Lead Mobile Application Developer (iOS & Android)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Stock options

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Career development

Team lunches

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Lead Mobile Application Developer to spearhead design, development, and implementation of native iOS and Android apps. You will guide a team, enforce best practices, and work with product and design teams to deliver engaging mobile experiences.

The role focuses on high-performance, scalable mobile apps, with significant influence over technical direction and architecture in a fast-paced fintech startup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of mobile app development experience (iOS and Android).
• Proven experience leading a team of developers.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of native iOS and Android apps.
• Mentor a team of mobile developers and set best practices.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to deliver features.

Skills

Mobile development

Native iOS

Android development

Team leadership

RESTful APIs

Git

Performance optimization

UI/UX principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding fintech startup, is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Lead Mobile Application Developer to spearhead their mobile development efforts. This role is based in our client's innovative office environment in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will be responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of their native iOS and Android applications, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of building high-performance, scalable mobile applications and possesses strong leadership qualities. You will guide a team of talented mobile developers, foster best practices, and collaborate closely with product and design teams to bring new features to life. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a key product offering in a fast-paced and exciting industry. You will have significant influence over technical direction and architectural decisions for the mobile platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of high-quality native iOS and Android applications.
• Manage and mentor a team of mobile developers, providing technical guidance and fostering professional growth.
• Define and implement mobile development best practices, coding standards, and architectural patterns.
• Collaborate with product managers and UI/UX designers to translate requirements into functional and engaging mobile experiences.
• Oversee the entire mobile app lifecycle, including development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Ensure the performance, scalability, and responsiveness of mobile applications.
• Integrate mobile applications with backend services and APIs.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Stay current with the latest mobile technology trends, tools, and platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mobile application issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in mobile application development, with a focus on native iOS (Swift/Objective-C) and Android (Kotlin/Java).
• Proven experience leading a team of developers.
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with mobile development frameworks and tools (e.g., Xcode, Android Studio, SDKs).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and mobile integration.
• Knowledge of mobile app performance optimization and security best practices.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance plan.
• Stock options in a rapidly growing startup.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Work in a vibrant and collaborative tech hub in Stellenbosch, Western Cape.
• Access to cutting-edge mobile development technologies.
• Pension fund benefits.
• Regular team lunches and company events.
• Focus on work-life balance.