Mobile App Developer

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain cross-platform mobile applications.
• Build responsive and user-friendly mobile interfaces using modern development frameworks.
• Develop and maintain application functionality using TypeScript and related technologies.
• Configure, build, and deploy Android applications using Capacitor.
• Integrate mobile applications with RESTful APIs and third-party services.
• Assist with backend development, including API integration, authentication, data validation, and error handling.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application bugs, performance issues, and build failures.
• Implement security best practices to ensure secure application development and data handling.
• Perform unit testing, debugging, optimisation, and ongoing application maintenance.
• Collaborate with developers, business stakeholders, and project teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain clean, scalable, and well-documented code.
• Support application deployment, version management, and future enhancements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience developing cross-platform mobile applications using Ionic and Vue.js.
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript.
• Hands-on experience with Capacitor, including Android APK generation and deployment.
• Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive mobile design.
• Experience integrating applications with RESTful APIs and external services.
• Knowledge of backend development concepts, including:
  • API design
  • Authentication
  • Data validation
  • Error handling
• Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with:
  • Android Studio
  • Android SDK configuration
  • Application permissions
  • Signing certificates
  • Release management
• Ability to troubleshoot device-specific issues, plugin conflicts, and deployment challenges.
• Experience using Git or other source-control tools.
• Knowledge of mobile security principles and secure API communication.
• Experience with testing, debugging, performance optimisation, and application support.
• Understanding of the complete mobile application development lifecycle.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Advantageous Skills

• Experience with Node.js or NestJS.
• Experience publishing applications to the Google Play Store.
• Knowledge of:
  • Push notifications
  • Biometric authentication
  • Camera integration
  • Geolocation services
  • Offline data synchronisation
• Experience with automated build and deployment pipelines.
• Familiarity with application monitoring, analytics, and crash-reporting tools.
• Exposure to iOS application development using Ionic, Vue.js, and Capacitor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in:
  • Information Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Software Development
  • Or a related field
  Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of software development experience.
• Practical experience in mobile application development.
• A portfolio showcasing Ionic, Vue.js, TypeScript, and Capacitor projects will be highly advantageous.

Desired Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills when engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn new technologies.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Adaptable, collaborative, and solutions-driven.

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