Senior Mobile Developer

Boardroom Appointments; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency in South Africa seeks an experienced Mobile Developer to create secure, high-performance applications. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, at least 5 years of mobile development experience, and solid skills in Android technologies. Key responsibilities include collaborating with teams, automating tasks, and ensuring compliance with development standards. The role offers opportunities to enhance team efficiency and participate in a dynamic Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science majoring in Computer Science or equivalent prior learning or experience.
• SAFe Certification is a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience developing Mobile applications.
• Highly skilled in Mobile technologies.

Responsibilities

• Development of secure, concurrent, event driven highly scalable transaction processing applications.
• Promote and enhance team efficiencies using established tools.
• Automate tasks through appropriate tools and scripting.
• Perform development in accordance with specifications and company development standards.
• Develop unit tests to ensure that requirements are met.

Skills

Mobile application development

Android SDK

Java

Kotlin

REST and GraphQL services

Mobile UI/UX design principles

React Native

Android Studio

Node.js

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Low Code technologies

Cloud-native technologies

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent

SAFe Certification

Job description

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science majoring in Computer Science or equivalent prior learning or experience
• SAFe Certification is a plus
• At least 5 years of experience developing Mobile applications
• Highly skilled in Mobile technologies (Android SDK, Java, Kotlin is a nice to have)
• Experience in developing and consuming REST and GraphQL services
• Solid understanding of mobile UI/UX design principles
• Strong understanding of mobile development frameworks and technologies, such as React Native
• Experienced using Android Studio
• Good understanding of design patterns
• Working knowledge in cloud-native technologies is desired
• Security principles and standards for Mobile development
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with back-end mobile development using Node.js, .Net, or similar frameworks
• Exposure to Low Code technologies is beneficial

Responsibilities

• Development of secure, concurrent, event driven highly scalable transaction processing applications
• Promote and enhance team efficiencies using established tools, supporting applications and prototypes
• Automate tasks through the use of appropriate tools and scripting
• Perform development in accordance with specifications and company development standards
• Develop unit tests to ensure that requirements are met, and code coverage is adequate
• Create, document and implement component test scripts and test strategies
• Maintain technical documentation using defined technical documentation templates and prescribed policies and procedures
• Ensure that the requisite technical supporting documentation, in line with the established company's development standards and internal policies is created and adhered to
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to identify, troubleshoot, investigate and resolve issues and improve product features, documenting any changes and resolutions as may be required
• Perform maintenance programming and address technical debt
• Participate in a peer review process where all work delivered must be validated according to the documented requirements and in line with the company's development standards
• Ensure software is developed according to the company's development standards and underlying technologies
• Review and refine high-level business requirements and transform these requirements into Functional Specifications
• Breakdown, prioritize and execute tasks to achieve product deliverables per sprint
• Provide estimates for initial high-level requirements and more detailed estimates for upcoming tasks for input into Sprint planning
• Recommend changes to improve established application processes and procedures
• Build a culture of respect and understanding across the organisation
• Recognise outcomes which resulted from effective collaboration between teams
• Build co-operation and overcome barriers to information sharing, communication and collaboration across the organisation
• Facilitate opportunities to engage and collaborate with external stakeholders to develop joint solution