Mobile Design Engineer
Core
Own the motion and interaction layer of the Kraken mobile app, ensuring high-performance animations and seamless user experiences for crypto trading.
Role type
Senior Mobile Design Engineer (React Native)
Builds
The Kraken consumer mobile app for individual investors and institutions
Domain
Fintech / Cryptocurrency / Mobile UI
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
React Native, Reanimated, gesture handling, UI performance profiling, motion design, product judgment, AI tooling
Preferred skills
React Native Skia, native bridge development (Swift/Kotlin), design system contribution, visual/motion design background
Technologies
React Native, Reanimated, Skia, Figma, After Effects, Cursor, Copilot, Claude
Responsibilities
Own the motion and interaction layer including easing, springs, gestures, transitions, and haptics; Evolve the mobile design system components and standards; Partner with product designers to elevate motion and interaction design; Profile and optimize rendering performance on lower-end Android devices; Contribute to architectural decisions affecting UI responsiveness; Raise the bar for the mobile org through code reviews and pattern writing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC