Software Engineer - Junior Mobile App Developer

About the role

eShepherd is looking for a Junior Mobile Software Engineer to join its fast‑growing team. You will work on a React Native mobile app that powers a virtual‑fencing solution for farmers, delivering new features and ensuring reliability in low‑connectivity environments.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and ship features for the cross‑platform React Native app (iOS & Android).
• Collaborate with product, QA and senior engineers to deliver end‑to‑end functionality.
• Maintain performance and stability of the app in real‑world field conditions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and continuous integration processes.
• Support growing user adoption and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

Required profile

• ~2 + years of experience in software or mobile development.
• Hands‑on experience (or strong exposure) to React Native and JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Solid understanding of mobile fundamentals on iOS and Android.
• Experience building functional features through commercial work, studies or personal projects.
• Familiarity with Git and agile ways of working.
• Strong sense of ownership, clear communication and full working rights in Australia.

Required skills

• React Native
• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• iOS fundamentals
• Android fundamentals
• Git

What we offer

• Competitive salary and long‑term growth opportunities.
• Modern Melbourne office with great amenities and transport links.
• Opportunity to work on a real‑world product used by farmers worldwide.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and rapid skill development.
• Career progression as the company scales globally.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture.