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React Native Developer jobs on OPT are a strong fit for F-1 students with mobile development experience, since most roles qualify as specialty occupations under STEM OPT's 24-month extension. Employers in this space are accustomed to sponsoring work authorization, and full-stack mobile skills tied to a computer science or software engineering degree make the case straightforward.
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Bee is looking for a passionate Android/React Native engineer to join our team, where we are pioneering ambient personal AI.
The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, bringing strong technical skills, a product-first mindset, and experience in delivering high-quality experiences quickly. You’ll need to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, collaborating closely with ML teams to build features that push the boundaries of personal AI. We’re seeking someone who’s innovative, communicates effectively, and excels in a fast-paced setting where simplicity and scalability are key to creating experiences users can’t live without.
Key job responsibilities
- Design, develop, and ship mobile app features, user flows, and UI components that integrate ambient AI capabilities
- Partner with product, design, and AI teams to create robust, maintainable features
- Drive improvements in code quality, maintainability, and app performance
- Mentor peers and elevate our mobile development standards
- Work with modern Android and React Native tools
A day in the life
This role offers a chance to shape the future of ambient personal AI at a pivotal moment. You’ll dive into prototyping new ideas, tackling complex integrations with AI models, and iterating quickly based on user feedback. Expect to collaborate across engineering, product, and design to solve real-time challenges in novel interfaces and identify opportunities for optimization. You’ll have access to new tools while enjoying the freedom to experiment in a lean, innovative team.
About the team
Our team is compact and high-velocity, focused on core experiences that make ambient AI seamless and intuitive. We prioritize ownership, data-driven decisions, and cross-team partnerships with audio ML, backend, and mobile groups to deliver polished, user-centric solutions. We’re all about learning fast, iterating boldly, and creating personal AI that feels effortless and transformative.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 4+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
- 4+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
- Experience shipping high-quality apps in Google Play Store
- Experience programming with TypeScript and Kotlin
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Experience building AI-first products
- Experience working with BLE peripherals
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
DESCRIPTION
Bee is looking for a passionate Android/React Native engineer to join our team, where we are pioneering ambient personal AI.
The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, bringing strong technical skills, a product-first mindset, and experience in delivering high-quality experiences quickly. You’ll need to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, collaborating closely with ML teams to build features that push the boundaries of personal AI. We’re seeking someone who’s innovative, communicates effectively, and excels in a fast-paced setting where simplicity and scalability are key to creating experiences users can’t live without.
Key job responsibilities
- Design, develop, and ship mobile app features, user flows, and UI components that integrate ambient AI capabilities
- Partner with product, design, and AI teams to create robust, maintainable features
- Drive improvements in code quality, maintainability, and app performance
- Mentor peers and elevate our mobile development standards
- Work with modern Android and React Native tools
A day in the life
This role offers a chance to shape the future of ambient personal AI at a pivotal moment. You’ll dive into prototyping new ideas, tackling complex integrations with AI models, and iterating quickly based on user feedback. Expect to collaborate across engineering, product, and design to solve real-time challenges in novel interfaces and identify opportunities for optimization. You’ll have access to new tools while enjoying the freedom to experiment in a lean, innovative team.
About the team
Our team is compact and high-velocity, focused on core experiences that make ambient AI seamless and intuitive. We prioritize ownership, data-driven decisions, and cross-team partnerships with audio ML, backend, and mobile groups to deliver polished, user-centric solutions. We’re all about learning fast, iterating boldly, and creating personal AI that feels effortless and transformative.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 4+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
- 4+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
- Experience shipping high-quality apps in Google Play Store
- Experience programming with TypeScript and Kotlin
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Experience building AI-first products
- Experience working with BLE peripherals
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a React Native Developer
Frame your degree as the qualification anchor
React Native roles typically require a computer science, software engineering, or information systems degree to qualify as a specialty occupation. Lead with your degree field when applying so employers can quickly confirm your OPT eligibility without back-and-forth.
Highlight cross-platform projects in your portfolio
Employers evaluating OPT candidates want proof you can ship production-ready apps. Include GitHub links to React Native projects that run on both iOS and Android, and note any app store deployments. Concrete output reduces hiring hesitation around sponsorship.
Confirm STEM OPT eligibility before applying
If your degree is in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field, you likely qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving employers up to three years before needing H-1B visa sponsorship. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before interviews.
Target startups and mid-size product companies
Smaller product-focused companies building mobile apps often have faster hiring decisions and more flexibility around OPT sponsorship than large enterprises. They hire React Native developers at earlier career stages and are more willing to invest in work authorization support.
Address OPT proactively, not defensively
Bring up your OPT status before the employer asks, and keep it brief: your current authorization timeline, your STEM extension eligibility, and your longer-term H-1B plan. Candidates who explain this clearly signal professionalism and reduce perceived sponsorship risk.
Demonstrate TypeScript and native module experience
React Native roles requiring TypeScript or native module integration are harder to fill, which gives OPT candidates more leverage. If you have experience bridging native iOS or Android code, highlight it explicitly. Specialized skills make the sponsorship conversation shorter.
React Native Developer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do React Native Developer jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Yes, in nearly all cases. React Native Developer roles are software engineering positions that fall under CIP codes tied to computer science, software engineering, and information systems, all of which qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your degree field determines eligibility, not the job title itself, so confirm your CIP code with your DSO before your OPT end date approaches.
How do I find React Native Developer jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters React Native Developer jobs by employers who sponsor work authorization. General job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness, which means a lot of wasted applications. Browsing on Migrate Mate lets you focus on roles where OPT is already an accepted qualification, not an obstacle to clear.
Can I work as a React Native Developer on day-one OPT before the STEM extension?
Yes. Standard OPT grants 12 months of work authorization after graduation, and React Native Developer roles qualify as practical training in a related field as long as your degree is in computer science, software engineering, or a similar discipline. You can begin working as soon as your EAD card is valid and your employment start date is reached.
What happens to my OPT if I get laid off from a React Native Developer role?
Standard OPT gives you 90 days of unemployment, while STEM OPT gives you 150 days total across the extension period. During that window you must actively search for a qualifying role. React Native is in consistent demand across mobile-first companies, so the gap is often shorter than students expect. Report any employment changes to your DSO promptly to stay in status.
Do employers typically sponsor H-1B after hiring a React Native Developer on OPT?
Many do, but it depends on the employer. Companies that hire OPT students into engineering roles are usually aware of the H-1B process and budget for it. React Native developers are consistently in demand in mobile product teams, which makes employers more willing to invest in long-term sponsorship. Ask directly during the offer stage whether the company sponsors H-1B for software engineering roles.