Remote Mobile Application Developer (iOS & Android)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,169,000 - 1,753,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Retirement planning assistance

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 client seeks a skilled Remote Mobile Application Developer to design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality mobile apps for iOS and Android. You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver features and improve existing applications.

The role requires hands-on experience with Swift/Obj-C and Kotlin/Java or cross-platform frameworks like React Native or Flutter, with a strong UI/UX focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional mobile app development experience.
• Experience with iOS (Swift/Obj-C) and Android (Kotlin/Java) or strong cross-platform frameworks (React Native/Flutter).
• Solid UI/UX understanding and RESTful API integration.
• Familiarity with Git and app store submission processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain native or cross‑platform mobile apps for iOS and Android.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to define features and UI.
• Write clean, well-documented code following best practices.
• Manage full mobile app lifecycle from concept to launch and post-launch updates.
• Integrate apps with backend services and APIs.
• Perform unit and integration testing to ensure stability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues; optimize for speed and usability.
• Stay updated with mobile development trends and platform updates.
• Participate in code reviews and architectural discussions.

Skills

iOS/Swift

Android/Kotlin

React Native

Flutter

REST APIs

Git

UI/UX design

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

VS Code

Postman

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative digital products company, is seeking a skilled Remote Mobile Application Developer with expertise in both iOS and Android development. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere within the designated regions. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying high-quality mobile applications that provide exceptional user experiences. This role requires a strong understanding of mobile development frameworks, UI/UX principles, and best practices for building cross-platform applications or native applications for both platforms. You will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to bring new features to life and continuously improve existing applications. The ideal candidate is a passionate mobile developer with a keen eye for detail, a commitment to code quality, and a desire to work on challenging and impactful projects in a flexible, remote setting. You will be instrumental in shaping the mobile presence of our client's cutting-edge services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain native or cross-platform mobile applications for iOS and Android.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to define application features and user interfaces.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to mobile development best practices.
• Implement and manage the full mobile application lifecycle, from concept to launch and post-launch updates.
• Integrate mobile applications with backend services and APIs.
• Conduct thorough testing, including unit testing and integration testing, to ensure application stability and performance.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve mobile application issues.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and usability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile development trends, technologies, and platform updates.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural discussions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in mobile application development.
• Proven experience in developing applications for both iOS (Swift/Objective-C) and Android (Kotlin/Java).
• Alternatively, strong experience with cross-platform frameworks like React Native or Flutter.
• Solid understanding of mobile UI/UX design principles and best practices.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and JSON.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
• Understanding of the app store submission process (Apple App Store, Google Play Store).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
• Experience with agile development methodologies is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance and retirement planning assistance.
• As this role is fully remote, you will experience maximum flexibility in your work environment and schedule, promoting an excellent work-life balance.
• We provide a budget for home office setup and professional development, including access to online courses, training, and conferences.
• You will be part of a talented and collaborative global team, working on exciting mobile projects that reach a wide audience.
• Regular virtual team events and a supportive company culture foster a strong sense of connection and community, regardless of your location.