Full Stack Software Engineer

Something Inc
New York, NY, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$180,000.0 - $250,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) JavaScript (Programming Language) Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) App Store (IOS) User Authentication Unit Testing Software Design Patterns Github Push Technology Mobile Application Software JSON Performance Tuning
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Software Engineering Systems Integration TypeScript Google Drive ReactJS Offline Storage Backend Gitlab Git Kotlin Graphql React Native React Redux Google Play Objective C++ Dropbox

Job description

  • Create mentor-facing features that increase consistency, speed, and connection
  • Build safety surfaces that proactively detect risk and reduce human error
  • Improve mentor workflows so that they feel empowered, not burdened, by our tools, * Build end-to-end features across React Native, backend services, and APIs
  • Collaborate closely with design, product, growth, and clinical ops
  • Run user conversations with teens and mentors to deeply understand needs
  • Maintain a clean, scalable codebase as we grow quickly, * We care about outcomes, not theatrics
  • We move quickly and learn constantly
  • We speak the truth early
  • We protect focus
  • We hold a high bar for craft and quality
  • We’re small, intense, collaborative, and mission-driven
  • We care about each other, and we care about the millions of teens we serve

If you’re looking for a place where you can have real ownership and build something that genuinely changes lives, this is it., 1. Record a video (8-10 minutes) of yourself answering these questions:

  • Introduce yourself to us!
  • Talk to us about your experience with React Native and SWE. It’s okay to brag!
  • Why do you want this job?
  • What are you best at professionally?
  • What do you not like doing professionally?
  • What are you career ambitions? 2. Send an HTTP POST request to the following route: https://recruitment.somethings.com/candidates Your POST request should include a JSON body with: Required fields:

  • name - Your full name
  • email - Your email address
  • videoUrl - Link to your Loom video
  • resumeLink - Link to your resume (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.)
  • githubUrl - Your GitHub/Gitlab profile
  • role - Must be exactly “React Engineer” or “React Native Engineer” Optional fields:

  • linkedinUrl - Your LinkedIn profile
  • portfolio - Your portfolio website

Requirements

  • You have 4+ years of professional software engineering experience, including deep work with React Native.
  • You have a strong understanding of mobile app architecture, common design patterns, and performance optimization.
  • You’re comfortable with mobile engineering workflows - CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, release processes - and you enjoy improving them.
  • You love building pixel-perfect, fast, and reliable user interfaces across platforms and screen sizes.
  • You care deeply about quality and craft, and you’re motivated by creating products that real people love using.
  • You’re a clear, direct, and thoughtful communicator who collaborates well with others., * Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript, and modern React Native patterns (components, hooks, state management).
  • Experience shipping React Native apps for both iOS and Android, including the deployment and release process.
  • Hands-on experience integrating REST/GraphQL APIs, working with offline storage, push notifications, and authentication flows.
  • Experience with state management libraries such as MobX or Tanstack
  • Knowledge of React Native navigation, animations, and performance tuning techniques.
  • Experience using Git, writing unit tests, and working within CI/CD pipelines.
  • Prior experience publishing apps to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
  • Experience working with native modules in Objective-C/Swift and/or Java/Kotlin., Job level and actual compensation will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process (including skills and relevant prior experience, potential impact, and scope of role), market demands, and specific work location. The listed range is a guideline, and the range for this role may be modified

Benefits & conditions

  • The annual salary range for this position is $180,000 - $250,000.
  • Significant equity compensation, reflecting your foundational role and impact.
  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Significant work ownership and autonomy
  • Unlimited days off.

About the company

Somethings is building the first social wellness platform for teens - a place where a teen can form a real relationship with a mentor who gets them, sticks with them, and helps them get better.

25 Million teens in the U.S. are struggling with their mental health. Every one of the thousands of teens who downloads Somethings is struggling. Our job is to make sure they don’t just show up - they stay, connect with real humans who care deeply about them, and get the support that they need to thrive.

We’re backed by General Catalyst and world-class healthcare + consumer investors, and we’re growing like crazy - in 2025 we grew 1100%, and are on track to 5x in 2026.

If you want to be a part of the generationally defining company in mental health, welcome home., At Somethings, we’re committed to building a workplace where diversity is not just welcomed, it’s celebrated. We believe that innovation thrives on teams where everyone can be their authentic selves, bringing unique perspectives and backgrounds to the table. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Our commitment to inclusivity is woven into the fabric of our corporate culture, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to succeed, learn, and grow with us.

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