React Native Developer

Our client is looking for a React Native Developer who thrives in a fast-paced, product-driven environment and is excited to work at the intersection of mobile development and applied AI.

As a React Native Developer you will be building a modern, AI-powered mobile inventory management application designed for veterinary clinics. This cross-platform app (iOS and Android) is developed using React Native (Expo SDK 54) and TypeScript, and incorporates advanced capabilities such as computer vision, BLE device integration, and offline-first data synchronization.

What You ll Do:

• Design, build, and ship high-quality mobile features across iOS and Android from a shared TypeScript codebase
• Develop camera-driven workflows, including video scanning, barcode/QR capture, and image-based product recognition
• Offline-first architecture with local caching (AsyncStorage) and background sync
• Integrate with backend services via REST APIs (BFF pattern) and third-party SDKs
• Work with integrations such as authentication (Auth0), AI vision APIs, and BLE label printers
• Manage and troubleshoot native build pipelines using Expo prebuild, Xcode archives, EAS Build, CocoaPods
• Collaborate with product and design teams to deliver intuitive, performant user experiences
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot) to accelerate development while maintaining high code quality

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience building and shipping mobile applications using React Native and/or Expo
• Proven experience delivering apps to both iOS and Android platforms
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript
• Hands-on experience with server-state management libraries (e.g., TanStack React Query or similar)
• Experience working with camera, media, or scanning APIs in mobile applications
• Familiarity with native tooling, including Xcode (signing, archiving, debugging) and Android Studio
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use AI coding assistants in a production workflow (beyond basic prompting)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience integrating AI/ML APIs, particularly vision-based models
• Familiarity with building or extending Expo native modules (Swift/Kotlin bridging)
• Experience with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) device communication
• Knowledge of OAuth2 / authentication flows (e.g., Auth0) in mobile environments
• Experience building offline-capable or sync-heavy applications

Salary/Rate: $50-$65/Hour (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week.

About The Company

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible

Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi Rebecca)

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

• Transcribe interviews
• Summarize candidate responses
• Generate job-related insights
• Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.

The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

• A technical interview
• A coding challenge
• A case study
• A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection:

Every candidate's profile including interviews, conversations, and assessments is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate:

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

Request a non-AI interview path

Ask how your data is being used

Request access to transcripts or interview recordings

Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview

Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment:

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We're committed to a hiring process that is:

• Transparent
• Compliant
• Equitable
• Powered by innovative technology that enhances not replaces human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We're excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.