Lead, Frontend Engineer

We are Ryt Bank, proudly awarded as one of the five digital banking license winners by BNM in Malaysia. Our mission is to empower the underserved and unserved segments of the population by providing innovative and accessible banking solutions. As part of our team, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of digital banking, using cutting-edge technologies to deliver exceptional user experiences for Malaysians. 

Our team consists of experienced digital banking and fintech innovators who are passionate about driving impactful, AI-powered innovation in the financial industry. Together, we are building a bank by Malaysians, for Malaysians. 

About the Role 

The Lead Frontend Engineer is a key member of our product-focused engineering team. You will play an instrumental role in delivering a seamless, innovative, and engaging banking experience to our customers. As a senior contributor, you will not only write clean and scalable code but also collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimize high-quality frontend systems. 

We are looking for a proactive and experienced frontend engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can mentor junior developers while driving technical excellence. Here, your ideas and contributions will directly impact the success of Malaysia’s next-generation digital bank. 

Your Impact: 

• Redefine Banking Experiences: Develop intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that make banking accessible and enjoyable for Malaysians. 

• Deliver High-Quality Solutions: Use modern technologies to design and optimize scalable, responsive, and high-performance frontend (mobile & web) systems. 

• Mentor and Collaborate: Lead by example in coding best practices and help upskill team members to drive continuous improvement in our engineering culture. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design and develop robust, scalable, and user-friendly mobile & web applications with a focus on performance and usability. 

• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, backend engineers, and QA to deliver end-to-end features. 

• Drive the architecture design and implementation of reusable components, optimized state management, and responsive designs. 

• Advocate and adhere to best development practices, including testing, code reviews, and documentation. 

• Mentor and manage junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth. 

Who We're Seeking: 

• Strong Technical Expertise: Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern frontend frameworks like React and React Native, as well as libraries like Redux, React Query, etc. 

• Cross-Platform Experience: Hands-on experience in building scalable and performant applications using React Native or other cross-platform frameworks. 

• User-Centric Mindset: Passion for building clean and intuitive UI/UX that delivers exceptional user experiences. 

• Ownership and Leadership: Ability to take ownership of projects, make technical decisions, and mentor team members. 

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering quality solutions. 

Technology Stack We Use: 

• Languages: TypeScript 

• Frameworks: React, React Native, Expo 

• State Management: React Query, Context API 

• Tools: Git, Expo EAS, Figma (for design collaboration) 

Why Join Us: 

• Be part of an award-winning digital bank project that is reshaping Malaysia’s financial landscape. 

• Collaborate with a team of passionate, driven, and talented innovators. 

• Drive impactful solutions that empower underserved and unserved communities. 

• Grow your technical skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment that values learning and innovation. 

Join us on this journey to build a digital bank that Malaysians can be proud of. If you are passionate about crafting exceptional digital experiences and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!