Remote Lead Mobile App Developer (iOS/Android)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Learning & development opportunities

Remote team events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Lead Mobile App Developer to guide a skilled team building high-quality iOS and Android apps. You will shape architecture, set technical standards, and mentor developers in a remote-first environment to deliver performant mobile experiences.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on leadership with deep native development expertise in Swift/Kotlin and familiarity with cross-platform frameworks, driving innovation across the mobile product portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent
• Extensive mobile development experience with iOS/Android
• Leadership experience in a distributed or remote team

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of iOS and Android developers
• Oversee end-to-end mobile development lifecycle from concept to deployment
• Drive architecture and technical design of new mobile features
• Ensure high-quality, performant mobile apps across platforms
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers remotely
• Establish coding standards, reviews, and best practices
• Identify and address technical debt and bottlenecks
• Stay updated on mobile trends and innovations
• Contribute to strategic roadmap for mobile products
• Troubleshoot complex mobile issues

Skills

Leadership experience

Swift

Kotlin

React Native

Flutter

UI/UX design principles

REST APIs

Mobile architecture patterns

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized innovator in the mobile technology space, is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Remote Lead Mobile App Developer to spearhead their mobile development initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate flexibility to work from anywhere. You will lead a talented team of mobile developers in designing, building, and deploying high-quality applications for both iOS and Android platforms. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with a proven track record of delivering exceptional mobile experiences, deep expertise in native development (Swift/Kotlin) and cross-platform frameworks, and a passion for mentoring and guiding development teams. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the architecture, setting technical standards, and driving the innovation of our client's mobile product portfolio. This role is perfect for an experienced leader who thrives in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of iOS and Android developers, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Oversee the entire mobile application development lifecycle, from concept to deployment and maintenance.
• Drive the architecture and technical design of new mobile features and applications.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, performant, and user-friendly mobile applications across both platforms.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, UI/UX designers, and backend engineers in a remote setting.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and code review processes.
• Identify and address technical debt and performance bottlenecks.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in mobile development technologies and platforms.
• Contribute to strategic planning and roadmap development for mobile products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mobile application issues.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Mobile App Developer, with a significant focus on leadership or lead roles.
• Proven experience developing native iOS applications using Swift and/or native Android applications using Kotlin.
• Experience with cross-platform frameworks like React Native or Flutter is a strong advantage.
• Deep understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and integrating mobile applications with backend services.
• Proficiency in version control systems, particularly Git.
• Strong knowledge of mobile app architecture patterns (e.g., MVVM, MVC).
• Experience with mobile testing frameworks and methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, specifically within a remote team context.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote opportunity, providing exceptional work-life flexibility.
• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, benchmarked against top-tier tech companies.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance are provided.
• Generous paid time off includes vacation, sick leave, and public holidays.
• The company invests heavily in employee growth through access to online learning platforms, advanced training programs, and conference attendance.
• A vibrant and supportive remote work culture is maintained through regular virtual team events and open communication channels.
• This role has no geographical restrictions within South Africa.