React Native Mobile Developer

Digital Factory, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Factory, Inc. is seeking a skilled mobile developer to build cross‑platform apps using React Native. You will deliver high‑quality experiences, write maintainable code, and integrate with REST APIs on iOS and Android.

The role requires 3+ years in mobile development, 2+ years with React Native, and a passion for innovative location-enabled features. Join a small, entrepreneurial team focused on delivering rapid product iterations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in computer science, software engineering, mobile app development, information technology, computer engineering, or related field.
• Equivalent professional experience, technical training, coding bootcamp, or demonstrated mobile development expertise may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 3+ years of professional mobile application development experience preferred.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with React Native preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing and deploying mobile applications for iOS and/or Android.
• Experience integrating REST APIs and backend services.
• Experience with Git and modern software development workflows.
• Experience with mobile application testing, debugging, and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop cross-platform mobile applications using React Native.
• Build responsive, intuitive, and high-quality mobile user experiences.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Integrate mobile applications with REST APIs and backend services.
• Implement location-based and geospatial functionality where applicable.
• Work with GPS, maps, geolocation, and location-aware services.
• Test, debug, and optimize applications across iOS and Android devices.
• Identify and resolve performance, usability, and technical issues.
• Collaborate with backend developers, frontend developers, product contributors, and company leadership.
• Participate in technical architecture and product discussions.
• Contribute to application security, reliability, and scalability.
• Assist with mobile application releases, updates, and ongoing maintenance.
• Stay current with React Native, mobile development frameworks, and emerging technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Passion for mobile technology and creating great user experiences.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a small, entrepreneurial environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to learn and experiment with new technologies.
• Ability to balance technical quality with speed and startup priorities.
• A portfolio of mobile applications or GitHub projects is highly desirable.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Software/IT or related field

Tools

React Native

Git

Job description

Reports to:Chief Innovation Officer,

WHO WE ARE

Our team's digital inventiveness and mobile location expertise createsbrand stories that produce results. We are seasoned professionals who haveworked in marketing, technology, mobile, and beyond. Our skills includeMicro-fencing, mobile strategy, data analytics, and more.

THIS POSITION WILL ENTAIL:

Key Responsibilities

• Develop cross-platform mobile applications using React Native.
• Build responsive, intuitive, and high-quality mobile user experiences.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Integrate mobile applications with REST APIs and backend services.
• Implement location-based and geospatial functionality where applicable.
• Work with GPS, maps, geolocation, and location-aware services.
• Test, debug, and optimize applications across iOS and Android devices.
• Identify and resolve performance, usability, and technical issues.
• Collaborate with backend developers, frontend developers, product contributors, and company leadership.
• Participate in technical architecture and product discussions.
• Contribute to application security, reliability, and scalability.
• Assist with mobile application releases, updates, and ongoing maintenance.
• Stay current with React Native, mobile development frameworks, and emerging technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Passion for mobile technology and creating great user experiences.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a small, entrepreneurial environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to learn and experiment with new technologies.
• Ability to balance technical quality with speed and startup priorities.
• A portfolio of mobile applications or GitHub projects is highly desirable.

DESIRED SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Mobile Application Development, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• Equivalent professional experience, technical training, coding bootcamp, or demonstrated mobile development expertise may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 3+ years of professional mobile application development experience preferred.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with React Native preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing and deploying mobile applications for iOS and/or Android.
• Experience integrating REST APIs and backend services.
• Experience with Git and modern software development workflows.
• Experience with mobile application testing, debugging, and performance optimization.