Software Engineer - (Mobile)📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Zid is a technology company focused on enhancing retail success in Saudi Arabia. The company's mission is to provide merchants with a comprehensive platform for commerce operations. We are seeking a Software Engineer with a specialization in Mobile development to join our team in Riyadh. This role is designed for individuals interested in developing high-quality mobile applications and contributing to user experiences for a platform used by numerous merchants.

As a Software Engineer – Mobile, you will be responsible for developing and improving our mobile applications. A key aspect of this role involves ensuring applications are performant, user-friendly, and fully support the Arabic language with Right-to-Left (RTL) capabilities. You will collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions, contributing to the ongoing development and innovation of the platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain mobile features using React Native and Expo, adhering to established architecture and development standards.
• Build responsive and user-friendly interfaces with full RTL (Right-to-Left) support for Arabic users.
• Optimize application performance for both iOS and Android platforms.
• Collaborate with Product Managers and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Participate in sprint planning, technical discussions, and feature delivery.
• Contribute to product improvements by identifying opportunities to enhance user experience.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure application reliability and maintainability.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high engineering standards.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues.
• Integrate mobile applications with RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Manage application state using modern state management solutions.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and contribute to mobile deployment and release processes.
• Stay current with emerging mobile technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• 1-3 years of professional experience in mobile application development using React Native.
• Hands-on experience with Expo and modern mobile development workflows.
• Experience building and maintaining production mobile applications.
• Fluency in Arabic and proficiency in English.

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in TypeScript and React Native development.
• Experience with state management solutions such as Redux Toolkit, React Query, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of testing frameworks such as Jest and React Testing Library.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and mobile application architecture.
• Understanding of mobile CI/CD practices and deployment processes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role offers opportunities for career growth through challenging projects and the use of modern technologies. You will be part of a supportive team that values learning, ownership, and innovation.