Lead Mobile App Developer (iOS & Android)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Fully remote

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Retirement plan

Home office stipend

Remote culture

Virtual events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mobile App Developer to spearhead native iOS and Android apps. This fully remote role offers flexible work from home and the chance to guide a talented mobile team.

You will shape mobile architecture, collaborate with product, design, and backend teams, and ensure high-quality, performant experiences for a global user base. Experience in Swift/Obj-C, Kotlin/Java, and Agile is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in CS/SE.
• 7+ years in mobile app development for iOS and Android.
• Expertise in Swift and Objective-C; Kotlin and Java.
• Strong UI/UX understanding and mobile architectures.
• Experience with REST APIs and backend integration.
• Familiar with mobile testing, analytics, and push notifications.
• Excellent leadership and remote collaboration in Agile/Scrum.
• Benoni experience a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and maintenance of native iOS and Android apps.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the mobile team.
• Define mobile architecture and standards for scalability.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers.
• Oversee the mobile lifecycle from concept to release and post-launch.
• Implement code quality, performance, and security best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and give constructive feedback.
• Manage app release on App Store and Google Play.
• Stay current with trends and technologies.
• Troubleshoot bugs and performance issues.
• Champion innovative approaches to mobile development.

Skills

iOS development

Android development

Swift

Objective-C

Kotlin

Java

UI/UX principles

MVVM

MVC

MVI

REST APIs

Testing frameworks

Push notifications

Mobile analytics

Leadership

Agile/Scrum

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in mobile technology solutions, is seeking an experienced Lead Mobile App Developer to spearhead the development of native applications for both iOS and Android platforms. This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate flexibility to work from anywhere. You will lead a team of talented mobile developers, driving the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality, user-centric mobile experiences. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of native mobile development ecosystems, modern architectural patterns, and a passion for creating seamless, performant, and engaging applications. This role is critical in shaping the mobile strategy of our client and delivering cutting-edge solutions to a global user base. Join a dynamic, forward-thinking team and make a significant impact on the future of mobile technology, all from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of native iOS (Swift/Objective-C) and Android (Kotlin/Java) applications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the mobile development team.
• Define mobile architecture and technical standards, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define app features and user experiences.
• Oversee the entire mobile development lifecycle, from concept to release and post-launch support.
• Implement best practices for code quality, performance optimization, and security.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Manage the app release process on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
• Stay current with the latest trends and technologies in mobile development.
• Troubleshoot and resolve bugs and performance issues.
• Champion innovative approaches to mobile development and user engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in mobile application development, with significant experience in both iOS and Android native development.
• Expertise in Swift and Objective-C for iOS development.
• Proficiency in Kotlin and Java for Android development.
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with mobile architectural patterns (e.g., MVC, MVVM, MVI).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON, and mobile integration with backend services.
• Experience with mobile testing frameworks and methodologies.
• Knowledge of push notifications, mobile analytics, and performance monitoring tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote, collaborative setting.
• Prior experience in **Benoni**, Gauteng is not required but a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering unparalleled work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Access to cutting-edge mobile technologies and innovative projects.
• Home office stipend to support your remote work setup.
• A vibrant and collaborative remote team culture.
• Regular virtual team events and professional development workshops.