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Mobile Application Developer Duration: 1 year with possible extensions. The Merchant & Acquiring ... designs Conduct peer reviews for implementation of new features Communicate status frequently in ...

The senior mobile application developer is responsible for the handson design, development, and ... Experience designing reusable components and shared libraries in react native * Familiarity with CI ...

The senior mobile application developer is responsible for the hands-on design, development, and ... Experience designing reusable components and shared libraries in react native * Familiarity with CI ...

Mobile Engineer

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

$50K - $58K/yr

Enthusiasm for collaboration with designers, product managers, server engineers, and other mobile application engineers * 3-5+ years experience

... graphic designing, web application development using frameworks based on model view controller ... 2+ years of Mobile Experience - Native app testing is a must Needs to demonstrate excellent ...

Design the next-gen models of apps with high-quality mobile and application development * Manage ... Collaborate with other mobile app developers, back-end and front-end developers and designers ...

Design the next-gen models of apps with high-quality mobile and application development * Manage ... Collaborate with other mobile app developers, back-end and front-end developers and designers ...

Design and define system-level architecture for mobile commerce solutions, including application ... architectural designs, establishing development standards, guiding complex technical ...

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How much do mobile application designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for mobile application designer in California is $39.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.18 and $49.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mobile application designer?

A Mobile Application Designer is responsible for creating the visual and interactive elements of mobile applications. They focus on user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design, ensuring the app is intuitive, visually appealing, and easy to navigate. Their tasks include designing layouts, selecting color schemes, and collaborating with developers to implement designs effectively. They often use tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD to create wireframes and prototypes. The goal is to enhance user engagement and ensure a seamless mobile experience.

What does a mobile application designer do?

A typical day for a Mobile Application Designer involves collaborating with product managers and developers to define app requirements, creating wireframes and prototypes, and refining user interfaces based on user feedback. You may participate in design review meetings, iterate on existing features, and conduct usability testing to enhance the overall user experience. Frequent communication with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure design consistency and alignment with project goals. The daily workflow often blends creative problem-solving with technical precision, providing variety and the chance to make a real impact on the final product.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mobile application designer?

To thrive as a Mobile Application Designer, you need expertise in user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles, proficiency with design tools such as Sketch, Figma, or Adobe XD, and a solid understanding of mobile platforms like iOS and Android. Familiarity with mobile prototyping tools, responsive design systems, and, optionally, certification in UX/UI design or mobile app development can be highly valuable. Strong collaboration, creativity, and effective communication skills help designers work closely with developers and stakeholders to transform concepts into user-friendly apps. These skills and qualities are crucial for creating appealing, functional mobile applications that engage users and meet business goals.

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Mobile Application Developer

Collabera

Foster City, CA • On-site

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Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Company Description

We provide cost-effective, high quality IT resources to meet talent needs through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 24 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. We are known for our high-touch, customer-centric approach, offering our clients unmatched quality, responsiveness and flexibility. We are appreciated by our clients for our streamlined execution, highly efficient service and exceptional talent management that go above and beyond traditional staffing services. Collabera has been named the Best Staffing Firm to Work For in the large firm category by Staffing Industry Analysts, the global advisor on contingent work, for four consecutive years.

Job Description

Position Details:
Industry: Payment/Finance
Work Location: Foster City, CA
Job Title: Mobile Application Developer
Duration: 1 year with possible extensions.
The Merchant & Acquiring Processing team is looking for talented engineers for the Foster City office to drive the evolution of mobile payment solutions and to build enterprise mobile enablement practice. You will work closely with UX, product management, and other teams to conceive, design, and create unique payment & analytics capabilities on the mobile device . Your will work closely with various stakeholders to help establish mobile development standards. We are looking for someone with serious iOS & Android Software Development skills, strong interest in all things mobile, and a passion for delivering high quality, rock-solid apps.
Must Have Skills:
    Must have IOS and Android, app development experience.
    Manager said Rest java hands-on experience will be key for this role
Nice to Have Skills:
    Financial, payments background is nice but not a must haveKey
Responsibilities:
    Design, lead and implement iOS & Android mobile application as part of our Mobile UI team
    Interface with various stakeholders and establish rock solid mobile enablement practice
    Work as part of scrum team executing the product requirements by working with UX, product management and other teams in an agile manner
    Provide subject matter expertise for mobile platform
    Develop mobile framework and UI based on best practices
    Execute POCs for visionary initiatives
    Work independently and provide guidance to junior developers
    Review and challenge requirements and implementations designs
    Conduct peer reviews for implementation of new features
    Communicate status frequently in daily Scrum
    Participate in cross-group and internal customer feature demos

Qualifications

Qualifications:
    Bachelors in Computer Science or other technical field
    8+ years of overall software development experience
    4+ years of professional experience in developing iOS & Android mobile applications
    Expertise in Android SDK, Java and related technologies
    Strong computer science fundamentals in data structures, algorithms and complexity analysis
    Passion for user experience and knowledge of Android Application Patterns
    Passion for Mobile Apps
    Knowledge of web services standards and related technologies (REST)
    Familiarity with web service development, DBMS, SQL, UNIX shell scripts is a plus
    Experience with tools like Rally, JIRA, Sharepoint, wiki, etc
    Experience with Agile development methodology
    Sound planning, organizational and problem solving skills, excellent project management skills
    Ability to provide thought leadership on mobile excellence and practice
    Ability and desire to learn new skills and take on new initiatives
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    Thrive in self-motivated internal-innovation driven environment

Additional Information
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