If you’re in the process of hiring React Native developers, you’ve probably run into many articles that say they’re in-demand or hard to find. But just how in-demand are they? And are they actually harder to find than your average web or mobile developer? In this guide, we’ll dive into the current state of the market, how to find and hire the best candidates for your company, and what you need to know about the process itself.
Do you know what React Native is all about?
React Native is an open-source mobile application development framework based on JavaScript and React.js. It allows developers to create native apps for Android and iOS using only JavaScript. So, what does it really mean for a company to hire React Native developers? Let’s take a look at some of its most important aspects.
Are you planning on outsourcing work or hiring in-house developers?
There are two primary ways of going about hiring React Native developers: outsourcing or hiring in-house. These two approaches have different advantages and disadvantages, but both need to be addressed if you’re serious about working with React Native.
How big is your budget for development, if any at all?
Depending on your budget, your project could be completed in anything from a few weeks to several months. The average React Native development time varies based on what you're looking for, but it usually doesn't take longer than 6 months, unless you have very specific or difficult requirements.
Who will be taking care of the development team, and how much are they involved in this process?
If you are taking care of hiring for your new or existing project, you want to know who will be managing your team and how much they’ll be involved in development. Depending on your level of technical expertise, it might not be worth it to hire a developer who can guide you through every step. Find out what their involvement will be so that you don’t waste time with a project manager that is bogged down by tech details and has no time for customer interaction.
Have you ever worked with developers before and do you have a good relationship with them (and they with you)?
There’s an often-quoted saying: You can attract more flies with honey than you can with vinegar. There’s a lot of truth to that. Hire React Native developers who have a good relationship with you and your team, not just because they are skillful but also because they will have higher levels of accountability and responsibility to deliver quality work.
Are you open to using cross-platform tools instead of native ones (for instance Xamarin or React Native Tools)?
When building apps for both Android and iOS, there are 2 main approaches. One is to use native mobile development tools for each platform (e.g. Objective-C / Swift or Java). While that allows you to leverage each platform’s uniqueness, it means that your team will need to be able to work with 2 different languages/tools, slowing down your product’s lifecycle.
Do you want native mobile apps or web apps converted into mobile apps (hybrid apps)?
Hiring a web developer to develop mobile apps is typically more cost-effective than hiring a dedicated mobile app development team. However, there are some performance and user experience trade-offs. If you have an existing website and want to build out a native app for your business, you may need to hire both a web developer and a mobile app development team.
