Mobile Developer (React Native) - Octopus by RTG - 7 months - Remote

About Octopus by RTG

Octopus by RTG is the tech hiring and outsourcing arm of Robusta Technology Group, dedicated to connecting exceptional tech talent with top-tier organizations across the MENA, GCC, Europe, the US, and Canada. We specialize in building strong, long-term partnerships between skilled professionals and innovative companies. Our mission is to empower growth, innovation, and excellence by matching the right talent with the right opportunities.

Job Overview

We are currently partnering with a strategic client in the UAE and are actively expanding their team. We are looking for a skilled Mobile Developer (React Native) to lead the technical development of a web portal project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain mobile applications using React Native
• Build reusable components and write clean, maintainable code
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement intuitive user interfaces
• Integrate APIs and third-party services
• Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team best practices
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of experience in mobile application development
• Strong experience with React Native and JavaScript (ES6+)
• Solid understanding of mobile development lifecycle
• Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations
• Familiarity with state management tools (e.g., Redux, Context API)
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Knowledge of iOS and Android platform guidelines
• Understanding of debugging and performance optimization techniques

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

• Experience with TypeScript
• Familiarity with native modules (Swift, Kotlin, or Java)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Published apps on the App Store or Google Play
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies