Mobile Application Developer

PPFAS Mutual Fund; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PPFAS Mutual Fund is seeking a self-driven Mobile Application Developer to build and scale mobile apps for internal and external users. You will lead React Native development for Android and iOS, collaborate with backend and product teams, and drive architecture decisions to deliver high-quality, API-driven applications.

The role requires hands-on ownership of the mobile stack, strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills, and experience with RESTful APIs, Expo, and CI/CD.

Qualifications

• Experience building mobile apps with React Native for Android and iOS.
• Strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills and REST API integration.
• Familiarity with SDLC, Agile, and secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain mobile applications using React Native (Android & iOS).
• Drive end-to-end mobile application development lifecycle independently.
• Integrate mobile apps with backend systems (Laravel + MySQL APIs).
• Collaborate with backend, UI/UX, QA, and DevOps teams for seamless delivery.
• Optimize application performance, responsiveness, and user experience.

Skills

React Native

JavaScript / TypeScript

API Integration

State Management

Security

Architecture & SDLC

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field

React Native or mobile development certifications

Tools

Expo / React Native CLI

MySQL

Git

Redis (caching)

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a self-driven and hands-on Mobile Application Developer to build and scale mobile applications for both internal and external users. The role requires strong expertise in React Native, along with the ability to independently drive development, contribute to architecture decisions, and ensure high-quality delivery. The ideal candidate should be capable of working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with backend and product teams, and contributing towards building scalable, high-performance, and API-driven applications aligned with modern technology practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain mobile applications using React Native (Android & iOS)
• Drive end-to-end mobile application development lifecycle independently
• Integrate mobile apps with backend systems (Laravel + MySQL APIs)
• Collaborate with backend, UI/UX, QA, and DevOps teams for seamless delivery
• Optimize application performance, responsiveness, and user experience
• Follow best practices in coding standards, version control, and security
• Participate in architecture discussions focusing on scalability and performance
• Implement and integrate third-party APIs (KYC, OCR, Notifications, Payments, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with data security, audit, and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to process improvements, automation, and reusable components

Key Skills Required

• React Native (Android & iOS)
• JavaScript / TypeScript
• API Integration (RESTful services)
• Expo / React Native CLI
• MySQL understanding (basic query knowledge)
• Git version control

Advanced / Preferred

• State Management (Redux / Context API / Zustand)
• Firebase (push notifications, real-time updates)
• Knowledge of caching (Redis) and API performance optimization
• Understanding of microservices / API-first architecture
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, build & deployment
• Familiarity with mobile app security practices (OAuth, JWT)

Process & Domain

• Understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies
• Experience in BFSI / FinTech domain is preferred
• Exposure to onboarding journeys, KYC flows, or transactional systems is an advantage

Innovation Focus

• Ability to suggest improvements in app performance and scalability
• Exposure to automation, reusable components, and modular architecture
• Interest in integrating advanced technologies (AI APIs, OCR, analytics tools)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• Certifications in React Native or mobile development are a plus.