Staff Software Engineer

Summary

Join NerdWallet as a Staff Native Mobile Engineer and contribute to the development and improvement of our mobile applications. You will lead the development of iOS, Android, and React Native infrastructure, working closely with product, QA, and other teams. This role requires significant experience in mobile application development and infrastructure, including React Native, Kotlin/Swift, and TypeScript. You will mentor other engineers and leverage new technologies to enhance our tech stack. The position is remote (US-based) and offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and various wellness perks.

Requirements

• 8+ years of Software Engineering experience, with at least 5 years of experience developing mobile applications
• 2+ years React Native experience
• 2+ years Kotlin or Swift experience
• 1+ years TypeScript experience
• 1+ year GraphQL experience (ideally with Apollo Client)
• Demonstrated success working in infrastructure, platform, or developer success roles
• Leadership of large-scale software projects involving multiple engineers and a large stakeholder group

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of iOS, Android, and React Native infrastructure that powers the NerdWallet app on Android and iOS
• Supercharge our product teams by investing in tools, libraries, and best practices that uplevel developer productivity and product quality
• Capitalize on new technologies like React Native’s new architecture to modernize our tech stack and unlock performance gains and new capabilities
• Provide mentorship and guidance both to immediate teammates and members of the broader mobile developer community by promoting best practices in coding, testing, and architecture

Benefits

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
• Rejuvenation Policy – Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + 4 Mental Health Days Off
• New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
• Mental health support
• Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests
• Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
• Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend
• Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy
• Nerd-led group initiatives – Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity, and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities
• Hackathons and team events across all teams and departments
• Company-wide events like NerdLove (employee appreciation) and our annual Charity Auction
• Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward – Take 8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter and donate to your favorite causes with a company match
• 401K with company match
• Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools
• Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar
• Disability and Life Insurance with employer-paid premiums