Principal Software Engineer - Mobile Applications

We’re building the next generation of PepsiCo’s mobile applications that power our business and deliver modern digital capabilities to our frontline employees.

As a Principal Software Engineer (React Native), you’ll lead design and development of high-performing mobile apps, mentor other engineers, and help bring new digital capabilities (including AI) to life.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you’ll set the standard for mobile excellence at PepsiCo.

• Lead the architecture and hands-on development of mobile apps using React Native
• Partner with product managers, UX designers, and cloud engineers to deliver global solutions
• Establish best practices for coding, testing, and deployment
• Mentor engineers and guide technical decision-making across the team
• Explore and Adopt tools such as AI copilots and agents to streamline development and boost productivity.

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $106,400 - $178,100
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 12% of annual salary paid out annually
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan
• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
• 8+ years in software engineering, with experience building large-scale mobile applications
• 3+ years hands-on with React Native (TypeScript/JavaScript)
• Strong knowledge of iOS/Android app development, APIs, and app store workflows