Mobile Software Engineer - Lace

Who are we?

IOHK, is a technology company focused on Blockchain research and development. We are renowned for our scientific approach to blockchain development, emphasizing peer-reviewed research and formal methods to ensure security, scalability, and sustainability. Our projects include decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management, aiming to advance the capabilities and adoption of blockchain technology globally.

We invest in the unknown, applying our curiosity and desire for positive change to everything we do. By fueling creativity, innovation, and progress within our teams, our products and services are designed for people to be fearless, to be changemakers.

About Lace:

Lace is a light wallet platform from IOG that brings together a wealth of Web3 features, from managing digital assets, to accessing NFTs, DApps, and DeFi services, so you can discover and enjoy a new world of digital experiences. Securely send and receive digital assets, easily stake your ada and participate in the Cardano network, or send multiple assets to different addresses in one transaction. Lace does everything a wallet does – and more. Lace is already evolving, with many new features in the pipeline. From a DApp Store, to a mobile app, digital identity solutions, and more – this is just the beginning. https://www.lace.io/ 

What the role involves:

As a Mobile Software Engineer, you will work within an agile team of software engineers, SDET/QA, and DevOps engineers to deliver high-quality mobile applications aligned with the product roadmap. Your primary focus will be on supporting the transition of the Lace Wallet to a mobile-first platform, ensuring a responsive and engaging user experience.

You will contribute hands-on to the development process, collaborating closely with Product Managers, Architects, QA, and other team members to implement features, resolve technical challenges, and optimize mobile application performance. This role provides an excellent opportunity to grow your expertise in mobile development while contributing to a dynamic, innovative product.

• Develop and optimize the Lace Wallet for iOS and Android, ensuring performance, responsiveness, and a high-quality user experience.
• Contribute to maintaining and enhancing a unified codebase using React Native or similar mobile frameworks for cross-platform deployment.
• Work alongside senior engineers to implement testing frameworks, assist with CI/CD pipeline configurations, and maintain code reliability.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, QA Engineers, and Blockchain Developers to deliver mobile-specific features and integrations.
• Address and resolve performance bottlenecks, bugs, and usability issues across mobile applications.
• Participate in design discussions and contribute to technical decision-making under the guidance of senior engineers and architects.
• Stay up to date with mobile development trends and apply relevant tools and technologies to enhance applications.
• Support junior team members by sharing knowledge and following established development best practices.

Who you are:

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is desirable but not required if complemented by relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience in mobile application development with a portfolio of successfully delivered iOS and Android applications.
• Experience with Agile software development methods, including sprint planning and iterative development processes.
• Familiarity with mobile security best practices, such as secure API integration and data protection.
• Experience with performance optimization for mobile applications to ensure responsiveness and scalability.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment, contributing to team goals across time zones.
• Mobile application development: Contributes to the development, testing, and optimization of mobile applications for iOS and Android using frameworks like React Native or Flutter.
• Collaboration and teamwork: Works effectively within agile, cross-functional teams, supporting open communication and shared problem-solving.
• Code quality and testing: Follows coding standards, implements testing best practices, and contributes to maintaining code reliability.
• Performance optimization: Identifies and addresses performance bottlenecks to ensure responsive and efficient applications.
• Problem-solving: Demonstrates the ability to analyze technical challenges, debug issues, and deliver practical solutions.
• Continuous learning: Stays current with mobile development trends and integrates new tools or technologies into workflows.
• User-centric approach: Builds features with an understanding of user needs, enhancing usability, engagement, and satisfaction.

Are you an IOGer?

Do you find yourself questioning the status quo? Do you tinker with ideas and long to turn those ideas into solutions? Are you able to spark thoughtful debates, bringing out the inquisitiveness in others? Does the promise of continuously growing excite you? Then get ready to reimagine everything you thought wasn’t possible because that’s what it means to be an IOGer - we don’t set limits, we break them. 

• Remote work
• Laptop reimbursement
• New starter package to buy hardware essentials (headphones, monitor, etc)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Competitive PTO 

At IOG, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.