Frontend / Mobile App Developer at Rising Tide Africa

Job Overview

• We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software Engineer with expertise in building high-quality front-end solutions and developing mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms. 
• The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of professional experience, be proficient in modern front-end frameworks, and have a strong understanding of mobile app deployment processes. 
• This role will require collaboration with cross-functional teams to create intuitive, user-friendly, and scalable solutions that meet business and user needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain front-end applications using modern frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Build, test, and deploy mobile applications to app stores (Google Play Store and Apple App Store).
• Ensure mobile apps meet performance, usability, and compatibility standards across devices.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement responsive and visually appealing user interfaces.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, performance, and scalability.
• Integrate APIs and third-party services to enable seamless functionality within applications.
• Debug and resolve issues in existing front-end and mobile applications.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring high-quality code and adherence to best practices.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in front-end and mobile development.
• Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for code and technical workflows.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in front-end development and mobile app development.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong experience with mobile app development tools and frameworks, such as React Native, Flutter, or Swift/Kotlin.
• Demonstrated experience in deploying apps to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, including understanding of their submission guidelines.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and integration with front-end and mobile applications.
• Experience with version control tools, such as Git.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Progressive Web Applications (PWAs).
• Understanding of back-end technologies and databases for full-stack collaboration.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks like Jest, Cypress, or Appium.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.