Mobile Engineer

Virgin Active South Africa; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance incentives

Career advancement

Health benefits

Job summary

Virgin Active South Africa in Sandton is seeking a Lead Mobile Developer focused on Android to guide a talented team in building high-quality native apps. You will shape technical direction, mentor engineers, and collaborate with product managers and designers to deliver features, optimize performance, and drive mobile strategy.

You will lead a team of Android developers, stay current with mobile tech trends, and contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional Android app development experience.
• Experience leading mobile development teams and projects.
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin or Java and Android SDK.
• Experience with mobile architecture patterns (MVVM, MVP) and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of native Android applications.
• Architect robust and scalable mobile solutions, ensuring code quality and performance.
• Mentor and guide a team of Android developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to define and implement new features.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile technologies and best practices.

Skills

Android development

Kotlin

Java

Team leadership

MVVM/MVP patterns

Education

Bachelor's in CS

Job description

Our client is looking for a talented and experienced Lead Mobile Developer specializing in Android to join their technology team in Sandton . This pivotal role involves leading the development of high-quality, performant, and user-friendly Android applications. You will be responsible for technical direction, architectural decisions, and mentoring a team of mobile developers. We offer a challenging yet rewarding environment where innovation and technical excellence are paramount, allowing you to make a significant contribution to our mobile strategy and user engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of native Android applications .
• Architect robust and scalable mobile solutions, ensuring code quality and performance.
• Mentor and guide a team of Android developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to define and implement new features.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile technologies and best practices, driving innovation in the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in Android app development .
• Proven experience in leading mobile development teams and projects.
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin or Java, and deep understanding of the Android SDK.
• Experience with mobile architecture patterns (e.g., MVVM, MVP) and performance optimization.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for leadership and professional advancement.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Exposure to cutting-edge mobile technologies in Sandton .