Senior Mobile Application Developer (Android/iOS)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a highly proficient Senior Mobile Application Developer to join our innovative team. You will design native Android and iOS apps, architect robust mobile experiences, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into elegant solutions.

The ideal candidate has a strong command of Kotlin/Java for Android and Swift/Objective-C for iOS, a passion for UI/UX, performance optimization, security best practices, and experience with mobile

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in native mobile application development.
• Proven expertise in Android (Kotlin/Java) and iOS (Swift/Objective-C).
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX, performance optimization, and security best practices.
• Experience with mobile development frameworks, SDKs, and third-party libraries.
• Familiarity with Git and agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test high-quality native mobile applications for Android (Java/Kotlin) and iOS (Swift/Obj-C).
• Architect scalable and maintainable mobile solutions with optimal performance and UX.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product managers to translate concepts into functional applications.
• Integrate mobile apps with backend services and APIs for seamless data flow.
• Implement robust error handling, debugging, and performance optimization techniques.
• Stay current with mobile development trends and advocate adoption where appropriate.

Skills

Native Android development

Native iOS development

UI/UX understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng

Tools

Git

Mobile SDKs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly proficient Senior Mobile Application Developer to join their innovative team in Soweto . This role focuses on developing cutting-edge native mobile applications for both Android and iOS platforms. You will be instrumental in architecting, building, and maintaining robust, scalable, and user-friendly mobile experiences. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you'll transform complex requirements into elegant mobile solutions. The ideal candidate is passionate about mobile technology, has a strong command of mobile development best practices, and thrives in a dynamic environment where innovation and quality are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test high-quality native mobile applications for Android (Java/Kotlin) and iOS (Swift/Objective-C).
• Architect scalable and maintainable mobile solutions, ensuring optimal performance and user experience.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product managers to translate concepts into functional applications.
• Integrate mobile applications with backend services and APIs, ensuring seamless data flow.
• Implement robust error handling, debugging, and performance optimization techniques.
• Stay current with the latest mobile development trends, tools, and platform updates, and advocate for their adoption where appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in native mobile application development.
• Proven expertise in developing for both Android (Kotlin/Java) and iOS (Swift/Objective-C) platforms.
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles, performance optimization, and security best practices.
• Experience with mobile development frameworks, SDKs, and third-party libraries.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work culture.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.