React Native Developer

As a Senior Software Engineer - II, you will be responsible for architecting, developing, and maintaining complex React Native applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality mobile solutions that serve millions of users across iOS and Android platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Architecture

• Design and develop scalable React Native applications with clean, maintainable code
• Architect mobile solutions that work seamlessly across iOS and Android platforms
• Implement complex UI components and animations using React Native's ecosystem
• Build reusable components and libraries for team-wide adoption
• Optimize application performance, memory usage, and battery efficiency

Technical Leadership

• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews
• Establish and maintain coding standards and best practices
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers
• Drive technical decisions and contribute to architectural discussions
• Lead technical initiatives and feature development

Platform Integration

• Integrate native iOS and Android services and APIs
• Manage app store submissions and certification processes
• Work with platform-specific features and capabilities
• Ensure compliance with App Store and Google Play guidelines

Required Technical Skills

Core Technologies

• React Native: 4+ years of production experience
• JavaScript/TypeScript: Expert-level proficiency with ES6+ features
• React: Deep understanding of React ecosystem, hooks, and component lifecycle
• Mobile Development: Strong foundation in iOS and Android development principles

Build & Deployment

• Expo: Extensive experience with Expo CLI, EAS (Expo Application Services)
• EAS Build: Proficiency in configuring and managing cloud builds
• EAS Submit: Experience with automated app store submissions
• App Store Connect: iOS app certification, TestFlight distribution, and release management
• Google Play Console: Android app publishing and release management

State Management

• Zustand: Experience with lightweight state management
• Redux/Redux Toolkit: Proficiency in complex state management patterns
• MobX: Understanding of reactive state management
• Context API: React's built-in state management solutions
• Async state management: Handling API calls, caching, and data synchronization

UI Development & Animations

• React Native Reanimated: Advanced animations and gesture handling
• Tamagui: Experience with universal design systems
• Gluestack UI: Component library implementation
• Lottie: Complex animation integration
• Custom animations: Performance-optimized animations and transitions
• Responsive design: Adaptive layouts across different screen sizes

Platform Services

• iOS Services: Push notifications, In-App Purchases
• Android Services: Firebase integration
• Native modules: Creating and maintaining platform-specific code
• Deep linking: Universal links and custom URL schemes

Preferred Qualifications

Technical Expertise

• Experience with over-the-air updates
• Knowledge of React Native's New Architecture (Fabric/TurboModules)
• Familiarity with React Native performance profiling tools
• Experience with automated testing (Jest, Detox)
• Understanding of React Native debugging tools (Flipper, React DevTools)

Development Tools

• Version Control: Git, GitHub/GitLab workflows
• CI/CD: GitHub Actions, Bitrise, or similar platforms
• Monitoring: Sentry, Bugsnag, or Crashlytics integration
• Analytics: Firebase Analytics, Amplitude, or similar tools
• Performance: Profiling tools and optimization techniques

Additional Skills

• Experience with monorepo management (Nx, Lerna, or Yarn workspaces)
• Knowledge of React Native Web for code sharing
• Familiarity with GraphQL and REST API integration
• Understanding of mobile security best practices
• Experience with accessibility standards and implementation

Experience Requirements

• 4+ years of React Native development in production environments
• 2+ years in a senior developer role
• Proven track record of shipping mobile apps to App Store and Google Play
• Experience with applications serving 30-40K+ users

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, agile development environments
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
• Passion for mobile technologies and user experience