Lead Software Engineer (Mobile SDK)

Skillz

Las Vegas, NV

Full Time

Senior

288k-462k

about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

If you want to build, develop, and see your impact, join Skillz and level up your Career! Skillz, the first publicly-traded mobile eSports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide, is revolutionizing the gaming industry. By fostering social competition within games, the Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling real-money activity in their games and providing operational support while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition. At Skillz, we understand the thrill of achievement and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges. Want to join a team made up of alums from Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, Wynn Resorts and more? Learn more to see if Skillz is the right fit for your next career move!

Key Responsibilities

Lead mobile SDK projects from planning to release, ensuring smooth technical execution across teams
Build and maintain high-quality iOS and Android features using React Native
Break down product goals into technical tasks and guide engineers through implementation
Partner with QA to create solid test plans and deliver bug-free releases
Boost developer efficiency by improving tools, workflows, and team processes
Shape the SDK's architecture and contribute to long-term technical planning

Requirements

6+ years of Software Engineering career with experience in cross platform or native mobile development in languages such as React Native (JavaScript, TypeScript), Java, Kotlin, Objective-C, Swift
6+ years of experience in React Native Mobile development environment, or equivalent, via cross-platform development in either web or mobile technologies
Able to work in-office 5 days a week in Las Vegas (relocation assistance available for Vegas HQ)
Experience in the Gaming Industry is strongly preferred (alternatively - experience with Unity and/or a passion for building services for games)
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a technical field of study, or equivalent industry experience

Nice to Have

Experience with Unity and/or a passion for building services for games

Benefits & Perks

Total Starting Compensation including Base + Bonus + Equity: $288,000 - $461,750
Comprehensive benefits package, including 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses for you and your dependents
401K matching, equity incentives, pre-tax benefit options
Wellness initiatives including meditation, mental health resources, physical fitness coaching, family planning assistance, health and parenting guidance, virtual therapy sessions
Paid time off (PTO) & company holidays, including a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Years
Office environment at Las Vegas headquarters with free daily breakfast and catered lunch, snacks, a full-size gym with showers, commuter benefits, insurance, team bonding events

Working at Skillz

Culture of Impact: Join a united team of builders, creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs driven by the desire to win. At Skillz, we create value, obsess over our product, and make a difference in the world. We hold our employees to high standards while providing professional growth opportunities. We operate like a startup, encouraging collaboration and feedback to improve as a business. We believe in never settling and fostering growth for our employees.

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