Mobile Application Developer - iOS & Android

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Hybrid work model in Paarl

Training and professional development

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a skilled Mobile Application Developer to design, build, and maintain native apps for iOS and Android in a hybrid work setting. You will work with designers and backend engineers to deliver features from concept to deployment.

The role emphasizes performance, UX, and seamless data flows across devices, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic team that embraces new technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of native mobile app development for iOS and/or Android.
• Proficiency in Swift or Objective-C and Kotlin or Java.
• Experience with mobile SDKs, frameworks, and tools.
• Familiarity with Git and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test native mobile apps for iOS and Android.
• Collaborate with designers to implement intuitive interfaces.
• Integrate apps with backend services and APIs.
• Improve performance, memory usage, and battery life.
• Troubleshoot issues and deploy frequent updates to stores.
• Stay current with mobile development trends.

Skills

Native mobile development

Swift/Objective-C

Kotlin/Java

Xcode/Android Studio

Git & Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Mobile Application Developer to enhance their mobile offerings in Paarl . This hybrid role focuses on developing and maintaining native applications for both iOS and Android platforms. You will work on creating innovative features, optimizing performance, and ensuring a seamless user experience across a diverse range of mobile devices. Collaborating with designers and backend engineers, you will contribute to the entire mobile development lifecycle, from concept to deployment and ongoing support. This is an excellent opportunity to shape mobile products in a dynamic team environment that embraces new technologies and approaches.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test native mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms using Swift/Objective-C and Kotlin/Java.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement intuitive and engaging user interfaces that align with brand guidelines.
• Integrate mobile applications with backend services and APIs to ensure seamless data flow and functionality.
• Optimize application performance, memory usage, and battery consumption for a smooth user experience.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues, implement bug fixes, and deploy updates to app stores regularly.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile development trends, technologies, and best practices in Western Cape .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in native mobile application development (iOS and/or Android).
• Proficiency in Swift or Objective-C for iOS development, and Kotlin or Java for Android development.
• Experience with mobile development frameworks, SDKs, and relevant tools (e.g., Xcode, Android Studio).
• Understanding of mobile UI/UX design principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A collaborative team environment in Paarl .
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.