Narek M.

About Me

Narek M. is a Senior Mobile Software Engineer specializing in React Native. He has experience in developing mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms, with a focus on creating user-friendly interfaces and optimizing performance. Narek has worked on various projects, including a multilingual spiritual text application, a cryptocurrency exchange platform, and a library application for downloading and reading eBooks. Narek is skilled in React Native, TypeScript, Redux, and various other technologies, with a track record of delivering high-quality results for clients.

Frontend

Backend

Database

QA & Testing

Other

Typescript jQuery E-commerce Nativebase Bitrise Android Development Web Applications Detox Agile Methodologies Expo.io End to End Testing I18n

Work history

UpStack
Senior Software Engineer | Mobile React Native
2023 - 2025 (2 years)
Remote
  • Developing mobile applications using React Native.

  • Creating user-friendly interfaces.

  • Optimizing application performance.

Freelance (Self employed)
Founder/Owner / Senior Mobile Engineer
2024 - 2025 (1 year)
Remote
  • Developed the 'Book of Lamentations - Grigor Narekatsi' mobile app using React Native.

  • Implemented multilingual support for Classical Armenian, Modern Armenian, English, and Russian.

  • Designed a user-friendly interface with adjustable text sizes and seamless navigation.

React NativeTypescriptI18nOffline-first Architecture Mobile UI/UX Internationalization (i18n)
Lykke Business
Senior Mobile Developer (React Native)
2022 - 2024 (2 years)
Remote
  • Spearheaded a comprehensive initiative to reinvent Lykke's outdated financial ecosystem using blockchain technology.

  • Updated the application from outdated Expo/React Native versions to the most recent versions.

  • Designed critical features, including an exchange in multiple fiat and cryptocurrencies, and enhanced CI/CD pipelines.

EPAM Anywhere
Senior Software Engineer (React Native)
2022 - 2024 (2 years)
Remote
  • Developed and managed an app for library users to download and read titles from their library's collections.

  • Devised, configured, and programmed key features, maintaining an app with thousands of active users.

  • Addressed and resolved critical app accessibility issues and implemented targeted improvements.

Modus Create
Senior Front End Engineer (React Native)
2021 - 2021
Remote
  • Delivered features and fixed bugs for a TV app as one of two React Native developers.

  • Helped to deliver the pagination feature for the vertical infinite scrollable image/video list.

  • Worked on an Android TV app with React Native.

React NativeAndroid Development Redux.js Expo.io
Freelance (Self employed)
Senior React Native Developer
2020 - 2022 (2 years)
Remote
  • Directed the development of a complex pagination solution for an Android TV application.

  • Produced diverse freelance projects, including initiatives for a private Entertainment startup and a cryptocurrency wallet app.

  • Engaged in ongoing training to improve skills in problem-solving, data structures, and algorithms.

React.jsReact NativeTypescriptRedux.js JestExpo.io Web Applications Detox
GolfPlayed
Senior React Native Developer
2017 - 2019 (2 years)
Remote
  • Supported an application serving golfing communities and a networking app for iOS and Android.

  • Selected as Lead Developer of a team of 5, leveraging Agile methodology.

  • Earned recognition for exceptional performance and high praise from the company CEO on LinkedIn.

Spotlight Social
Spot Senior React Native Developer
2017 - 2019 (2 years)
Remote
  • Supported an application serving golfing communities and a networking app for iOS and Android.

  • Selected for the role of Lead Developer of a team consisting of 5 members tasked with organizing and overseeing the mobile development side of the project by leveraging Agile methodology.

  • Earned recognition for exceptional performance and high praise from the company CEO on LinkedIn.

Blue Frog Software
React Native Developer
2016 - 2017 (1 year)
Remote
  • Led the development of an E-commerce application for Blue Frog Software.

  • Introduced Stripe as a payment gateway solution.

  • Evaluated application performance data to identify areas for improvement.

EternityReady
React Native Developer
2016 - 2017 (1 year)
Remote

Helped to build a mobile app with React Native to watch TV channels live.

Vincit
React.js Developer
2016 - 2017 (1 year)
Remote

Helped to deliver an electronic signature platform.

MERN Node.js Developer
Remote
2015 - 2016 (1 year)
Remote

Developed websites, web applications, and mobile apps with MERN stack MeteorJS, React, and Redux technologies

Web Developer
2008 - 2016 (8 years)
Remote
  • Developed websites and web applications with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, PHP, MySQL, Express.js, MongoDB and WordPress technologies.

  • At Alphasoft Armenia local company worked on websites for the company's international and local clients.

Showcase

Senior React Native Developer - GolfPlayed App
Senior React Native Developer - GolfPlayed App
  • Developed new features, including UI integration and API endpoints.

  • Implemented bug fixes across various devices and app builds.

  • Suggested app performance enhancements for a smoother user experience.

Senior React Native Developer - Spotlight Social App
Senior React Native Developer - Spotlight Social App
  • Developed new features and integrated API endpoints for dynamic data.

  • Reviewed React Native code before production, fixing bugs and enhancing performance and usability.

  • Contributed to new features and user experience.

React Native Developer - eCommerce Store App
React Native Developer - eCommerce Store App
  • Developed and launched a new store product app.

  • Implemented new features, fixed bugs, and improved app performance.

  • Identified and resolved critical performance issues through bug fixing.

Education

Master of Theoretical Physics
Master of Theoretical Physics
Yerevan State University (YSU)
2011 - 2013 (2 years)
Bachelor of Physics (Hons.)
Bachelor of Physics (Hons.)
Yerevan State University (YSU)
2007 - 2011 (4 years)