1 Month ago • 6 Years + • $288,000 PA - $461,750 PA
Job Summary
Job Description
As a Lead Software Engineer (Mobile SDK) at Skillz, you will lead mobile SDK projects, ensuring smooth technical execution. This includes building and maintaining high-quality iOS and Android features using React Native, breaking down product goals into technical tasks, and guiding engineers through implementation. You will also partner with QA to create test plans and deliver bug-free releases, boost developer efficiency, and shape the SDK’s architecture. Skillz is looking for an engineer to help redefine the boundaries of gaming by creating a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive.
Must have:
Build and deliver consumer-facing products from scratch.
Strong communication skills for handling multiple projects.
6+ years of software engineering experience.
Good to have:
Experience in the Gaming Industry is preferred.
Experience with Unity and/or a passion for games.
Perks:
100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses.
401K matching and equity incentives.
Wellness initiatives, including mental health resources.
Competitive paid time off (PTO) & company holidays.
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!
Why 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.
Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, which includes 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses for both you and your dependents. Additionally, take advantage of our 401K matching, equity incentives, pre-tax benefit options, and more.
Wellness Support: Enhance your well-being with our array of wellness initiatives, including meditation and mental health resources, physical fitness coaching and classes, family planning assistance, health and parenting guidance, virtual therapy sessions, and more.
Time off: We offer competitive paid time off (PTO) & company holidays, including a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Years, to help you recharge and pursue your passions.
Las Vegas Headquarters: Skillz strongly believes in a five-day a week, collaborative office environment at our 36,000+ square foot headquarters. Enjoy free daily breakfast and catered lunch, snacks,a full-size gym with showers, commuter benefits, insurance, team bonding events and many more.
Recognized Success: Skillz has earned recognition as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, CNBC's Disruptor 50, San Francisco Business Times' Best Places to Work, Forbes' Next Billion-Dollar Startups, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000 list, and many more.
Development Opportunities: We hold our employees to high standards while providing them with professional growth opportunities. We operate like a startup, and encourage all of our employees to collaborate and voice feedback about our product and ways we can improve as a business. We believe in never settling, and that also pertains to your growth.
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
Key Competencies
Proven track record of building and delivering consumer-facing products and features from scratch
Strong communication skills to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners, such as product and design
Experience
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
Total Starting Compensation including Base + Bonus + Equity: $288,000 - $461,750
Location: Las Vegas HQ - Onsite for 5 days per week
Join Skillz and Let's Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming!
Together, we'll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. We look forward to having you on board!
Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
