Mobile Application Developer

Hybrid: Markham, Ontario Job Description: Job Summary We’re seeking a talented Mobile Application Developer specializing in React Native to build, maintain and evolve our mobile applications for iOS and Android. You’ll work closely with product, design and backend teams to deliver a high-quality mobile experience and help us bring our consumer/pet retail platform to the next level. Salary Range: $105,000-$120,000 Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain mobile applications using React Native for both iOS and Android. Translate wireframes and designs into high-quality, performant mobile apps. Build reusable mobile UI components and libraries for future use. Integrate with backend services and RESTful APIs. Optimize application performance, responsiveness, and user experience across devices. Write clean, maintainable code and unit/integration tests; participate in code reviews. Work in an Agile environment: estimate tasks, plan sprints, collaborate with cross-functional teams. Assist with app store submissions, versioning, and deployment processes (Google Play & Apple App Store). Stay up to date with latest mobile development trends, technologies, and best practices. Required Qualifications / Skills Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering or equivalent experience (or relevant experience). 5+ years of mobile development, including architectural decisions, mentoring, team collaboration and system design. Proven experience developing mobile apps using React Native. Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+); experience with TypeScript is a plus. Familiarity with mobile platforms: iOS/Android build tools (Xcode, Gradle/Android Studio). Experience integrating RESTful APIs, understanding mobile data models, offline storage/caching strategies. Knowledge of mobile UI/UX best practices and constraints (device performance, memory, battery). Experience with version control systems (Git) and basic CI/CD knowledge. Good problem-solving skills, strong communication and ability to collaborate across teams. Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience with state-management libraries (Redux, MobX, Context API). Experience publishing mobile apps in App Store / Play Store. Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, React Native Testing Library, Detox). Familiarity with native development (Swift/Objective-C for iOS, Kotlin/Java for Android). Experience working in retail, e-commerce or consumer-facing mobile apps. Familiarity with analytics, crash reporting tools, mobile performance monitoring and logging. This posting is for an existing vacancy. As part of the application process, AI may be used to assist with screening, or assessing job applicants . We believe in investing in the development of our people and have an industry-leading promotion rate. Our mission is to offer the highest quality products at a great value to improve the quality of life for all pets and pet owners. For more jobs within Pet Valu Canada, Inc. please click here.