Mobile Application Developer

Samaha Consulting; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in South Africa is seeking a Mid-Senior level mobile app developer. This role involves designing, developing, and deploying applications for iOS and Android, with a strong focus on collaboration and code quality. Ideal candidates have experience with cross-platform frameworks and are familiar with emerging technologies. Competitive contract opportunity available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mobile app development (iOS, Android, or cross-platform).
• Experience integrating APIs and working with backend services.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy mobile applications for iOS and/or Android.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define and ship new features.
• Ensure performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.

Skills

Mobile app development

Cross-platform frameworks (Flutter, React Native, Xamarin)

Problem solving

UI/UX principles

Version control (Git)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Firebase

AWS

Azure

Job description

Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy mobile applications for iOS and/or Android.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Ensure performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks, fix bugs, and improve app performance.
• Integrate mobile apps with RESTful APIs and third‑party SDKs.
• Maintain code quality through proper documentation, version control, and best practices.
• Stay up‑to‑date with emerging technologies, frameworks, and design patterns in mobile development.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in mobile app development (iOS, Android, or cross‑platform).
• Strong proficiency in one or more of the following: Cross‑platform – Flutter, React Native, Xamarin.
• Experience integrating APIs and working with backend services.
• Understanding of UI/UX principles and mobile design guidelines.
• Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud services (e.g., Firebase, AWS, Azure).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for mobile apps.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Published apps on Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology and Engineering

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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