Lead Mobile Application Developer (iOS/Android)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Lead Mobile Application Developer in Polokwane to drive the design, development, and deployment of native iOS and Android apps. You will mentor a team of mobile developers, ensure adherence to best practices, and partner with product managers and UI/UX designers to translate requirements into engaging experiences.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS or Engineering, 6+ years in mobile development (2+ in leadership), and strong expertise across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent.
• 6+ years in mobile app development, 2+ years in lead/senior role.
• Expertise in native iOS (Swift/Obj-C) and/or Android (Kotlin/Java).
• Strong UI/UX understanding and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, testing, and deployment of native iOS and Android apps.
• Mentor a team of mobile developers and drive best practices.
• Collaborate with PMs and UI/UX designers to deliver intuitive mobile experiences.
• Architect scalable mobile solutions with high code quality.
• Stay updated with latest mobile technologies and platform updates.
• Troubleshoot issues to ensure stability of deployed apps.

Skills

iOS Native

Android Native

Swift

Objective-C

Kotlin

Java

UI/UX Basics

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Lead Mobile Application Developer to guide their mobile development efforts in Polokwane . This crucial role involves leading the design, development, and deployment of high-quality native iOS and Android applications. You will mentor a team of mobile developers, ensure adherence to best practices, and drive innovation in mobile technology. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned mobile developer to take on a leadership role, shape the future of our client's mobile presence, and deliver exceptional user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of native iOS and Android mobile applications.
• Mentor and guide a team of mobile developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Collaborate with product managers and UI/UX designers to translate requirements into intuitive and engaging mobile experiences.
• Architect scalable and maintainable mobile solutions, ensuring code quality and performance.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile technologies, trends, and platform updates.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, ensuring the stability and reliability of deployed applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mobile application development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Proven expertise in native iOS development (Swift, Objective-C) and/or Android development (Kotlin, Java).
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with mobile development frameworks, SDKs, and performance optimization techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility in Polokwane .
• A dynamic and innovative work environment focused on creating impactful mobile solutions.