React Native Developer

Colossus Recruitment Ltd; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working hours

Career development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Colossus Recruitment Ltd is seeking a React Native Developer to build and enhance mobile apps using React Native and Expo, with contributions to web apps in React/Next.js. The role involves releasing apps to the Apple App Store and Google Play and collaborating with back-end and other engineers to deliver polished user experiences.

You will work in a hybrid setup, with one day per week in the office, and participate in an agile development team focused on high-quality, scalable software.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial React Native experience.
• Experience releasing apps to Apple App Store and Google Play.
• Strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills and modern React (Hooks).
• Experience with state management (Redux).
• HTML, CSS and responsive web development knowledge.
• Experience integrating REST APIs and working with Git.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain features in React Native (Expo) mobile apps.
• Contribute to React and Next.js web applications.
• Support app releases to Apple App Store and Google Play.
• Integrate front-end with REST APIs and troubleshoot issues.
• Write and maintain automated tests and participate in code reviews.

Skills

React Native

Expo

JavaScript

TypeScript

Redux

REST APIs

Git

HTML/CSS

Hooks

Job description

React Native Developer - React Native, React.js Typescript (Mobile Apps) Hybrid Working 1 day per week in the office

Build Mobile Apps Used by Thousands

We're looking for a talented React Native Developer to join a growing development team, helping to create and enhance innovative mobile and web applications. This is an excellent opportunity for a developer who enjoys building high-quality products, working across both mobile and web platforms, and contributing to the full development lifecycle.

You'll play a key role in delivering features for React Native mobile applications, supporting releases to the App Store and Google Play, and collaborating closely with back-end developers and fellow engineers to create exceptional user experiences.

The Role

As a React Native Developer, you will:

• Develop and maintain features within React Native (Expo) mobile applications.
• Contribute to React and Next.js web applications.
• Support the preparation and release of applications to both Apple App Store and Google Play.
• Integrate front-end applications with REST APIs.
• Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve bugs and application issues.
• Write and maintain automated tests.
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning and effort estimation.
• Assist in maintaining and upgrading frameworks, libraries and dependencies.
• Work collaboratively within an agile development team.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years' commercial experience developing with React Native.
• Proven experience working on applications released to both App Store and Google Play.
• Strong experience using Expo.
• Excellent JavaScript and modern React knowledge, including Hooks.
• Working knowledge of TypeScript.
• Experience with state management tools such as Redux.
• Strong HTML, CSS and responsive web development skills.
• Experience integrating and consuming REST APIs.
• Proficient with Git and modern source control workflows.
• A collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn, receive feedback and develop new skills.

Desirable Experience

Any of the following would be advantageous:

• Next.js or other React-based web frameworks.
• Tailwind CSS.
• Expo Application Services (EAS Build).
• Over-the-Air (OTA) updates.
• Experience working with maps, location services, camera integrations or push notifications.
• Testing frameworks such as Jest or Playwright.
• Monitoring tools such as Sentry.
• Exposure to PHP or Laravel.
• Experience working within Agile teams using Jira.
• Experience leveraging AI tools to improve development, testing and productivity.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to work on modern mobile and web applications.
• Exposure to the latest React Native and web technologies.
• Collaborative and supportive engineering culture.
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Flexible working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.