Mobile App Developer at Medbook Kenya Limited

Key Responsibilities

• Mobile App Development: Design, develop, and maintain mobile applications for various platforms such as iOS (iPhone and iPad), Android, or cross-platform solutions like React Native or Flutter.
• Programming: Write clean, efficient, and reusable code using programming languages like Swift (for iOS), Java/Kotlin (for Android), or JavaScript/TypeScript (for cross-platform frameworks).
• User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design: Collaborate with designers to create intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• API Integration: Integrate mobile applications with backend APIs and web services to enable data exchange and real-time functionality.
• Testing and Debugging: Conduct thorough testing and debugging to identify and fix issues, ensuring the quality and stability of the mobile app.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize mobile app performance, including loading times, memory usage, and battery consumption.
• Security and Privacy: Implement security measures to protect user data and ensure compliance with privacy regulations.
• App Store Submission: Prepare and submit mobile applications to app stores (e.g., Apple App Store, Google Play Store) and handle the review process.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest mobile app development trends, tools, and technologies to improve skills and efficiency.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and backend developers, to deliver high-quality mobile app solutions.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related fields.
• Proficiency in mobile app development platforms and programming languages (e.g., Swift, Java, Kotlin, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with mobile app development frameworks (e.g., Ionic, React Native, Flutter, Angular JS) and UI libraries.
• Familiarity with back-end programming languages such as PHP (with Laravel framework) or others as well as the use of 3rd party libraries.
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX design principles and best practices.
• Knowledge of mobile app security practices and data protection.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party libraries and SDKs.
• Proficiency in mobile app testing and debugging tools.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Creativity and a passion for creating innovative and user-friendly mobile app solutions.