Lead Mobile Application Developer (Finance)

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Equity grants

Home office stipend

Professional development budget

Health insurance

Extended PTO

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mobile Application Developer to spearhead mobile development for iOS and Android from a remote location. You will oversee a team of developers, architect secure, scalable mobile solutions, and collaborate with product and backend teams to deliver high-performance apps for financial services.

The role demands 7+ years in mobile development, 2+ years in leadership, and strong expertise in native platforms (Swift/Obj-C, Kotlin/Java).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of mobile app development experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven native iOS (Swift/Obj-C) and/or Android (Kotlin/Java) expertise.
• Experience with cross-platform frameworks such as React Native or Flutter is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of mobile architecture patterns (MVVM, MVC).
• Experience in Banking & Finance / FinTech and secure coding practices.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Excellent leadership and communication in a remote, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of native iOS and Android mobile applications.
• Architect scalable, secure mobile solutions.
• Mentor and manage mobile developers.
• Collaborate with product, design, and backend teams.
• Ensure performance, quality, and responsiveness.
• Apply security best practices for financial apps.
• Drive adoption of new technologies.
• Conduct code reviews and resolve complex issues.
• Contribute to mobile product roadmap planning.
• Maintain high reliability in a remote, agile setup.

Skills

Leadership

iOS development

Android development

Cross-platform development

Mobile architecture MVVM/MVC

Security best practices

CI/CD

Remote / agile experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

React Native

Flutter

Xcode

Android Studio

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding FinTech innovator, is seeking a Lead Mobile Application Developer to spearhead their mobile development efforts. This is a fully remote role, perfect for a talented developer looking to shape the future of mobile financial services. You will lead a team of developers in designing, building, and maintaining high-performance, user-friendly mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms. This position demands strong technical leadership, expertise in modern mobile development frameworks, and a deep understanding of the Banking & Finance sector's requirements for security and scalability. Based in Midrand, Gauteng, this remote opportunity allows you to work from anywhere, contributing to cutting-edge projects that are transforming how people manage their finances. We are committed to creating intuitive and secure mobile experiences and are looking for a visionary leader to guide our mobile strategy. The role offers extensive creative freedom and the chance to influence product direction within a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of native iOS and Android mobile applications.
• Architect robust, scalable, and secure mobile solutions.
• Manage and mentor a team of mobile developers, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Collaborate with product managers, UI/UX designers, and backend developers to define and implement features.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Implement security best practices for mobile applications, especially in a financial context.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and development methodologies.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to the development team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of mobile product roadmap and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mobile application development, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in native iOS development (Swift/Objective-C) and/or Android development (Kotlin/Java).
• Experience with cross-platform frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of mobile architecture patterns (e.g., MVVM, MVC).
• Demonstrated experience in developing applications within the Banking & Finance or FinTech industry.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and mobile security standards.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a remote, fast-paced, and agile development environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and generous bonus program.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Significant stock options or equity grants.
• Remote work flexibility and a home office technology stipend.
• Generous professional development budget.
• Opportunity to lead innovative mobile projects.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking company culture.
• Extended paid time off.