Mattermark Studios
Job Title: ReactJs and React Native Developer
About Mattermark Studios: Mattermark Studios is a US-based company that provides a professionally managed software team that solves hard problems and builds amazing applications.
Our mission is simple: make technology an asset for your business, not an obstacle. If we don’t think we can make a meaningful contribution, we won’t take your business. It’s our conviction software is there to help you grow. And because we’re partners, we only grow when you do.
Job Description: We are looking for a great fulltime JavaScript developer who is proficient with React.js and React Native to work with our team in Nairobi, Kenya.
Your primary focus as a front-end developer will be on developing web and mobile applications (React/Native/Redux).
We’re looking for a dynamic individual who can build well-designed, performant and effective front-end web applications that support complex business rules/flows.
Responsibilities
- Drive front end architectural decisions to develop a maintainable and reliable set of edge applications
- Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use
- Translating designs and wireframes into high-quality code
- Optimizing components for maximum performance across a vast array of web-capable devices and browsers
- Build functionality to interface with backend data sources
- Provide constant feedback on pull requests to increase code quality
- Be able to work as a team with other fellow developers
Skills
- Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
- Strong understanding and working experience with Modern JavaScript features such as ES6, ES7 & ES8
- Thorough understanding of React.js and React Native and there core principles
- Experience building modular JavaScript applications with React and Redux
- Understands Test-Driven Development and has experience creating Javascript-based test coverage
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs and it’s a plus to be familiar with GraphQL language and framework such as Apollo, Relay.js
- Experience with MySQL and PostGres database a plus or other relational database technologies
- Strong understanding and working experience with Sass, Less, or PostCSS
- Familiarity with code versioning using Git
- Experience with AWS hosting and architectures is a plus
- Familiarity with Agile Development Process – Kanban
How to Apply
To apply, please send an email with an updated CV attached to hassan@mattermark.us
Note: applicants who have a knowledge and at least built a mobile app with React Native with a link to a public GitHub, Gitlab or bitbucket repo will be the only ones who will be contacted.