Senior React Native Developer (with Native iOS/Android Experience)

Job Description

Experience Required: 5+ Years Domain: E-Commerce / AI / Consumer Mobile Apps About the Role We are looking for a Senior React Native Developer who brings in-depth experience across React Native , along with strong proficiency in native Android (Java/Kotlin) and iOS (Objective-C/Swift) . You will play a key role in architecting, building, and scaling high-performance mobile applications for our flagship product ? a next-gen social platform integrating AI, media streaming, and marketplace features. Key Responsibilities ? Lead the architecture, development, and maintenance of cross-platform mobile applications using React Native. ? Integrate native modules and write platform-specific code for performance-critical features. ? Own end-to-end feature delivery ? from concept to deployment and store submission. ? Collaborate with designers, backend engineers, AI teams, and QA to deliver seamless UX. ? Optimize performance for video/audio rendering, background uploads, animations, and push notifications. ? Maintain code quality , conduct code reviews, and mentor junior developers. ? Troubleshoot, debug, and profile applications using native tools and Flipper. ? Ensure smooth deployment and maintenance via CI/CD pipelines , OTA updates (CodePush), and crash reporting tools. ? Expected to work closely with AI-based tools and models, and proactively identify, debug, and resolve AI-related integration issues or inconsistencies at the source. Required Skills and Qualifications Mobile App Development ? 5+ years experience in React Native (including new architecture, Hermes, and Reanimated) ? Strong grasp of JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript ? Experience with major React Native libraries (Navigation, Camera, Video, Gesture Handler, etc.) ? Solid knowledge of mobile architecture patterns (MVC, MVVM, Redux, Context API) Native Development ? 2+ years hands-on experience in native iOS (Swift/Objective-C) and/or Android (Kotlin/Java) ? Familiar with native debugging, app lifecycle, memory/performance tuning ? Experience writing and integrating custom native modules for React Native Networking, APIs, and Storage ? Consuming REST/GraphQL APIs using Axios or Apollo ? Local storage and caching using AsyncStorage, SQLite, MMKV ? Media upload/download with background tasks and retry mechanisms Testing & Debugging ? Unit and integration testing with Jest , Detox , or similar tools ? Usage of Flipper, Chrome DevTools, and native debuggers Security & Authentication ? Integration with AWS Cognito , Firebase Auth, or OAuth providers ? Secure storage using Keychain/Encrypted Storage ? Experience in role-based access control (RBAC) and token handling DevOps & Deployment ? Experience with Fastlane , AppCenter, Bitrise, or GitHub Actions ? In-depth understanding of App Store & Play Store submission , store policies, and feedback loops Good to Have ? Experience with Stripe , In-App Purchases, or subscription workflows ? Familiarity with AI/ML API integration , especially for content moderation or recommendations ? Knowledge of analytics tools like Firebase, Mixpanel, or Segment ? Understanding of WCAG 2.1 , accessibility, and internationalization (i18n) Soft Skills ? Strong problem-solving and architectural thinking ? Clear communicator with ability to explain technical decisions ? Experience in agile environments (Scrum, Kanban) ? Team leadership, mentoring, and peer code review