React Native Software Engineer

React Native Software Engineer

Remote (Must be UK-based with Right to Work in the UK) or Sheffield (Hybrid)

Salary: 45000 - 50000

We are looking for a Software Engineer (React Native) to help us deliver delightful engaging mobile experiences for our student and renter audience. This role goes beyond building apps its about creating a mobile journey that grows in value the longer a user stays with us from their first rental through to sharer living and beyond.

Youll work closely with product design and our full stack teams to:

• Build apps that feel smooth reliable and engaging.
• Enable A/B testing and experimentation to iterate quickly and optimise user experience.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines tailored to mobile applications ensuring faster delivery with confidence.
• Incorporate analytics marketing and engagement features that drive retention and growth.
• This is an opportunity to shape not only the app itself but also how we deliver mobile experiences as a business.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and build React Native applications with offline-first capabilities and GraphQL integration.
• Implement A/B testing frameworks to drive data-informed improvements.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines for mobile (build test deploy to app stores).
• Collaborate with product and design to create delightful user-focused experiences.
• Build end-to-end test automation using Detox or Maestro.
• Incorporate deep-linking push notifications marketing SDKs and analytics into mobile apps.
• Document best practices and support iterative development cycles.

Skills and experience:

• Proven track record of delivering React Native mobile applications into production.
• Strong focus on building engaging and delightful user experiences with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with iterative development and experimentation (A/B testing feature flags rapid releases).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines for mobile (e.g. Fastlane App Center Bitrise or equivalent).
• Knowledge of offline-first architecture and GraphQL integrations.
• Familiarity with Detox or Maestro for automated mobile testing.
• Strong collaboration skills across product design and fullstack teams.

• Experience developing or integrating native plugins (iOS/Android) within React Native.
• Familiarity with app store deployment release management and OTA (over-the-air) updates.
• Background in growth and engagement analytics (Firebase Segment Amplitude etc.).
• Understanding of modular architecture patterns for mobile apps.
• Strong documentation and communication skills to help define and share mobile strategy.

About us:

At UniHomes were on a mission to transform the entire student rental experience across the UK. As the market-leading student accommodation advertising platform and utility management service provider we make finding and securing all-inclusive student accommodation simple seamless and stress-free.

Were not just another platform. UniHomes is developing innovative technology to deliver one go-to destination that supports the entire student rental journey. With an unwavering focus on our students partner letting agents operators and suppliers we continually evolve and enhance our products and services to exceed expectations while tackling market complexity with ease and transparency.

Since launching in 2015 weve experienced rapid growth. Today we operate in 60 cities partner with 1000 agents and operators and are backed by Macquarie Capital and LDC. Our success has been recognised with accolades from EY Entrepreneur of the Year Deloitte UK Technology Fast 50 The Negotiator Awards and Great Place to Work certification.

Our 140 strong team is based in the heart of Sheffield City Centre where were driving innovation expanding into new markets and fostering a culture built on collaboration creativity and growth.

If youre ready to make a meaningful impact and help redefine how students find their perfect home now is the time to join UniHomes. Be part of a team thats opening new doors to better experiences brighter ideas and stress-free living.


We are a team driven and united by our core values:

• Lead the Way
• In it Together
• Customers Matter
• Keep it Simple
• Rise Above Challenges
• Make it Happen

What do you get when you work here

With people and culture at the heart of our organisation we are continually enhancing our employee offer and culture. We are incredibly proud to have been officially certified as a Great Place to Work (GPTW) and an accredited Living Wage employer - all our employees earn a fair living wage above the government minimum wage.

Our impressive benefits package and perks comprise: holidays length of service days voluntary day enhanced pension scheme pension salary sacrifice scheme healthcare scheme Employee Assistant Programme sick pay enhanced maternity & paternity pay career progression a commitment to personal and professional development employee of the month award refer a friend scheme staff discounts mental health and financial support and company social events.

When you do occasionally visit our stunning state-of-the-art office in Sheffield you will be treated to complimentary breakfast hot & cold drinks snacks pool table and company social events.

At UniHomes we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and which values individuals for their unique perspectives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age disability gender reassignment marriage and civil partnership pregnancy and maternity race religion or belief sex or sexual orientation.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to make the recruitment process more accessible to you.

Applicants must already have the permanent and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to offer visa sponsorship as we do not hold a sponsor licence.

We want to hear your unique voice in your application. We love AI but relying on it solely to write your cover letter and answer the application questions is a missed opportunity to showcase the originality and personality that will make you stand out. Show us the real you.

We do not accept CV submissions from recruitment agencies. Direct applications from individual candidates are encouraged. Thank you for your understanding.