Mobile Application Developer

SavageOne Pty Ltd; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

SavageOne Pty Ltd in South Africa is seeking a skilled Mobile Application Developer to design, build, and maintain mobile apps for Android and iOS.

You will collaborate with UI/UX designers, integrate APIs, and focus on performance, security, and scalable architectures while following Agile practices. Proficiency in Swift, Kotlin/Java, Flutter or React Native is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in Swift, Kotlin/Java or cross‑platform tools Flutter/React Native.
• Strong REST/JSON knowledge and mobile architecture patterns.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy mobile applications for Android and iOS.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to create intuitive interfaces.
• Integrate APIs and third‑party libraries to enhance functionality.
• Optimize performance and troubleshoot issues for quality UX.
• Stay current with mobile development trends and best practices.
• Conduct testing to identify bugs and performance issues.
• Ensure security and scalability of applications.
• Prepare technical documentation for reference and reporting.

Skills

Swift (iOS)

Kotlin/Java (Android)

Flutter

React Native

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Git

Jira

Trello

Job description

About the job Mobile Application Developer

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Mobile Application Developer to design, develop, and maintain high-quality mobile applications for our growing user base. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless user experiences and cutting-edge solutions on both Android and iOS platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy mobile applications for Android and/or iOS platforms.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to create intuitive and visually appealing interfaces.
• Integrate APIs and third-party libraries to enhance application functionality.
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high-quality user experiences.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mobile application development.
• Conduct testing to identify and fix bugs or performance issues.
• Ensure the security and scalability of applications.
• Prepare technical documentation for reference and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Swift (iOS), Kotlin/Java (Android), or cross-platform tools like Flutter and React Native.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, JSON, and mobile architecture patterns (MVC, MVVM).
• Knowledge of app submission and deployment processes for Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
• Experience with version control tools like Git.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira or Trello.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of cloud services and mobile backend technologies (e.g., Firebase, AWS, Azure).
• Understanding of UI/UX design principles.
• Exposure to mobile app analytics and performance tools.