Working at NoA Ignite

We take pride in building lasting partnerships with our clients, and we've often been told that our people are remarkably easy and fun to work with. We operate in small, focused teams to solve our clients' trickiest challenges, and take deep ownership of our work from start to finish. Our culture has been carefully built around empathy, respect, and trust, and we extend this mindset to working with all our clients and partners.

Who we're looking for

We're seeking developers who:

• Combine technical excellence with a pragmatic, hands-on approach
• Embrace constant learning and growth in their area of expertise, and enjoy sharing their knowledge and helping others grow
• Adapt easily to new environments, technologies, and teams
• Are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences
• Can see the big picture and help our clients navigate complex technical challenges
• Value and want to contribute to a transparent and trusting work environment

About the role

We're seeking a Senior Mobile Developer (React Native) to join our Helsinki or Oulu studio, working with leading Nordic brands on transformative digital experiences. You'll be part of cross-functional teams delivering cutting-edge commerce solutions across mobile apps and modern web frontends for clients in retail, consumer goods, and lifestyle sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile digital commerce projects with brands that are pushing the boundaries of shopping experiences in the Nordics and beyond, leveraging both native mobile technologies and modern JavaScript frameworks. You'll have an essential role in technical implementation from concept to delivery.

What you'll get to do

• Develop and maintain mobile applications (iOS/Android) for leading consumer brands
• Work across multiple client engagements, bringing mobile expertise to various industries
• Integrate applications with modern commerce platforms, APIs, and microservices architectures
• Collaborate with designers, backend developers, and client teams to implement innovative features
• Ensure optimal performance, quality, and responsiveness
• Lead technical discovery and solution design for new client projects
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to our development standards and best practices
• Work in agile environments with regular client collaboration and stakeholder management

What we expect

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in mobile development
• Experience with both cross-platform frameworks (React Native) and native mobile (iOS with Swift/SwiftUI or Android with Kotlin/Jetpack Compose)
• Deep understanding of modern application architecture patterns and best practices
• Experience with state management solutions (Redux, Zustand, Context API, etc.)
• Experience building e-commerce frontends with headless commerce platforms
• Knowledge of performance optimization, SEO, and web vitals
• Proven experience working in client-facing or consulting environments
• Track record of leading technical implementations
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal and written) in Finnish and English
• Possibility to work from our own office 2–3 days per week

These are a bonus:

• Proficiency in React, TypeScript/JavaScript, and modern frontend tooling
• Experience in building responsive, performant e-commerce experiences integrated with headless commerce platforms (e.g. Shopify Hydrogen/Liquid, Commerce Layer, commercetools, etc.)
• Knowledge of headless CMS solutions (e.g. Sanity, Contentful, Storyblok)
• Experience with design systems, component libraries, and Storybook
• Understanding of Web Components and framework-agnostic approaches
• Knowledge of mobile and web analytics, A/B testing, and conversion optimization
• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and DevOps practices
• Background working with GraphQL and modern API paradigms
• Experience in leading client projects and technical teams
• Experience working in hybrid and international teams

What we offer

• Mentoring and support tailored to your individual development journey
• A tight-knit developer community and plenty of knowledge-sharing opportunities
• A buddy from your local studio to help you get started and get to know our people and ways of working
• Work with modern tech stack including React, TypeScript, headless commerce, and native mobile
• Diverse project portfolio spanning retail, fashion, consumer goods, and lifestyle brands across the Nordics
• Opportunity to influence technical decisions and shape commerce strategies for leading brands
• Exposure to cutting-edge commerce technologies and modern development practices
• Leadership opportunities including technical mentorship and client advisory
• Epassi lunch and sports/culture/well-being benefit
• Paid home internet and phone connection
• Phone, headphones, and work devices of your choice (laptop, monitor, accessories)
• Recently renovated office spaces at central locations in Helsinki and Oulu
• Free use of our office gym (both studios) and yoga room (at Helsinki studio)
• Breakfast at the office twice a week and events throughout the year
• Company-paid free time activities such as game nights and testing new sports and hobbies together
• Discounts in the Valkea shopping center for Oulu studio employees

The salary range for this role is 4000–6000€, depending on your expertise and seniority.

Who we are

NoA Ignite is a unified tech partner built by pioneers from specialist agencies DK&A, App Shack, Axenon and the original NoA Ignite. We are 450 experts across six countries, and we help ambitious companies shape a future of experience-led growth. We take full ownership of the digital experience: from the interfaces people love to the infrastructures that keep them running. By connecting strategy, design, technology, and data into one seamless system, we simplify complexity and create solutions that drive real business outcomes. NoA Ignite is part of The North Alliance (NoA), a leading collective of creativity, design, and technology companies.

How to apply

If NoA Ignite sounds like the right place for you, please provide us with a link to your LinkedIn profile, your GitHub/portfolio, and answer a couple of initial questions. No need to attach a CV or cover letter at this point. We're meeting with applicants on an ongoing basis. If your profile matches what we're looking for, we'll reach out to you as soon as possible.