Lead Mobile Application Developer

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid coverage

Retirement fund

Conference and training opportunities

On-site in Centurion

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mobile Application Developer in Centurion to guide the mobile team in designing, building, and maintaining high-performance native iOS and Android apps. You will define the technical strategy, ensure code quality, and drive innovation, collaborating with product managers, UX/UI designers, and backend engineers.

The role requires 7+ years in mobile development with leadership experience, strong UI/UX understanding, and proficiency with Xcode, Android Studio, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mobile application development, with leadership experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Deep understanding of mobile development lifecycles and user experience principles.
• Experience with native iOS (Swift/Objective-C) and/or Android (Kotlin/Java).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of mobile application developers.
• Oversee design, development, testing, and deployment of native iOS and Android apps.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX/UI designers, and backend developers to translate requirements into robust mobile solutions.
• Drive innovation in mobile technologies and evaluate new tools/frameworks.
• Ensure performance, scalability, security, and stability of applications.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to the team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in mobile apps.
• Stay updated with latest trends in mobile development.

Skills

Leadership

Mobile development

Team management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a thriving fintech company based in Centurion, Gauteng , is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Mobile Application Developer to guide their mobile development efforts. This critical role involves leading a team of talented developers in designing, building, and maintaining high-performance, user-friendly mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms. You will be responsible for defining the technical strategy, ensuring code quality, and driving innovation in mobile technologies. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of mobile development lifecycles, a passion for creating exceptional user experiences, and proven leadership capabilities. Join us in shaping the future of mobile financial services from our strategic Centurion location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of mobile application developers.
• Oversee the design, development, testing, and deployment of native iOS and Android applications.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX/UI designers, and backend developers to translate requirements into robust mobile solutions.
• Drive innovation in mobile technologies, evaluating and adopting new tools and frameworks.
• Ensure application performance, scalability, security, and stability.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in mobile applications.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in the mobile development landscape.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in mobile application development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or team lead role.
• Extensive experience developing native iOS applications using Swift/Objective-C and/or native Android applications using Kotlin/Java.
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with mobile development frameworks and tools (e.g., Xcode, Android Studio).
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, JSON, and integrating with backend services.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with mobile testing frameworks and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and deliver high-quality mobile applications.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid coverage, a robust retirement fund, and performance-based incentives. We believe in investing in our employees' growth, providing access to industry conferences, specialized training, and opportunities for career advancement. The role is based in our modern offices in Centurion, Gauteng , a hub of technological innovation. We promote a collaborative and dynamic work culture, with regular team events and activities. Additional benefits include access to wellness programs and a convenient location. This position requires on-site presence in Centurion to foster team cohesion and direct oversight of development efforts.