Front-End Engineer (React Native / Expo)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Front-End Engineer (React Native / Expo) based in the United States.

Join a dynamic product-focused environment where you will play a key role in building and enhancing modern web and mobile experiences. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-visibility Progressive Web Application used to deliver engaging user-facing features and seamless digital experiences. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and backend engineers to bring innovative solutions to life. The role combines hands-on development with architectural input, allowing you to influence technical decisions while delivering scalable and performant applications. Ideal for engineers who thrive in fast-paced settings, this opportunity provides meaningful ownership, technical challenges, and the chance to shape products used by a growing audience.

• Build, enhance, and maintain a React Native and Expo-based Progressive Web Application (PWA).
• Develop responsive, intuitive, and visually engaging user interfaces based on approved product and design specifications.
• Integrate front-end functionality with GraphQL APIs and backend services to support seamless user experiences.
• Implement secure authentication and authorization workflows using AWS Cognito.
• Develop and maintain features related to event discovery, search, calendars, user profiles, and membership management.
• Design and implement effective client-side state management and local data storage solutions.
• Collaborate closely with product, design, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality application features.
• Perform testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and production readiness activities to ensure reliability.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and usability across web and mobile platforms.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and front-end architecture planning.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in Front-End Engineering.
• Strong hands-on expertise with React, React Native, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Proven experience building and deploying applications using Expo.
• Experience developing and maintaining Progressive Web Applications (PWAs).
• Solid understanding of GraphQL and experience integrating complex API-driven applications.
• Experience implementing authentication and authorization systems in modern applications.
• Strong knowledge of front-end architecture principles, application design patterns, and state management solutions.
• Experience building data-intensive applications with multiple service integrations.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced product development environments.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience with AWS Amplify is a plus.
• Familiarity with AWS Cognito and AWS AppSync is highly desirable.
• Experience developing membership, ticketing, booking, scheduling, marketplace, or similar customer-facing platforms is advantageous.
• Previous startup or early-stage product development experience is a plus.
• Experience optimizing application performance across both web and mobile environments is preferred.

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.
• Initial 8-week contract engagement with a strong possibility of extension.
• Competitive compensation of up to $80/hour on W2 or up to $88/hour on 1099.
• Opportunity to work on modern technologies including React Native, Expo, GraphQL, and AWS services.
• Collaborative and cross-functional team environment.
• High-impact role with significant ownership and technical influence.
• Exposure to innovative product development and scalable application architecture.
• Flexible remote work arrangement supporting work-life balance.