React Native Mobile Engineer — Cross-Platform & Maps

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

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.