Senior Mobile Developer (iOS/Android)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mobile Developer with expertise in iOS and Android to join our fully remote team. You will design, develop, and maintain high-quality mobile apps and shape the product strategy in collaboration with designers and backend engineers.

The role requires 5+ years of mobile development, a Bachelor's degree, and strong skills in Swift/Obj-C, Kotlin/Java, UI/UX, and CI/CD. You will mentor juniors and contribute to architecture while enjoying flexible hours and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in mobile application development.
• Proven native iOS (Swift/Objective-C) and Android (Kotlin/Java) development experience.
• Strong knowledge of mobile UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with mobile development tools, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work remotely in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain high-performance mobile code for iOS and Android.
• Develop features and improve app performance using Swift, Objective-C, Kotlin, and Java.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement intuitive interfaces.
• Work with backend services and APIs for data integration.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure stability.
• Mentor junior mobile developers and contribute to architectural decisions.

Skills

iOS/Android development

Swift

Objective-C

Kotlin

Java

UI/UX principles

CI/CD pipelines

Remote teamwork

Education

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

Tools

Xcode

Android Studio

CI/CD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Senior Mobile Developer with expertise in both iOS and Android development to join their innovative team, working remotely. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality mobile applications that provide exceptional user experiences. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge mobile technologies, collaborate with a passionate team, and significantly influence the direction of our mobile product strategy. We are committed to fostering a supportive and growth-oriented remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain high-performance, reusable, and reliable code for iOS and Android applications.
• Develop new features and improve the performance of existing applications using Swift, Objective-C, Kotlin, and Java.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces.
• Work with backend services and APIs to ensure seamless data integration and functionality.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure application stability and quality.
• Mentor junior mobile developers and contribute to architectural decisions and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in mobile application development.
• Proven experience developing native applications for both iOS (Swift/Objective-C) and Android (Kotlin/Java).
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with mobile development tools, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to work on innovative mobile projects and shape product direction.