Mobile Application Developer (iOS & Android)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development

Generous paid time off

Conferences & training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Mobile Application Developer to join our Kimberley team. The role covers full mobile development lifecycles for iOS and Android, collaborating with product managers and designers to deliver compelling mobile experiences.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field, plus 3+ years of native iOS (Swift/Obj-C) and Android (Kotlin/Java) experience, with a strong UI/UX understanding and familiarity with Git and Agile methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of native iOS development with Swift/Objective-C.
• 3+ years of native Android development with Kotlin/Java.
• Solid understanding of mobile UI/UX and platform guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain native iOS and Android apps.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define features.
• Write clean, well-documented code for both platforms.
• Integrate RESTful APIs and backend services for data flow.
• Optimize performance and user experience across devices.
• Stay updated on mobile development trends and best practices.

Skills

Swift

Kotlin

Java

iOS Development

Android Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and versatile Mobile Application Developer with expertise in both iOS and Android development to join their team in Kimberley . This role is instrumental in building and enhancing powerful, user-friendly mobile applications that serve a broad customer base. You will be involved in the full development lifecycle, from concept and design through to testing and deployment, working closely with product managers and designers to deliver exceptional mobile experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative mobile solutions within a dynamic and supportive development environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain native iOS (Swift/Objective-C) and Android (Kotlin/Java) mobile applications.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define application features and user experiences.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code for both platforms.
• Implement RESTful APIs integration and work with backend services to ensure seamless data flow.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and a smooth user experience across a wide range of devices.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile development trends, technologies, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience developing native iOS applications using Swift and Xcode.
• 3+ years of experience developing native Android applications using Kotlin/Java and Android Studio.
• Solid understanding of mobile UI/UX design principles and platform-specific guidelines.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with mobile app distribution processes (App Store, Google Play Store).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and attending mobile tech conferences.
• Generous paid time off.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Access to the latest mobile development tools and technologies.