Lead Mobile Developer

Job Description Role: Lead Mobile Developer (Android + React Native) Location: Gurgaon Years of Experience: 6-8 Years About The Function At MakeMyTrip (MMT), technology is at the heart of everything we do. As a leading player in the travel industry, we leverage cutting-edge solutions like AI, machine learning, and cloud infrastructure to create seamless and innovative travel experiences. We prioritize a tech-first mindset, where our engineering teams lead the charge in transforming the way people travel. Our culture encourages collaboration, creativity, and thought leadership, empowering engineers to challenge the status quo and develop impactful, game-changing solutions. At MMT, you'll work with the latest technologies, continually push boundaries, and have the chance to shape the future of travel. Join us and become part of a forward-thinking, tech-driven organization that thrives on innovation and continuous learning. Role Overview We are looking for a highly skilled Lead Android Developer with strong expertise in React Native to lead our mobile development initiatives. This role involves designing, architecting, and delivering high-quality mobile applications while setting best practices and mentoring the team. If you are passionate about building scalable consumer-facing applications, thrive in solving complex problems, and can lead projects end-to-end, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Be Doing - Own the entire development lifecycle: design, planning, development, deployment, and post-release improvements . - Collaborate with business, design, and architecture teams to deliver seamless mobile solutions. - Architect and design mobile applications for Android / React Native , ensuring scalability, security, and performance. - Build and iterate proof-of-concept prototypes to validate new features quickly. - Develop, optimize, and maintain new and existing features in Android ( React Native ) apps. - Ensure adherence to Android best practices , UI/UX guidelines, and coding standards. - Drive regular code reviews , technical discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions. - Use creative problem-solving and deep technical expertise to deliver innovative solutions. What You'll Bring To The Table - Strong foundation in Data Structures, Algorithms, Design Patterns, and ORM frameworks . - Proficiency in React Native and core Android languages (Kotlin/Java) . - Proven experience applying Android development best practices and platform guidelines. - 68 years of extensive mobile app development experience , preferably with consumer or e-commerce products. - Ability to manage complexity, lead cross-functional collaboration , and deliver projects within tight deadlines. - Experience with mobile app architecture, API integration, performance tuning, and CI/CD pipelines . - Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Desired Candidate Profile - Experience : 68 years in mobile application development. - Immediate joiners highly preferred. - Prior experience in Consumer Product or E-Commerce companies will be a strong plus. - A self-starter and team leader who can balance hands-on development with mentorship. What Makes Us Awesome At MMT, we don't just build software, we create experiences that redefine how people travel. Our passion for innovation, customer-centric mindset, and technology-driven approach set us apart in the industry. With a leadership team that values empowerment and a collaborative environment that encourages bold ideas, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to transforming the travel experience. Join us, and let's shape the future of travel together.