Mobile App Developer (iOS/Android)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a talented Mobile App Developer with expertise in iOS and Android to join our product team. You will design, build, and deploy native apps that deliver fast, engaging experiences across devices.

You will collaborate with UI/UX designers, product managers, and engineers to implement robust interfaces, integrate RESTful APIs, and optimize performance. A hybrid work model and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in mobile application development for iOS and/or Android.
• Proficiency in Swift and Objective-C for iOS, or Kotlin and Java for Android.
• Experience with mobile UI/UX design principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON, and mobile development tools (Xcode, Android Studio).
• Understanding of mobile development lifecycle and app store submission processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy native iOS and Android applications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using Swift/Objective-C for iOS and Kotlin/Java for Android.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement intuitive and visually appealing mobile interfaces.
• Integrate mobile applications with backend services and APIs.
• Optimize applications for performance, speed, and battery efficiency across a range of devices.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure a seamless user experience.

Skills

Mobile development

iOS development

Android development

REST APIs

UI/UX principles

Clean code

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

Swift

Objective-C

Kotlin

Java

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented and passionate Mobile App Developer with expertise in both iOS and Android development to join their innovative product team in Nelspruit. This role is central to creating engaging, high-performance mobile applications that deliver exceptional user experiences. You will collaborate with designers, product managers, and other engineers to bring innovative mobile solutions to life. We are looking for a developer who is passionate about mobile technology, committed to writing clean, efficient code, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team in a hybrid work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy native iOS and Android applications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using Swift/Objective-C for iOS and Kotlin/Java for Android.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement intuitive and visually appealing mobile interfaces.
• Integrate mobile applications with backend services and APIs.
• Optimize applications for performance, speed, and battery efficiency across a range of devices.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure a seamless user experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in mobile application development for iOS and/or Android.
• Proficiency in Swift and Objective-C for iOS development, or Kotlin and Java for Android development.
• Experience with mobile UI/UX design principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON, and mobile development tools (e.g., Xcode, Android Studio).
• Understanding of the mobile development lifecycle and app store submission processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Flexible hybrid work model, blending office and remote work.
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning new mobile technologies.
• Be part of an innovative team in a beautiful setting in Nelspruit.