, high-performing team.

Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo

Pregunta(s) de postulación:

• ¿Cuántos años de experiencia tienes desarrollando software?
  
  

Idioma:

• Inglés (Obligatorio)