Senior Mobile App Developer (iOS/Android)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Híbrido; ZAR 700.000 - 950.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work arrangement

Health benefits

Career growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking a Senior Mobile App Developer capable of delivering high-quality apps for iOS and Android. You will drive the full development lifecycle, mentor juniors, and contribute to architecture decisions to shape our mobile strategy.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience with native development and cross‑platform frameworks, a strong UI/UX sensibility, and a passion for scalable, secure mobile solutions.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional mobile app development experience.
• Proficiency in native iOS (Swift/Obj-C) and/or Android (Kotlin/Java).
• Experience with cross‑platform frameworks (React Native, Flutter) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and patterns.
• Experience integrating with RESTful APIs and third‑party SDKs.
• Git familiarity and collaborative version control practices.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, test, and deploy mobile apps for iOS and Android.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate concepts into interfaces.
• Write clean, maintainable, well‑documented code.
• Integrate apps with backend services and APIs.
• Optimize performance across devices.
• Troubleshoot and fix issues; participate in code reviews.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to technical direction.
• Stay updated with mobile development trends and tools.

Conocimientos

Mobile development

iOS/Swift/Obj-C

Android/Kotlin/Java

Cross‑platform frameworks

RESTful APIs

Git

Problem solving

Communication

Mentoring

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Herramientas

Swift/Obj-C

Kotlin/Java

React Native

Flutter

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the mobile technology sector, is seeking a skilled Senior Mobile App Developer proficient in both iOS and Android development. This role is based in **Mahikeng, North West**, and offers the exciting challenge of building and enhancing sophisticated mobile applications that reach a wide user base. You will be responsible for the entire app development lifecycle, from concept and design to implementation, testing, and deployment. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of native mobile development principles, cross-platform considerations, and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences. We are looking for an individual who can not only code effectively but also contribute to architectural decisions and mentor junior developers. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on innovative mobile solutions, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant impact on our client's mobile strategy. The company fosters a culture of continuous innovation and provides ample opportunities for professional growth and skill development in the rapidly evolving mobile landscape. You will be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate concepts into intuitive and engaging user interfaces.
• Write clean, efficient, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Integrate mobile applications with backend services and APIs.
• Optimize applications for performance, speed, and responsiveness across various devices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve mobile application issues.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team best practices.
• Stay current with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in mobile development.
• Mentor junior mobile developers and share technical knowledge.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and the evolution of the mobile development roadmap.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional mobile app development experience.
• Proficiency in native iOS development (Swift/Objective-C) and/or Android development (Kotlin/Java).
• 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 integrating with RESTful APIs and third-party SDKs.
• Knowledge of mobile development best practices, including performance optimization and security.
• Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to deliver robust and user-friendly mobile applications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement.
• Engaging and collaborative work environment in **Mahikeng, North West**.
• Work on innovative and impactful mobile projects.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Retirement fund contribution.
• Access to latest mobile development technologies.