Skillz · 1 week ago
Lead Software Engineer (Mobile SDK)
LV Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$218K/yr - $218K/yr
6+ years expSkillz is the first publicly-traded mobile eSports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide. As a Lead Frontend Engineer, you will take ownership of consumer feature development across the React Native-based SDK, guiding the team through planning and delivery to ensure seamless user experiences across iOS, Android, and Web.
Developer PlatformeSportsSoftwareVideo Games
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain cross-platform mobile features using React Native, with direct impact across the entire Skillz game catalog
Lead technical execution of consumer product initiatives from conception to release
Translate product requirements into technical tasks and implementation plans for the team
Collaborate with QA to design robust test plans and deliver stable, bug-free releases
Own architectural decisions for the frontend SDK and help shape long-term technical strategy
Improve developer velocity by enhancing tooling, CI/CD workflows, and team processes
Work onsite 5 days/week at our Las Vegas, Nevada headquarters
Qualification
Required
6+ years of professional experience in mobile or cross-platform development
5+ years specifically using React Native, with a strong grasp of JavaScript/TypeScript
Proficiency in native mobile development (Kotlin, Java, Swift, or Objective-C)
Proven track record of delivering consumer-facing mobile products end to end
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
Preferred
Experience working with Unity or other game engines
Deeper familiarity with native iOS or Android ecosystems, SDK integration, or game development workflows
Benefits
100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses for both you and your dependents
401K matching
Equity incentives
Pre-tax benefit options
Wellness initiatives
Meditation and mental health resources
Physical fitness coaching and classes
Family planning assistance
Health and parenting guidance
Virtual therapy sessions
Competitive paid time off (PTO)
Company holidays
Company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Years
Free daily catered lunch
Snacks
Full-size gym with showers
Commuter benefits
Insurance
Team bonding events
Company
Skillz
Skillz is a marketplace platform for competition-based mobile games.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$287.3MKey Investors
WestCapTitanium Ventures
2020-12-16Post Ipo Equity· $159M
2020-12-16IPO
2020-05-01Series E
Leadership Team
Andrew Paradise
CEO & Founder
Casey Chafkin
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
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