Senior Mobile App Developer (iOS)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Mobile App Developer (iOS) to join our client in Queenstown. The role blends hybrid work with in-office collaboration, focusing on designing and maintaining high-quality iOS apps using Swift and Objective-C.

You will work closely with designers and backend engineers to deliver robust features and optimized performance. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of iOS development, strong Swift skills, and solid knowledge of iOS SDK, Xcode, and modern

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional iOS app development experience.
• Proficiency in Swift and experience with Objective-C.
• In-depth knowledge of the iOS SDK, Xcode, and Apple's Human Interface Guidelines.
• Experience with architectural patterns such as MVC/MVVM/VIPER.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and backend service integration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test native iOS applications using Swift and Objective-C.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and backend engineers to implement features.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code following best practices.
• Optimize performance for speed, responsiveness, and stability across devices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Stay up-to-date with mobile technology trends.

Skills

iOS development

Swift

Objective-C

iOS SDK

RESTful APIs

MVVM

VIPER

Xcode

JSON

Tools

iOS SDK

JSON

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Mobile App Developer specializing in iOS to join their team in Queenstown. This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to work on innovative mobile applications that reach a wide audience, combining remote flexibility with in-office collaboration. You will be responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality iOS applications, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience. This role is perfect for a developer who is passionate about mobile technology, committed to writing clean, efficient code, and enjoys working in a collaborative, results-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test native iOS applications using Swift and Objective-C.


• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and backend engineers to implement new features and enhance existing functionalities.


• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code, following best practices and coding standards.


• Optimize application performance for speed, responsiveness, and stability across a range of iOS devices.


• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve bugs and technical issues in a timely manner.


• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile technology trends and advancements.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in iOS app development.


• Strong proficiency in Swift and experience with Objective-C.


• In-depth knowledge of the iOS SDK, Xcode, and Apple's Human Interface Guidelines.


• Experience with mobile architectural patterns such as MVC, MVVM, or VIPER.


• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON, and integrating with backend services.


• Proven ability to work effectively in a hybrid team setting and manage project timelines.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.


• Generous paid time off and company holidays.


• Opportunities for professional development, training, and attending mobile development conferences.


• A supportive hybrid work environment in Queenstown, fostering collaboration and innovation.