Mobile Application Developer

Rubix Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mobile Application Developer to join the Group Support Mobile Team in Johannesburg. The role involves developing high-quality mobile applications for Android and iOS. Candidates must have a strong background in mobile development and a portfolio of released apps. This is a full-time position offering opportunities for innovation in mobile solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mobile Developer.
• Demonstrable portfolio of released applications on the App Store or Google Play.
• Experience with cross-platform mobile frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Support the entire application lifecycle (concept, design, test, release, and support).
• Develop fully functional mobile applications and write clean, maintainable code.
• Collaborate with Product Development team to implement new features.

Skills

Mobile Developer experience

Knowledge of Swift, Java, or Flutter

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles

Integration with third-party libraries and APIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Informatics, Engineering, or Computer Science

Job description

Mobile Application Developer

Location: [Waterfall, Johannesburg]

Department: Group Support Mobile Team

Employment Type: (Full-time)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Mobile Application Developer to join our newly formed Group Support Mobile Team. You’ll work closely with a Senior Developer and Senior Business Analyst to develop and maintain high-quality mobile applications for both Android and iOS platforms.

If you’re passionate about creating user-friendly mobile experiences and thrive in a fast‑paced environment, we’d love to meet you. This role offers an opportunity to play a key part in digitizing our client journeys through innovative mobile solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the entire application lifecycle (concept, design, test, release, and support)
• Develop fully functional mobile applications and write clean, maintainable code
• Gather specific requirements and propose effective technical solutions
• Write unit and UI tests to identify malfunctions
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance
• Design intuitive interfaces that enhance user experience
• Collaborate with the Product Development team to plan and implement new features
• Ensure all applications new and existing meet quality and performance standards
• Research and recommend new mobile technologies, tools, and frameworks
• Stay current with emerging mobile development trends

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Informatics, Engineering, or Computer Science (B.Com Informatics / B.Eng / B.Sc)
• Proven experience as a Mobile Developer
• Demonstrable portfolio of released applications on the App Store or Google Play
• In‑depth knowledge of at least one programming language such as Swift, Java, or Flutter
• Experience integrating with third‑party libraries and APIs
• Experience with cross‑platform (app store agnostic) mobile frameworks
• Strong understanding of Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP) design principles
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment