Senior React Native Developer

Overview

Big Bear.ai is seeking a Senior React Native Developer to join our innovative and fast‑paced development team based in Ashburn, VA. In this critical role, you’ll lead the design and development of cutting‑edge mobile applications that support impactful, mission‑driven solutions. We're looking for a mobile expert with deep experience in React Native who thrives in collaborative environments and is passionate about delivering high‑quality, scalable software that makes a difference.

• Design and build scalable, high‑performance React Native components that elevate the mobile user experience.
• Engineer intuitive, responsive interfaces that meet modern UX expectations and industry best practices.
• Collaborate using modern tools like VS Code, Git Lab, and the Atlassian Suite for development, documentation, and issue tracking.
• Present and defend your solutions in both formal and informal design reviews alongside the Technical Lead.
• Document your designs in alignment with the Government’s system lifecycle methodology.
• Bridge the gap between React Native and native mobile code by interfacing with iOS and Android platforms.
• Write and maintain tests, including unit tests and end‑to‑end tests, using the team’s preferred frameworks.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily scrums and code reviews, to ensure continuous delivery and improvement.
• Mentor and support teammates, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence.
• Stay current with the latest React Native trends and updates, bringing fresh ideas and improvements to the team.

• Bachelor’s degree with 10–12 years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree with 8–10 years of experience.
• PhD with 5–7 years of experience.
• No degree? We value experience; 6 additional years of relevant work can substitute for a degree.

Must be eligible to obtain a federal government security clearance.

• Mobile Development Expertise:
  React Native, Native iOS, Native Android, Detox (for testing).
• Programming
  
  Languages:
  
  Type Script and JavaScript.
• Dev Ops & CI/CD:
  Skilled in building and debugging CI/CD pipelines for mobile platforms.
• State Management:
  Strong experience with Redux, Flux, or similar libraries.
• Backend Integration:
  Solid understanding of REST APIs and microservices architecture.
• Testing:
  Experience writing unit tests and end‑to‑end tests.

• Experience using RTK Query.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of other mobile development frameworks or platforms.
• Experience working in Agile teams, especially Scrum.

Big Bear.ai is a leading provider of AI‑powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Big Bear.ai’s predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission‑based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Big Bear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and follow Big Bear.ai

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Big Bear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer. All protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, are welcome to apply.