Frontend Engineer React Native

About Us:

At Vahan we are building the first AI powered recruitment marketplace for Indias 300 millionstrong Blue Collar workforce opening doors to economic opportunities and brighter futures.

Already Indias largest recruitment platform Vahan is supported by marquee investors likeKhosla Ventures Y Combinator Airtel Vijay Shekhar Sharma (CEO Paytm) and leadingexecutives from Google and Facebook.

Our customers include names like Swiggy Zomato Rapido Zepto and many more. Weleverage cutting-edge technology and AI to recruit for the workforces of some of the mostrecognized companies in the country.

Our vision is ambitious: to become the go-to platform for blue-collar professionals worldwideempowering them with not just earning opportunities but also the tools benefits and supportthey need to thrive. We aim to impact over a billion lives worldwide creating a future where everyone has access to economic prosperity.

If our vision excites you Vahan might just be your next adventure. Were on the hunt for drivenindividuals who love tackling big challenges. If this sounds like your kind of journey dive into thedetails and see where you can make your mark.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Architecting and developing scalable React Native applications with optimized bridge utilization between native modules and the JavaScript runtime.

• Implementing performant UI components using React Native APIs Fabric and TurboModules while ensuring thread-safe asynchronous state management.

• Integrating REST APIs with secure token handling caching strategies and request cancellation mechanisms.

• Ensuring pixel-perfect UI by collaborating with design teams managing responsive layouts across devices and reducing over-rendering through memoization virtualization and reconciliation optimizations.

• Leveraging TypeScript for strong typing implementing Redux/MobX/Recoil for predictable state management and integrating CI/CD pipelines for automated builds and OTA updates.

• Profiling memory and performance bottlenecks using Flipper Hermes and native profilers to minimize JS thread blocking and improve frame rates.

• Collaborating cross-functionally with backend engineers to define API contracts and with product teams to iterate rapidly on features.
  
  

You Will Thrive in This Role If You:

• Have strong knowledge of React Native internals (bridge layout engine threading model) and can reason about performance trade-offs.

• Enjoy working in a lean startup environment where ambiguity rapid prototyping and iterative shipping are the norm.

• Can independently debug complex issues spanning across JavaScript native Android/iOS layers and third-party SDK integrations.

• Believe in writing clean testable code and are comfortable with Jest/Detox or similar frameworks for end-to-end testing.

• Stay updated with React Native ecosystem changes (New Architecture Fabric JSI TurboModules) and proactively adopt best practices.

• Value ownership speed and adaptability over rigid processes.
  
  

Nice to Have / Bonus Skills

• Experience with advanced animations (Reanimated Lottie Gesture Handler).

• Exposure to native Android (Kotlin/Java) and iOS (Swift/Objective-C) for writing custom modules.

• Familiarity with app distribution workflows (App Store Play Store TestFlight internal app distribution).

• Knowledge of mobile analytics push notifications and deep linking.

• Experience with Firebase Sentry or other monitoring/analytics tools.

• Understanding of cloud services (AWS GCP Firebase) for mobile integrations.

• Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced product development environment.
  
  

At Vahan youll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a sector that touches millions oflives. Were committed to not only advancing the livelihoods of our workforce but also in takingcare of the people who make this mission possible. Heres what we offer:

• Unlimited PTO: Trust and flexibility to manage your time in the way that works best for you.

• Comprehensive Medical Insurance: Weve got you covered with plans designed to support you and your loved ones.

• Monthly Wellness Leaves: Regular time off to recharge and focus on what matters most.

• Competitive Pay: Your contributions are recognized and rewarded with a compensation package that reflects your impact.
  
  

Join us and be part of something biggerwhere your work drives real positive change in theworld.