Lead Mobile App Developer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Lead Mobile App Developer to guide our mobile development efforts. You will oversee design, development, and deployment of high-quality iOS and Android apps, lead a team of developers, and shape technical strategy to enhance user experiences.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with product, design and backend teams, and stay ahead of mobile technology trends to influence our product roadmap in Gauteng. A hybrid work model is offered in Sandton.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, SE, or related field.
• 7+ years mobile app development experience, 3+ years in leadership.
• Expertise in native iOS/Android development (Swift/Obj-C, Kotlin/Java).
• Experience with React Native or Flutter is a plus.
• Strong UI/UX sense and app store submission knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full mobile app development lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Architect and deliver scalable native apps for iOS and Android.
• Mentor junior developers and promote best practices.
• Collaborate with product, design, and backend teams to define features.
• Ensure performance, quality, and timely delivery of apps.
• Stay abreast of mobile tech trends and innovations.

Skills

Leadership

Mobile development

Team mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Swift

Objective-C

Kotlin

Java

React Native

Flutter

UI/UX awareness

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Lead Mobile App Developer to guide their mobile development efforts in Sandton . This senior role will involve overseeing the design, development, and deployment of high-quality mobile applications across iOS and Android platforms. You will lead a team of talented developers, define technical strategies, and ensure the delivery of exceptional user experiences. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced mobile development leader to make a significant impact on our product roadmap and contribute to the growth of our IT and Software division in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the entire mobile application development lifecycle, from concept to launch and ongoing maintenance.
• Architect and develop robust, scalable, and high-performance mobile applications for iOS and Android .
• Mentor and guide junior mobile developers, fostering best practices and code quality.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define app features and user experiences.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Stay updated with the latest mobile technology trends and advancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of mobile app development experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in native mobile development (Swift/Objective-C for iOS, Kotlin/Java for Android).
• Experience with cross-platform frameworks like React Native or Flutter is a plus.
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX design principles and app store submission processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development, conferences, and continued education.
• A hybrid work model providing a blend of in-office and remote flexibility in Sandton.
• Be part of a leading-edge company shaping the future of mobile technology.
• A dynamic and collaborative team environment with significant growth potential.