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  • Post Date: June 9, 2026
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Job title:  Mobile Application Development Team Lead

Location: Southern Suburbs of Cape Town

Hybrid work model:  3 days in the office. The company operates full-time in the office during probation and then moves to hybrid after successful completion of the probation period.
A position is available for an experienced, hands-on Mobile App Lead to take ownership of our client’s mobile application platform and lead a team of developers to build high-quality, scalable, and user-centric mobile applications.

This role combines technical leadership, hands-on development, and team management.

You will be responsible for setting the technical direction, ensuring best practices, and delivering exceptional mobile experiences using React Native.

You will work closely with Product, Design, and Backend teams to deliver seamless, high-performance mobile applications that align with business and customer needs.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience in mobile application development, with strong expertise in React Native.
  • Proven experience leading and mentoring a team of developers.
  • Strong understanding of mobile architecture, APIs, and backend integrations.
  • Experience with app deployment processes (App Store and Google Play).
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
  • Experience with performance optimisation and scaling mobile applications.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership & Architecture

  • Own the mobile app architecture and technical roadmap.
  • Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development processes.
  • Make key decisions on frameworks, tools, and mobile architecture.
  • Ensure applications are scalable, maintainable, and secure.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

  • Lead, mentor, and grow a team of mobile developers.
  • Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
  • Support team members in improving their technical and problem-solving skills.
  • Help recruit and onboard new developers where required.

Hands-On Development

  • Actively contribute to development using React Native, writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
  • Lead by example through high-quality implementation and code reviews.
  • Troubleshoot complex technical issues across the mobile stack.

End-to-End Delivery

  • Oversee the full mobile app development lifecycle:
  • Concept and planning
  • Design collaboration
  • Development
  • Testing and QA
  • Deployment (App Store / Google Play)
  • Ongoing maintenance and iteration
  • Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of features and releases.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with designers, backend developers, and product managers to build intuitive and user-friendly applications.
  • Translate business and product requirements into clear technical specifications.
  • Provide input on UX/UI decisions to ensure feasibility and performance.

Performance & Optimisation

  • Continuously monitor and improve app performance, responsiveness, and stability.
  • Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to optimise the user experience.
  • Ensure apps are robust across different devices and OS versions.

Testing, Quality & Security

  • Implement strong testing practices (unit, integration, and end-to-end testing).
  • Ensure high code quality and reliability through testing and reviews.
  • Identify and resolve issues related to functionality, performance, and security.
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Stay up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in mobile development.
  • Introduce improvements to development workflows, tooling, and app capabilities.
  • Contribute to product innovation through new ideas and technical solutions.

Benefits

  • Exciting Workspace with High-Tech Atmosphere and Inspiring Work Environment.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology.
  • Engaging Projects and Innovations.
  • Versatile Experience – Get exposure to a wide range of things.
  • Involvement in Manufacturing Processes – End-to-End Involvement.
  • Opportunity for Career Growth and Continuous Learning – Cross-Functional Teams.
  • Contributing to a South African Company with a real impact on people’s lives.

Are you ready to embark on a journey that’s both professionally fulfilling and personally rewarding?

Send us your CV: nadia@letsrecruit.co.za
IMPORTANT INFO:  

  • South African citizenship is essential
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To apply, send your detailed CV to nadia@letsrecruit.co.za

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