Fullstack React Native Developer
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
The Role
TuneCore Engineering builds the web and mobile applications that power the worlds leading music distribution platform for independent artists. Were looking for a Fullstack React Native Developer to help build our next-generation mobile experience someone equally comfortable shipping polished React Native features and building the Rails APIs that power them.
This is a senior-level role: youll own significant technical scope set direction on mobile architecture and practices and mentor other engineers while staying hands-on in the codebase.
What Youll Do
Design build and maintain cross-platform mobile applications using React Native for iOS and Android from a single codebase
Build and maintain the Rails API endpoints that power the mobile app request/response contracts background jobs and data models the client depends on
Work closely with product design and backend engineers to translate designs and wireframes into high-quality reusable code across the full stack
Integrate RESTful APIs and third-party SDKs; optimize app performance responsiveness and stability
Write unit and integration tests and help shape our mobile testing strategy as we build out React Native end-to-end coverage
Debug and resolve platform-specific issues including native modules and bridging
Manage app store submissions and release processes for both the App Store and Google Play
Stay current with the React Native ecosystem and mobile best practices and bring relevant updates back to the team
Uphold TuneCores core mission vision and values in the code you ship and the decisions you make
Leadership Expectations
Provide technical leadership on mobile architecture decisions balancing durability and scalability against delivery speed
Set and evolve coding standards and best practices for the mobile codebase
Give effective constructive code review feedback to other engineers
Mentor and guide engineers on the team in both technical growth and career development
Research and recommend new tools and technologies where theyd meaningfully improve the teams output
Qualifications :
Skills and Attributes
6 years of experience writing production code including 3 years building and shipping mobile applications
Strong proficiency in React / React Native and in JavaScript/TypeScript
Demonstrated fluency with Ruby on Rails in production building and maintaining API-only Rails services not just a web framework of some kind
Familiarity with state management approaches (we currently use React Query and Context API)
Experience with Git CI/CD pipelines and mobile release workflows
Understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and platform guidelines (Apple HIG Material Design)
Experience with REST APIs and async data handling; GraphQL a plus
Experience with native iOS (Swift/Objective-C) or Android (Kotlin/Java) a plus but not required
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
Additional Information :
Salary Transparency
TuneCore is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position is $120000-$135000. The final salary offer will be determined by a variety of factors including the candidates relevant experience specialized skills internal equity and specific work location. This range represents our good faith estimate at the time of posting.
Where youll be
This role will be remote. TuneCore operates on a hybrid model giving our teams flexibility and choice in how they work. Employees have the option to work from our office 8 days per month on a flexible schedule organized at the department level.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Our Values:
TuneCore is a team of creators for creators. Our mission is to support our artists and labels at every stage of their careers. Our driving forces are fairness expertise respect and transparency. As global citizens we believe that if we build more diverse equitable and inclusive teams across our company we will collectively create and offer more innovative solutions and better serve our artists labels partners and employees.
We strive to build a company that reflects the communities we serve and embraces the diversity of the world we live in where each persons unique perspective is valued and where everyone has the same opportunities and is supported in their personal and professional growth. From our hiring practices to the culture we create and nurture we are committed to listening learning and evolving. Our goal is to make TuneCore an inspirational place that feels comfortable and familiar no matter how you look where you call home who you love what you believe or whats on your playlist.
CSR Strategy: Shaping Music for Good
Our core values are put into action through Shaping Music for Good Believe and TuneCores global corporate social responsibility strategy integrated at all levels of the company and at the heart of our business model.
We strive to shape the music industry for good by building trusting relationships with artists and partners investing in the growth and talent development of our local markets and empowering our community to positively impact society. We work to achieve progress on our core priorities: gender equity diversity equity & inclusion environmental sustainability and wellness for our employees artists and industry partners.
Shapers Program
Employees have the opportunity to join the Shapers Program a resource group made up of teammates who want to dedicate their time and skills to Shaping Music For Good initiatives. Shapers develop action plans educate teammates support the implementation of programs and inspire action within the organization on causes and issues that align with TuneCore and Believes SMFG priorities.
Inclusion in the Music Business Report
In 2025 Believe and TuneCore partnered with the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative the worlds leading think tank studying diversity and inclusion in the entertainment industry to produce the second Inclusion in the Music Business report which analyzes the gender race and ethnicity among executive leadership in the music industry.
Recognition and Awards:
Fast Companys 10 Most Innovative Companies in Music list (2023-2025)
Crains Best Places to Work in NYC (2022-2024)
Benefits & Perks:
At TuneCore were committed to the well-being of our employees and aim to create a workplace that fosters both personal and professional growth. Our inclusive benefits include but are not limited to:
Paid Time Off including vacation holidays paid bereavement unlimited paid sick days and company-wide week off between Christmas and New Yearsevery employee needs time to take care of themselves and their family.
Wellness Fridays year-round (close at 1pm on Fridays)
Universal Paid Parental Leave for both parents - because we know your newest family member(s) deserve your undivided attention.
Comprehensive health vision dental FSA and dependent care from day 1 of employment - your health comes first.
401k match - an investment in your future.
Company wide events outings and volunteer days we have team spirit and know how to have fun!
Hybrid Work - employees have the option to work primarily remotely and work from the office 8 days per month on a flexible schedule organized at the department level in accordance with Company policies.
Learning and development opportunities and career development training we believe in promoting and growing our leadership from within the company and proactively invest in our people.
Free distribution subscription for employees so you can experience the magic of releasing music worldwide (and give us valuable feedback!).
TuneCore and Believe are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Believe is one of the worlds leading digital music companies. Believes mission is to develop independent artists and labels in the digital world by providing them the solutions they need to grow their audience at each stage of their career and development. Believes passionate team ... View more