Mobile Developer

EnableSA; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A client in Port Elizabeth is seeking a talented Mobile Developer to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on building and maintaining mobile applications for both Android and iOS. Key responsibilities include designing applications, collaborating with UX/UI designers, and optimizing performance. Required skills encompass proven experience in mobile app development, with a preference for knowledge of Ionic, React Native, and Firebase. Candidates will be involved in all phases of app development, from concept to deployment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Mobile App Development (iOS/Android).
• Experience in building cross-platform mobile apps using Ionic and Angular.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing mobile applications for iOS and Android, from concept to deployment.
• Collaborating with UX/UI designers and backend developers to create seamless, user-friendly experiences.
• Optimizing app performance, troubleshooting issues, and continuously improving the app lifecycle.

Skills

Mobile App Development

Ionic Framework (with Angular)

React Native & Expo

TypeScript

REST APIs

Firebase

App Deployment

Push Notifications

Offline-First Development

Authentication methods (OAuth, JWT, SSO)

Job description

Port Elizabeth, South Africa | Posted on 06/04/2025

Our client in Port Elizabeth is looking for a talented and creative Mobile Developer to join their dynamic team! As a Mobile Developer you will be responsible for building and maintaining sleek and powerful mobile applications for both Android and IOS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing mobile applications for IOS and Android, from concept to deployment.
• Collaborating with UX/UI designers and backend developers to create seamless, user-friendly experiences.
• Optimizing app performance, troubleshooting issues, and continuously improving the app lifecycle.
• Staying ahead of industry trends and leveraging the latest mobile technologies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in Mobile App Development (IOS/Android).

A combination of the below skills will be preferable:

• Ionic Framework (with Angular): Experience in building cross-platform mobile apps using Ionic and Angular.
• React Native & Expo: Expertise in developing apps using React Native, including Expo for rapid development and deployment.
• TypeScript: Proficiency in TypeScript for building robust and scalable applications.
• REST APIs: Experience in integrating and working with RESTful APIs for seamless app functionality.
• Firebase: Hands‑on experience with Firebase for authentication, real‑time database, cloud storage, and other backend services.
• App Deployment: Knowledge of deploying apps to App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android), including compliance with their respective guidelines.
• Push Notifications: Experience in implementing push notifications using Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) for Android and Apple Push Notification Service (APNs) for iOS.
• Offline‑First Development: Expertise in developing apps that support offline functionality using SQLite or other local storage solutions.
• Authentication: Familiarity with various authentication methods, including OAuth, JWT, and SSO (Single Sign-On), to secure and manage user sessions.