Senior Mobile Application Developer (Port Elizabeth)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Training & conferences

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mobile Application Developer in Port Elizabeth. Lead design and development of high-quality mobile apps across iOS and Android. You will own the mobile lifecycle from concept to deployment in a hybrid work setup.

The role requires 5+ years in native mobile development, strong Swift/Obj-C or Kotlin/Java skills, and collaboration with UI/UX and backend teams to deliver robust, scalable mobile solutions.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in native mobile app development (iOS or Android).
• Proficiency in Swift and/or Objective-C for iOS, or Kotlin and/or Java for Android.
• Experience with mobile development frameworks and tools like Xcode, Android Studio.
• Strong UI/UX understanding and platform guidelines.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, and maintain native iOS and/or Android apps.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes to mobile experiences.
• Write clean, well-documented code following best practices.
• Implement new features and enhance existing functionalities.
• Test and debug to ensure app stability and performance.
• Optimize apps for speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Work with backend teams to integrate APIs.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
• Stay updated on mobile development trends and roadmap.

Kenntnisse

Swift

Objective-C

Kotlin

Java

RESTful APIs

JSON

Git

MVC

MVVM

VIPER

Agile

Communication

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

iOS/Android SDKs

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative software house in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape , is seeking an experienced Senior Mobile Application Developer to lead the design and development of high-quality mobile applications. This role is perfect for a passionate mobile developer looking to make a significant impact on user-facing products. You will be responsible for the entire mobile development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience. Working within a collaborative Agile team, you will leverage your expertise in mobile technologies to build robust, scalable, and performant applications. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to work with modern technologies and contribute to exciting projects for a growing company based in the beautiful coastal city of Port Elizabeth . The hybrid work model ensures a balance between team collaboration and personal flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain native iOS and/or Android applications.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and concepts into intuitive mobile experiences.
• Write clean, well-documented, and efficient code following best practices.
• Implement new features and enhance existing functionalities across the mobile applications.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure application stability and performance.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Work with backend developers to integrate mobile applications with server-side logic and APIs.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile development trends, technologies, and platform updates.
• Contribute to the technical roadmap and strategy for mobile development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in native mobile application development (iOS or Android).
• Strong proficiency in Swift and/or Objective-C for iOS development, or Kotlin and/or Java for Android development.
• Experience with relevant mobile development frameworks and tools (e.g., Xcode, Android Studio).
• Solid understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and platform-specific design guidelines.
• Experience integrating with RESTful APIs and JSON data.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.Knowledge of mobile app architecture patterns (e.g., MVC, MVVM, VIPER).
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, benchmarked against industry standards, along with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions are provided.
• Opportunities for professional growth include access to training, workshops, and attendance at industry conferences.
• We promote a healthy work-life balance with a generous annual leave policy and a flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Employees benefit from a supportive team environment, modern office facilities in Port Elizabeth , and the chance to work on impactful mobile projects.
• Join our client and help shape the future of mobile technology in the Eastern Cape.