Head of Mobile Engineering (React Native & Native iOS/Android) with Startup Co-Founder Mentality

Knowz

Knowz

Software Engineering · Full-time
Gold Coast QLD, Australia · Remote
AUD 70k-150k / year
Posted 6+ months ago

At Knowz, we’re looking for a hands-on technical leader who’s not just great at building mobile apps, but fast, resourceful, and AI-savvy. This is a roll-up-your-sleeves role: you’ll be shipping code, running experiments, and moving quickly using the best tools available, including AI, to automate, accelerate, and optimise your workflow. We expect you to treat AI not as a curiosity, but as a power tool that multiplies your output.

About Knowz

Knowz is a fast-growing AI startup on a mission to turn every company’s data into a single, secure, and intuitive knowledge hub, transforming search into discovery. We integrate seamlessly with Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Drive, SharePoint, Confluence, email, and more. As we expand rapidly, we’re seeking a hands-on technical leader with a true co-founder mindset to build and scale our mobile products from the ground up.

What You’ll Own

  • Mobile Product Vision: Define and own the roadmap for our React Native mobile apps on iOS and Android, aligning with our overall business and growth objectives.
  • Technical Leadership: Architect scalable, performant solutions; leveraging React Native core, while diving into native modules in Swift/Objective-C and Kotlin/Java as needed.
  • Startup-Style Ownership: Act as an early team member with “owner’s DNA,” making strategic decisions, iterating quickly, and wearing multiple hats to drive product and technical milestones.
  • ASO & Growth Strategy: Lead end-to-end App Store Optimisation; keyword strategy, metadata A/B testing, asset creation, and performance analysis, to boost discoverability and downloads.
  • Monetisation Framework: Design and optimise revenue models, including in-app purchases, subscriptions, ad integrations, and novel monetisation experiments. Track ARPU, LTV, and other KPIs, and iterate to maximise ROI.

Who You Are

  • Startup Co-Founder Mentality: You thrive in ambiguity, move fast with limited resources, and treat every challenge as an opportunity to own and deliver.
  • Seasoned React Native Expert: 4+ years building production RN apps, with a deep understanding of its internals.
  • Native Development Proficiency: Fluent in Swift/Objective-C and Kotlin/Java; comfortable writing low-level, high-performance native modules.
  • ASO & Growth Hacker: Demonstrated success in boosting app store rankings and downloads using tools like App Annie, Sensor Tower, MobileAction, or similar.
  • Monetisation Strategist: Proven track record in architecting IAP, subscription models, and ad integrations to drive meaningful revenue.
  • Data-Obsessed: Expert with analytics platforms (Firebase, Amplitude, Mixpanel) to derive insights, set experiments, and measure impact.
  • Exceptional Communicator: You can clearly articulate vision, trade-offs, and technical approaches both in writing and in cross-functional settings.

Why Join Us Now?

  • Be a Foundational Leader: Shape the future of our mobile products and culture as one of the first senior hires.
  • Equity & Upside: Significant equity package, your success directly ties to the company’s growth.
  • Innovative Environment: Collaborate with AI and RAG experts to create groundbreaking workflows in knowledge management.
  • Learning & Growth: Enjoy a generous professional development budget, conference support, and a clear path to CTO or Head of Product roles.

Ready to Lead & Build?

Knowz is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive culture where every voice counts. We look forward to building something amazing together!

Knowz is an equal opportunity employer.