Head of Mobile Engineering

About the role

LocalBini is seeking a Head of Mobile Engineering to lead the development of its React Native app, targeting a launch for the fall/Christmas season 2026. This senior position offers the chance to shape a global platform that connects travelers with authentic local experiences across Europe.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with remote development teams and the Switzerland office to design and implement the mobile solution.
• Build the React Native app from the current MVP, ensuring scalability and a high‑quality user experience.
• Integrate tracking tools to analyze user behavior and inform product decisions.
• Produce comprehensive technical documentation for the codebase.
• Work closely with the product designer and leverage the component library and Figma assets.

Required profile

• At least five years of commercial mobile development experience, preferably in a lead role.
• Strong hands‑on expertise with React Native and its ecosystem.
• Experience developing native Android (Java/Kotlin) and/or iOS (Objective‑C/Swift) applications.
• Analytical mindset with problem‑solving abilities.
• Fluent English; German is a plus.

Required skills

• React Native
• Redux, Redux‑Offline, Redux‑Thunk, Redux‑Saga, Reselect
• Immutable.js
• Axios
• Responsive Web Design (RWD) techniques
• Java
• Kotlin
• Objective‑C
• Swift

What we offer

• Equity‑only compensation with full upside potential.
• Flexibility to work full‑time or part‑time, onsite in St. Gallen or remotely.
• Opportunity to influence an international platform at scale.