React Native Developer
iqbusiness South Africa
Cape Town, Western Cape
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Posted 20 January 2026

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Job Description


React Native Developer – Intermediate to Senior

Role Summary
As a React Native Developer, you will design, develop, and maintain cross-platform mobile applications that deliver seamless user experiences on both iOS and Android. You will work closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate business requirements into high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain cross-platform mobile applications using React Native

  • Collaborate with designers, product managers, and backend teams to implement features and UI/UX designs

  • Translate functional requirements and technical specifications into clean, efficient, and reusable code

  • Optimize app performance, responsiveness, and usability across devices

  • Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables

  • Maintain version control and CI/CD pipelines using Git, GitHub/GitLab, or similar tools

  • Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in mobile development

  • Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge-sharing within the team

  • Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve production issues in a timely manner

Requirements

  • 3–7 years of experience in mobile application development, preferably with React Native

  • Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and mobile development frameworks

  • Experience with native modules, RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and state management libraries (Redux, MobX, or Recoil)

  • Familiarity with iOS and Android development environments and deployment processes

  • Solid understanding of mobile performance optimization, debugging, and testing strategies

  • Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines

  • Knowledge of UI/UX principles and best practices in mobile design

  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments preferred