Software Development Engineer I (Mobile)

GM Financial

• $80K — $95K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience with React Native for mobile app development on both iOS and Android.
  • Strong skills in JavaScript/TypeScript and mobile architecture patterns.
  • Knowledgeable in state management libraries like Redux or MobX.
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs for backend integration.
  • Understanding of mobile UI/UX standards and performance optimization.
  • Proficient in secure coding practices for mobile applications.
  • Experience with Git and CI/CD processes.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new mobile features using React Native for iOS and Android.
  • Integrate with RESTful APIs for efficient data handling.
  • Participate in design meetings and code reviews to ensure quality.
  • Ensure mobile apps adhere to performance, security, and accessibility standards.
  • Collaborate with UI/UX and backend teams to refine requirements.
  • Troubleshoot issues across various devices and operating systems.
  • Write maintainable, well-tested code and improve development processes.

Benefits

  • Access to latest technologies in mobile development.
  • Opportunity for cross-team collaboration.
  • Support for career growth through continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Engagement in a strong Agile development environment.
  • Work with talented professionals in a dynamic setting.
Full 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.


Qualifications

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

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