Senior Mobile App Developer (iOS/Swift)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & conferences

Hybrid work model in Sandton

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Mobile App Developer specializing in iOS with Swift to design, develop, and deploy high-quality mobile applications. The role covers the full lifecycle from concept to deployment, with a hybrid work model combining remote flexibility and in-office collaboration at Sandton.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of mobile experience, deep Swift expertise, proficiency with the iOS SDKs, and a collaborative mindset to work with cross-functional

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in mobile app development.
• 3+ years of intensive experience developing native iOS applications using Swift.
• Strong understanding of the iOS SDK, Xcode, and the latest iOS frameworks.
• Proficiency in UI design principles, interfaces, and experiences for mobile.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain advanced native applications for the iOS platform using Swift.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and ship new features.
• Write clean, well-structured, and maintainable Swift code.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization.
• Translate designs and wireframes into high-quality UI code.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest iOS development trends and technologies.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Mentor junior iOS developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Skills

Swift

iOS SDK

UI design

Performance tuning

Git

Code reviews

Mentoring

Education

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

Tools

Xcode

Instruments

RESTful APIs

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Mobile App Developer specializing in iOS development using Swift to join their innovative team in Sandton, Gauteng . This is an exciting opportunity to design, develop, and deploy high-quality, engaging mobile applications for the iOS platform. You will be responsible for the entire mobile app lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment. We are looking for a passionate developer with a strong understanding of Swift, iOS SDKs, and best practices for building performant and user-friendly mobile experiences. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver and a collaborative team player. This role operates on a hybrid model, offering a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration at our Sandton location.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain advanced native applications for the iOS platform using Swift.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (designers, product managers, backend developers) to define and ship new features.
• Write clean, well-structured, and maintainable Swift code.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization.
• Translate designs and wireframes into high-quality UI code.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest iOS development trends and technologies.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Mentor junior iOS developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in mobile app development.
• 3+ years of intensive experience developing native iOS applications using Swift.
• Strong understanding of the iOS SDK, Xcode, and the latest iOS frameworks.
• Proficiency in UI design principles, interfaces, and experiences for mobile.
• Experience with performance and memory tuning using tools like Instruments.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect iOS applications to backend services.
• Experience with cloud message, push notifications, and general mobile architectures.
• Understanding of code versioning tools (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and performance-based incentives. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional development, including access to training, workshops, and industry conferences. The hybrid work model in Sandton promotes a healthy work-life balance. You will work with cutting-edge mobile technologies and contribute to impactful applications. Join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and career advancement within the vibrant business hub of Gauteng .