Pipeline: Mobile Application Developer; Logistics

Mobile Application Developer (Logistics)

A Mobile Application Developer for logistics creates and maintains mobile software (smartphone or rugged device apps) that empower supply chain operations on-the-go. These apps may include warehouse scanning tools, delivery driver apps, freight tracking, or inventory management on mobile platforms. This is typically a full‑time role within a tech team or a contract engagement for a specific project. The developer works closely with supply chain stakeholders to ensure mobile solutions improve productivity and data visibility in real-time.

• Develop and maintain mobile applications for supply chain use cases, such as warehouse barcode scanning apps, driver delivery apps (for e‑signatures, route info), or inventory lookup tools.
• Design intuitive user interfaces (UI) and experiences (UX) suitable for workers in the field or on the warehouse floor (e.g., large buttons for gloves, offline modes for low connectivity).
• Integrate mobile apps with back‑end logistics systems via APIs – ensuring data from the app (scans, GPS, updates) syncs with WMS, TMS, or ERP in real time.
• Implement device features like camera/barcode scanning, RFID/NFC reading, GPS tracking, and push notifications to support logistics tasks (proof‑of‑delivery capture, tracking shipments, etc.).
• Optimize application performance and reliability, particularly for rugged or low‑bandwidth environments (e.g., caching data, handling intermittent connectivity gracefully).
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure teams to manage mobile device management (MDM), security of devices (encryption, user auth), and deployment of apps across fleets of devices.
• Test applications thoroughly (unit, integration, field testing) to ensure they operate correctly on various hardware (Android/iOS devices, rugged scanners) and fix bugs rapidly.
• Work with end‑users (warehouse associates, drivers) to gather feedback and continuously improve app features for usability and productivity gains.
• Stay updated on mobile development frameworks and technologies (e.g., cross‑platform tools, new Android/iOS features) and how they can be applied to logistics solutions.
• Document technical design, deployment procedures, and provide training or support documentation for users and help‑desk for the mobile tools.

• Mobile Development
• Android (Kotlin/Java)
• iOS (Swift/Objective-C)
• React Native / Flutter
• API Integration
• UI/UX Design
• Barcode Scanning
• RFID
• GPS Tracking
• Offline Functionality
• Firebase/Azure Mobile Services
• JSON/REST
• Agile/Scrum
• Git
• Push Notifications
• MDM Solutions (SOTI, Air Watch)
• Device Security
• Problem‑Solving
• Communication
• Logistics Processes
• Warehouse Operations
• User Training
• Debugging
• Performance Optimization