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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Remote Senior React/ React Native Developer (6-month FTC) - **Company:** Mindful Chef - **Location:** Chester, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Android Software Development, User Authentication, Software Quality, Mobile Application Software, Next.js, TypeScript, Web Applications, Network Routers, Tailwind, ReactJS, Backend, Heroku, Playwright, React Native, Front End Software Development, JestJS - **Published:** June 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/remote-senior-react-react-native-developer-6-month-ftc-chester-cheshire/2843898174-2/ ## About the Role * Confident with Next.js and React, able to work with existing code and build new features from scratch * Experienced with React Native and Expo for iOS/Android development * Comfortable communicating with non-technical people about technical requirements and project timelines * Experienced with TypeScript and modern frontend development practices * Someone who takes ownership - you'll be the go-to person for both web and mobile platforms * Pragmatic about getting things done, whether that's fixing bugs or shipping new features * Familiar with Heroku deployments and managing production applications * A problem-solver who enjoys working with existing codebases and making them better ## Description We need a skilled React developer to take complete ownership of an existing branded web application and mobile app ecosystem. This is a hands-on role where you'll be responsible for maintaining and enhancing both a production Next.js web application and an Expo-based iOS/Android mobile app, both connecting to a Rails API backend. You'll be stepping into well-structured codebases with modern tooling already in place, but you need to be confident enough to make them your own., * Work with the team to understand the project's needs and prioritize feature development across web and mobile * Maintain and enhance the integration between the frontends and Rails API backend * Deploy web updates to Heroku and manage mobile app releases through app stores * Write tests using the existing testing setups (Vitest/Playwright for web, Jest for mobile) * Handle communication, including progress updates and technical explanations * Identify and implement improvements to performance, user experience, and code quality across platforms What you'll be working with * Web: Next.js 15 with TypeScript and Tailwind CSS * Mobile: Expo with React Native, NativeWind (Tailwind for RN), and Expo Router * Shared: XState for state management, same Rails API backend * Authentication system using NextAuth.js (web) and Expo SecureStore (mobile) * Testing suites: Vitest/Playwright (web), Jest (mobile) * Deployment: Heroku (web), EAS Build for app stores (mobile) * Modern tooling and shared utilities across platforms This isn't a greenfield project - you're inheriting applications that work, but need someone to take them forward. 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