Software Development Engineer I (Mobile)

GM Financial; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GM Financial is seeking a React Native Mobile Developer to build high-quality apps for iOS and Android from a shared codebase. Collaborate with Product, UX, API SRE, and Architecture teams to deliver secure, scalable experiences aligned with business goals.

Responsibilities include developing features, integrating with RESTful APIs, code reviews, performance optimization, and CI/CD support. Strong JS/TS skills and mobile testing experience are valued for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience building mobile apps with React Native for iOS and Android.
• Strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills in mobile development.
• Familiarity with Redux or similar state management libraries.
• Experience integrating mobile apps with RESTful APIs.
• Understanding of UI/UX standards and performance optimization.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices for mobile apps.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD processes, and Agile development.
• Strong problem solving, debugging, and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field; commensurate experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Develop new mobile features and enhancements using React Native.
• Integrate apps with RESTful APIs for smooth data flows.
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and ensure code quality.
• Ensure performance, security, and accessibility of apps.
• Collaborate with UI/UX, backend, and product teams to refine requirements.
• Troubleshoot across devices, OS versions, and environments.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code and contribute to processes.
• Support CI/CD, mobile build pipelines, and release processes for both platforms.
• Stay current with industry trends, frameworks, and tooling.

Skills

React Native

JavaScript/TypeScript

State management

RESTful APIs

UI/UX standards

Secure coding

Git / CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS or related engineering

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

Detox

Appium

Jest

Azure

Job description

Responsibilities

About the role: The React Native Mobile Developer is responsible for building high‑quality, user‑focused mobile applications for both iOS and Android using a shared React Native codebase. This role partners with Product, UX, API SRE, and Architecture teams to deliver secure, scalable, and maintainable mobile experiences that support key business initiatives.

In This Role You Will

• Develop new mobile features and enhance existing ones using React Native for cross‑platform delivery.
• Integrate mobile applications with RESTful APIs to ensure smooth, performant data flow.
• Participate in design discussions, code reviews, and best‑practice alignment to maintain code quality and architectural consistency.
• Ensure mobile applications meet performance, security, and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX, backend engineering, and product teams to refine requirements and deliver user‑centric solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across devices, operating systems, and environments.
• Write clean, maintainable, well‑tested code and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.
• Support CI/CD, mobile build pipelines, and release processes for both platforms.
• Stay current with industry trends, frameworks, and tooling related to React Native and mobile engineering.

What makes you a dream candidate?

• Experience building mobile applications using React Native (iOS and Android).
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and mobile development patterns.
• Familiarity with state management libraries (Redux, Zustand, MobX, etc.).
• Experience with RESTful APIs and integrating mobile apps with backend services.
• Understanding of mobile UI/UX standards, navigation patterns, and performance optimization.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and mobile security considerations.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD, and Agile development methodologies.
• Strong problem‑solving, debugging, and communication skills.

Experience

• Experience in software development and test automation
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related Engineering field; and/or commensurate experience preferred
• Experience with React Native iOS/Android build tools (Xcode, Android Studio) preferred
• Experience with automated mobile testing tools (Detox, Appium, Jest) preferred
• Understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., Azure) and modern deployment practices preferred