Mobile Engineer - Cape Town (Hybrid)

About the Role

OfferZen is seeking a skilled Mobile Engineer to join their growing team in Cape Town. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge mobile development within a collaborative and innovative environment. You will be instrumental in bringing exciting new features and applications to life, playing a key role in the entire mobile development lifecycle.

As a Mobile Engineer at OfferZen, your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of activities essential for building and maintaining high-quality mobile applications. You'll be involved in:

• Designing, developing, and implementing robust and scalable mobile applications for iOS and/or Android platforms.
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other engineers, to translate requirements into functional and engaging mobile experiences.
• Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Troubleshooting and debugging applications to ensure optimal performance and user experience.
• Participating in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge within the team.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest mobile development trends, technologies, and best practices to drive innovation.
• Contributing to the architectural decisions and technical roadmap for mobile products.
• Ensuring the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.

What They're Looking For

OfferZen is looking for a passionate and experienced Mobile Engineer who is eager to make a significant impact. Ideal candidates will possess a strong technical foundation and a proven track record in mobile development. Key qualifications include:

• A solid understanding of mobile development principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in native mobile development languages such as Swift/Objective-C for iOS or Kotlin/Java for Android, or cross-platform frameworks like React Native or Flutter.
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and mobile integration.
• A good understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and the ability to translate designs into functional interfaces.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to work effectively in a team environment.
• A proactive attitude and a desire for continuous learning and improvement.

In South Africa, mobile engineering roles are highly sought after, particularly in tech hubs like Cape Town. Salaries can vary significantly based on experience, specific skills (e.g., native iOS vs. Android vs. cross-platform), and the size and type of company, but experienced mobile developers can command competitive remuneration packages. Common employers range from innovative startups and established tech companies to financial institutions and e-commerce platforms. The career path for mobile engineers often involves specialisation in a particular platform, moving into senior or lead roles, or branching out into areas like mobile architecture or management.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficient in project management software.
• Ability to work under pressure.