React Native Developer

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Knutsford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology staffing firm is looking for a seasoned React Native Developer to build modern applications. In this hands-on role, you will work with Java and React Native, focusing on high-quality code and performance. Responsibilities include designing RESTful APIs and contributing to CI/CD pipelines within an Agile team. Candidates should have over five years of experience in both React Native and Java development and be adept at TDD and automated testing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience developing React Native (Web) applications in a production environment.
• 5+ years' experience with Java development.
• Strong experience in RESTful API design and development.
• Hands-on experience with TDD and automated testing practices.
• Proven experience working in Agile / Scrum delivery environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain React Native (Web) applications.
• Build and support Java-based backend services.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs.
• Apply TDD principles across frontend and backend components.
• Write and maintain unit tests to ensure high code quality.

Skills

React Native (Web)

Java

RESTful API design and development

Test-Driven Development (TDD)

GitLab

OpenAPI / YAML specifications

Agile / Scrum

Tools

SonarQube

Veracode

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Role: React Native Developer

Location: Knutsford (Hybrid)

Duration: 6 Months

Day rate: £430 Umbrella Only

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a delivery-focused engineering team building modern, scalable applications using React Native (Web) and Java. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong full‑stack development capability, disciplined engineering practices, and experience working in Agile environments.

The role involves contributing across the full software development lifecycle, from design and development through testing, deployment, and ongoing support, with a strong emphasis on code quality, security, and automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain React Native (Web) applications with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Build and support Java‑based backend services for enterprise‑scale applications
• Design and implement RESTful APIs, including documentation using OpenAPI Specification (OAS) / YAML
• Apply Test‑Driven Development (TDD) principles across frontend and backend components
• Write and maintain unit tests to ensure high levels of code quality and coverage
• Contribute to and support CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
• Ensure code quality, maintainability, and security using tools such as SonarQube and Veracode
• Work collaboratively within Agile teams, participating in ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand‑ups, and retrospectives
• Maintain clear and accurate technical documentation using Confluence
• Track and manage development work using Jira

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years' experience developing React Native (Web) applications in a production environment
• 5+ years' experience with Java development
• Strong experience in RESTful API design and development
• Hands‑on experience with TDD and automated testing practices
• Solid experience with GitLab, including CI/CD pipelines
• Experience producing and maintaining OpenAPI (OAS) / YAML specifications
• Strong understanding of unit testing frameworks and best practices
• Proven experience working in Agile / Scrum delivery environments