Senior Mobile Developer (Android)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional growth

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Android Mobile Developer to join our product team in Mbombela (Nelspruit). You will design, develop, and maintain our flagship Android app, using Kotlin or Java to deliver fast, engaging experiences across devices.

You will mentor juniors, lead code reviews, and collaborate with UI/UX designers and product managers to define features while staying aligned with modern Android patterns and best practices. Hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Android mobile development experience.
• Proficiency with Kotlin or Java and Android SDK.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain native Android apps using Kotlin or Java.
• Collaborate with UI/UX and product teams to define features.
• Lead code reviews and mentor junior developers.
• Optimize performance across devices and OS versions.
• Stay updated with Android trends and best practices.

Skills

Android development

Kotlin/Java

MVVM/MVP

REST API

Performance tuning

Code reviews

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Android SDK

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Mobile Developer specializing in Android to join their innovative product development team in Nelspruit . This role requires a deep understanding of the Android ecosystem and a passion for building high-performance, engaging mobile applications. You will take a leading role in designing, developing, and maintaining our flagship Android app, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver, a team player, and is committed to pushing the boundaries of mobile technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain native Android applications using Kotlin or Java.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product managers to define mobile application features and user interfaces.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code.
• Optimize application performance for speed and scalability across various Android devices and versions.
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and contribute to architectural decisions for the mobile platform.
• Stay current with the latest Android development trends, tools, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in mobile application development, with a strong focus on Android.
• Expertise in Kotlin or Java and the Android SDK .
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex, user-friendly Android applications.
• Solid understanding of Android architectural patterns (MVVM, MVP), background processing, and performance tuning.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and third-party libraries integration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement allowing for flexibility.
• Generous vacation days and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and mobile development training.