Senior Mobile Engineer (Android and IOS) at eHealth Systems Africa

Purpose of the position

• The Global Health Monitoring (GHM) unit at eHA focuses on innovative solutions like remote temperature monitoring devices to transform cold chain management.
• This aligns with eHA's mission to build stronger health systems.
• As a Senior Mobile Engineer, you will play a key role in advancing the Global Health Monitoring unit by leading the development of Android and iOS applications optimized for low-connectivity environments.
• This position requires expertise in mobile architecture, BLE integration, and cross-platform development using Kotlin Multiplatform Mobile (KMM).
• You will collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams to build scalable, user-friendly applications that align with eHA’s commitment to improving public health outcomes.
• This role demands a middle-level professional capable of delivering high-quality, innovative solutions.

What you’ll do

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

• Architect and develop an iOS application optimized for low/no connectivity environments, ensuring that the team is informed of progress and challenges, and integrating feedback from related functions to ensure successful and sustainable outputs.
• Collaborate with Android engineers to implement Kotlin Multiplatform Mobile (KMM) for shared functionality, keeping the team informed of progress and challenges. Ensure integration with related functions and provide updates to maintain consistent outputs throughout the development process.
• Work closely with product and design teams to prioritize development efforts, ensuring timely delivery and coordinated actions to meet project goals and deadlines effectively.
• Integrate BLE-based smart sensors for real-time data collection, ensuring timely and coordinated delivery of accurate data to support efficient decision-making and seamless system performance across platforms.
• Maintain and improve unit and UI test suites, identifying issues that may impact service quality. Develop and implement corrective measures to ensure high-quality assurance and continuous improvement of testing processes.
• Develop Android applications, identifying any issues that may impact functionality and user experience across platforms. Collaborate with the team to address these challenges by implementing appropriate solutions, ensuring smooth performance and consistent UX
• Establish CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment, identifying potential issues in the development process and implementing corrective measures to ensure high-quality service delivery and efficient deployment practices.
• Adhere to eHealth Africa Code of Conduct as well as ethical standards of the field.

Who you are

• Mobile Development: Strong experience in iOS (Swift, Xcode) and Android development, including enterprise-class applications.
• Cross-Platform Expertise: Familiarity with Kotlin Multiplatform Mobile (KMM) for building cross-platform apps.
• Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Integration: Proficiency in integrating BLE for real-time data collection, particularly in iOS apps.
• CI/CD & Testing: Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks to ensure quality and efficient deployment.
• App Lifecycle & Architecture: Solid understanding of mobile app architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management.
• Problem-Solving & Communication: Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate technical challenges clearly and effectively.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams (product, design, engineering) to deliver seamless user experiences.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of software development experience, including 2+ years in Android development.
• Expertise in iOS (Swift, Xcode) and Android mobile development.
• Experience with BLE integration in iOS.
• App deployment experience on Google Play Store and App Store Connect.

Desirable

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., Kotlin, Swift, BLE).
• Experience with IoT and advanced Bluetooth strategies.
• Backend development experience.
• Familiarity with Kotlin for mobile development.