Senior Mobile App Developer (iOS/Android)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement savings plan

Generous vacation

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA, is seeking a Senior Mobile App Developer to design, build, and ship native iOS and Android apps. You’ll work hybrid, collaborating with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver high-quality mobile features and experiences.

The role requires a strong portfolio, expertise in Swift/Objective-C or Kotlin/Java, and fluency with RESTful APIs and UI/UX patterns. A relevant degree or equivalent experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio of native iOS and Android applications.
• Expertise in Swift and/or Kotlin/Java.
• Familiar with RESTful APIs and JSON data.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience with mobile UI/UX design patterns and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop native iOS and Android mobile applications from concept to launch.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code for mobile platforms.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement intuitive interfaces.
• Integrate with backend services and APIs.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and battery usage.
• Implement unit and integration tests to ensure quality.
• Stay up-to-date with mobile development trends and practices.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architecture decisions.
• Troubleshoot and debug mobile applications.

Skills

Native iOS and Android apps

Swift/Objective-C

Kotlin/Java

UI/UX principles

RESTful APIs / JSON

Git version control

Mobile analytics & crash reporting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

Git

Postman

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in mobile technology solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mobile App Developer to join their vibrant team. This role, based in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA , offers a hybrid work arrangement. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high-quality native mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of mobile development paradigms, a passion for creating exceptional user experiences, and a proven ability to deliver robust and performant applications. You will work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to bring innovative mobile features to life, contributing significantly to the company's mobile strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop native iOS and Android mobile applications from concept to launch.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using Swift/Objective-C for iOS and Kotlin/Java for Android.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement intuitive and engaging user interfaces.
• Integrate with backend services and APIs.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and battery efficiency.
• Implement unit and integration tests to ensure application quality.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile development trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Troubleshoot and debug mobile application issues.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection for mobile projects.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Mobile App Developer with a strong portfolio of native iOS and Android applications.
• Expertise in Swift and the iOS SDK, or Kotlin/Java and the Android SDK.
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and design patterns.
• Experience with consuming RESTful APIs and working with JSON data.
• Familiarity with mobile development best practices for performance and security.
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Experience with mobile analytics and crash reporting tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement savings plans, generous paid vacation, and continuous opportunities for professional growth through training and conferences. You will enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA , working on exciting projects that reach a wide audience.