What are the responsibilities and job description for the React Native Developer position at TEGNA?
Tens of millions of Americans engage with TEGNA’s digital products every month and the Development team is responsible for building and maintaining all our digital platforms. Our team builds user facing websites, mobile apps, OOT apps, and custom editorial tools. And while TEGNA is a large, publicly traded company, our development team runs nimble and lean – more like a startup. We are a fun group of professionals who enjoy getting things done.
We are looking for a React Native developer to join our team. You will play an integral role in the development and improvement of our mobile application. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, enthusiastic team player who will enjoy problem solving while working with the latest technologies.
This is a full-time remote position.
Responsibilities:
• Build and maintain our mobile application using React Native
• Work with other developers, designers, and product/business managers to develop new features consistent with product roadmap while following all coding standards.
• Review development work of other developers or be called on as a resource to investigate and resolve product issues.
• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code.
• Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to these problems.
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization.
• Learn and absorb new technologies quickly.
• Be a strong team player and rapidly adapt to changing business and customer demands.
Job Requirements:
Requirements:
• Proven experience building mobile/web applications.
• Experience releasing apps into App Store/Google Play
• Strong knowledge of TypeScript
• Experience with React Native
• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs
• Java and Swift experience considered a plus, but not required.
• Strong understanding of the Android or iOS ecosystem and their guidelines for app development
• Experience debugging and troubleshooting mobile applications.
• Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git
• Teamwork skills with a problem-solving attitude
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit
TEGNA requires all employees to be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations.
