Mobile Application Engineer (Consultant) at ACRE Africa

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE     

• We are seeking a short-term highly motivated and results-oriented Mobile Applications engineer to join our team at ACRE Africa. The Mobile Application Engineer is a key contributor within the development team, reporting to the Manager, Digital & Technology Programme. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining mobile applications using the Flutter framework. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality mobile experiences while ensuring app performance, security, and user satisfaction. 

Knowledge & Capabilities 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. 
• Experience: Proven experience as a Mobile Application Engineer with a focus on Flutter development but can use android java as well. 
• Mobile App Portfolio: Demonstrable portfolio of successful mobile applications developed using Flutter. 

Desirable Skillsets 

• UI/UX Understanding: Familiarity with translating UI/UX designs into engaging and user-friendly interfaces. 
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for debugging and optimization. 
• Agile Methodology: Experience working in an agile development environment. 
• Continuous Integration: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment. 
• Mobile Security: Understanding of mobile app security principles and implementation. 
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in programming languages like Swift (iOS) or Kotlin (Android) for developing native mobile apps. 
• Mobile Development Frameworks: Familiarity with mobile development frameworks like SwiftUI or UIKit (iOS) and Android SDK (Android). 
• Cross-Platform Development: Knowledge of cross-platform development frameworks like React Native, Flutter, or Xamarin for building apps that work on multiple platforms. Strong command of the Flutter framework and Dart programming language. 
• UI Components: Ability to create visually appealing and responsive user interfaces using native components or custom UI elements. 
• API Integration: Experience integrating APIs and web services to fetch and display dynamic content within the mobile app. Key will be integrating RESTful APIs and working with backend developers. 
• Performance Optimization: Understanding of mobile app performance optimization techniques, including memory management and reducing network usage. 
• Mobile Design Guidelines: Familiarity with design guidelines for both iOS Human Interface Guidelines and Material Design for Android. 
• Mobile App Architecture: Knowledge of architectural patterns for mobile apps, such as MVC, MVVM, or Clean Architecture. 
• App Store Guidelines: Understanding of app submission and review processes for App Store (iOS) and Google Play Store (Android). 
• Version Control: Proficiency in using version control systems like Git for collaborative development. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Mobile App Development: Collaborate designers, product managers, and other engineers to develop feature-rich mobile applications using the Flutter framework. Should have a background and skill to use Native Android Java where need be. 
• Code Quality and Performance: Ensure code quality, performance, and responsiveness of mobile apps. 
• Collaboration: Work closely with backend developers and testers to integrate APIs, troubleshoot issues, and optimize app functionality. 
• UI/UX Implementation: Can design good UI/UX and translate UI/UX designs into smooth and visually appealing user interfaces. 
• Feature Enhancement: Continuously improve app features based on user feedback and emerging technologies. 
• Version Control: Utilize version control systems like Git to manage codebase changes. 
• Bug Fixing: Address bugs and technical glitches through effective debugging and refactoring. 
• Security: Implement security measures and best practices to protect user data and app integrity. 
• App Performance: Monitor and optimize app performance for a seamless user experience. 
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with Flutter advancements and explore ways to integrate new features.