Senior Mobile App Developer (Android & iOS)

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Performance-based incentives

Training & conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mobile App Developer to join their technology team in Polokwane, Limpopo, with hybrid work. You will lead mobile app development for Android and iOS across the full software lifecycle, shaping the future of the company’s mobile presence.

The role requires deep expertise in Java/Kotlin and Swift/Objective-C, plus experience with React Native or Flutter. You will mentor juniors, collaborate with UI/UX designers, and work with REST APIs in an

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of mobile app development with published Android and iOS apps.
• Proficiency in Java/Kotlin and Swift/Obj-C.
• Experience with React Native or Flutter is a plus.
• Strong UI/UX understanding and REST API integration.
• Experience with Git and agile development.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy mobile apps for Android and iOS.
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes into apps.
• Integrate with backend services and APIs for data flow.
• Identify and fix bugs, performance issues.
• Optimize apps for speed and user experience.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor juniors.
• Stay updated with mobile development trends.
• Contribute to architectural decisions for mobile development.
• Ensure UI/UX designs are technically feasible.

Skills

Java/Kotlin

Swift/Objective-C

React Native

Flutter

UI/UX principles

RESTful APIs

Git

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering or related

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mobile App Developer to join their innovative technology team, working in a hybrid capacity out of Polokwane, Limpopo . This role is central to the development and enhancement of cutting-edge mobile applications for both Android and iOS platforms. You will be responsible for the full software development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to deployment and maintenance. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of mobile development frameworks, a passion for creating intuitive user experiences, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality, scalable applications. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within the dynamic tech landscape of Polokwane , working with a collaborative team and leveraging modern development methodologies. You will play a key role in shaping the future of our mobile presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality mobile applications for Android and iOS platforms.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional applications.
• Integrate with backend services and APIs to ensure seamless data flow.
• Identify and resolve bugs, performance issues, and other application defects.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and user experience.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile development trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the team's technical growth.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy for mobile development.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mobile app development, with a strong portfolio of published Android and iOS applications.
• Proficiency in Java/Kotlin for Android development and Swift/Objective-C for iOS development.
• Experience with cross-platform development frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and design patterns.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and third-party libraries.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and performance-based incentives. This hybrid role provides the flexibility of working remotely part of the week, combined with in-office collaboration in Polokwane . Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, including access to training and conferences, are readily available. You will be part of a creative and forward-thinking team, working on exciting and challenging mobile projects. Gain valuable experience in a growing tech hub within the Limpopo province.