Mobile developer
Organizational Context
The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) leads the UN's digital transformation, developing and supporting enterprise solutions. This role is within the Enterprise Solutions Service (ESS), hosted by the UN Global Geospatial Knowledge and Innovation Centre in Deqing, China, contributing to innovative technology solutions.
Job Purpose
This role is responsible for the design, development, testing, and implementation of new mobile applications, particularly those with Geospatial and/or AI components, adhering to UN standards. The position involves creating technical and user documentation, conducting presentations, and providing third-level application support, including version management and troubleshooting. The aim is to enhance the quality and functionality of mobile solutions, ensuring they effectively support the UN's mission and digital transformation objectives.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include participating in the full lifecycle of mobile application development, from programming and testing to debugging and implementation, with a focus on Geospatial and AI components. The role requires preparing comprehensive technical and user documentation, developing training materials, and delivering technical presentations. Additionally, providing third-level application support, managing versions, troubleshooting issues, and conducting regular reviews with users and developers are crucial. Staying updated with industry advancements, performing benchmarking, and proposing new tools are also expected duties.
Work Experience
Requires 3+ years of hands-on experience in building mobile applications using React/React Native or Ionic & Capacitor, and 3+ years of experience with JavaScript/TypeScript. Additionally, 2+ years of experience with API/JSON integration is necessary. Experience with native iOS/Android development, AI, and GIS is desirable.
Skills
Mobile application development (React/React Native, Ionic & Capacitor), JavaScript/TypeScript, API/JSON integration, Git, Technical documentation, Application support, Troubleshooting, Geospatial and AI components (desirable).