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Save and hire remote Mobile App Developers
A strong mobile app starts with the right Developer behind it. Someone who understands the platform, the product and what users expect once they tap download.
Black Piano helps UK businesses hire remote Mobile Developers for iOS, Android and cross-platform projects. That could mean a Swift Developer for an iPhone app, a Kotlin Developer for Android, or someone experienced in Flutter or React Native.
You get dedicated talent who works as part of your team, with Black Piano handling recruitment, contracts, payroll, HR, compliance, equipment and ongoing employee support. It’s a simpler way to build or grow your app team, with the potential to save significantly compared with hiring locally.
Why pay £3,333 when you can pay £694?
Hiring an App Developer in the UK can get expensive quickly, especially once you move beyond junior-level experience. Remote hiring gives you another route. You can hire experienced Mobile Developers in India for considerably less, without limiting yourself to short-term freelance support or agency retainers.
The difference mainly comes down to local salary expectations and employment costs. India has a large mobile development talent pool across iOS, Android, Flutter and React Native, with lower average salaries than the UK.
That lower salary doesn’t mean you’re left to manage the employment side yourself. Black Piano helps you hire App Developers remotely, then takes care of payroll, HR, compliance, equipment and ongoing employee support once they join.
UK Salary
India Salary
Saving
Executive
(1-4 years)
£3,333
£694
79%
Senior
(4-8 years)
£5,000
£1,389
72%
Manager
(8-12 years)
£7,083
£2,315
67%
Why hire an App Developer?
Build an app people actually enjoy using
A good App Developer thinks beyond getting features to work. They consider how the app feels to use, how quickly screens load and where users might get stuck. From navigation and authentication to push notifications and payments, they can turn your product requirements into a smooth mobile experience across iOS, Android or both.
Keep pace with the apps your customers already use
Users compare your app with every polished mobile experience on their phone, not just businesses in your industry. An experienced Mobile Developer can help you improve features, fix friction and introduce functionality that keeps your product competitive as expectations change.
Fix the slow bits before users find them
Crashes, sluggish screens and unreliable integrations can sink an otherwise good app. App Developers can investigate bugs, optimise performance, improve API and backend integrations, strengthen security and test updates before they reach users.
Turn your app into a stronger sales channel
A well-built app can make it easier for customers to buy, subscribe or come back. App Developers can create payment flows, subscriptions, in-app purchases, personalised experiences and analytics that support conversion and retention. They can also use performance data to improve the app over time.
What does an App Developer do?
An App Developer builds, tests and maintains mobile applications for platforms such as iOS and Android. They turn product requirements into working features and make sure the app performs properly across different devices.
Their work can involve:
- Building native or cross-platform apps
- Integrating APIs, databases and backend systems
- Adding payments, authentication and push notifications
- Testing, debugging and improving performance
- Supporting App Store and Google Play releases
- Maintaining the app with updates and security fixes
- Working with Designers, Product Managers and other Developers
How can an App Developer support your business?
An App Developer can help turn a product idea into something customers can actually use. They can build new features, improve an existing app and fix technical issues that are slowing the product down. They can also support:
- iOS and Android development
- API and backend integrations
- Payments, authentication and push notifications
- App testing and debugging
- Performance optimisation and security updates
- App Store and Google Play releases
- Ongoing maintenance as the product grows
For growing businesses, a dedicated App Developer also gives the wider product and marketing team someone who can move quickly when priorities change.
How to hire the best Mobile Developer?
- Start with the product - Be clear on what you’re building, who it’s for and which platforms matter.
- Choose the right Developer - You might need an iOS Developer, Android Developer, Flutter Developer or React Native Developer.
- Check relevant experience - Look for apps they’ve actually worked on, ideally with similar features, users or technical requirements.
- Test their technical skills - Ask about APIs, backend integration, databases, authentication, payments, testing and app security.
- Review how they work - A strong App Developer should communicate clearly with Product Managers, Designers and other Developers.
- Agree on ownership and KPIs - Set expectations around delivery, app performance, bugs, releases and ongoing maintenance.
- Compare hiring models - Consider in-house, freelance, agency and remote hiring based on cost, control and how long you need the role for.
Black Piano can find and vet remote App Developers, then handle employment, payroll, HR, compliance and ongoing support for you.
What are the qualifications for an App Developer?
Look for:
- Experience with iOS, Android or cross-platform development
- Strong skills in Swift, Kotlin, Java, Flutter or React Native
- Knowledge of APIs, databases and backend integration
- Experience with authentication, payments and push notifications
- Confidence with testing, debugging and performance optimisation
- Understanding of mobile security and app store requirements
- Familiarity with Android Studio, Xcode and version control
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Examples of apps they’ve helped build, launch or improve
What is the difference between an iOS Developer and an Android Developer?
An iOS Developer builds apps for Apple devices such as iPhones and iPads, usually using Swift or Objective-C with Xcode. An Android Developer builds apps for Android devices, commonly using Kotlin or Java with Android Studio.
- Hire an iOS Developer if Apple users are your main audience, or you want a native iPhone and iPad experience.
- Hire an Android Developer if Android is the priority, or you need to support a wider range of devices.
- Choose cross-platform development if you want to build for iOS and Android from one shared codebase.
We handle it all
Black Piano finds the right remote App Developer for your business and employs them on your behalf. They work as part of your team, not ours. We take care of the less exciting bits, including contracts, payroll, HR, compliance, equipment and ongoing employee support, so you can get on with building the app.
Find
We start with what you’re building and the skills you need, whether that’s an iOS, Android, Flutter or React Native Developer, or someone with broader full-stack experience. We source and vet candidates on technical ability, app experience and team fit.
Remote Recruitment
Hire
We handle sourcing, screening and interview coordination, so you spend your time with the strongest candidates. Once you’ve chosen your App Developer, Black Piano takes care of contracts, employment setup and local compliance.
Employer of Record
Manage
Once your Developer joins, we continue handling payroll, HR, benefits, equipment and employee support. We can also help with retention and performance support, leaving you free to focus on the app, the roadmap and what needs shipping next.
Remote HR
Explore our pricing
We’re all about simple, transparent pricing. All employment compensation and overheads are covered. No up-front fees. No ‘starting’ fees. No hidden fees.
Quick fix
£ - - -
(custom pricing)
Start small
£ 550
(per month + TCOE)
Grow big
10% off
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FAQs
How quickly can I start a project with a remote App Developer from Black Piano?
You can start within a few days.
What happens if I’m not satisfied with the progress or work quality of the developer?
If the candidate isn’t the right fit - during or after probation - just tell us. We’ll find a replacement, free of charge, for life.
What is the process for hiring a remote App Developer from Black Piano?
Hiring an App Developer with Black Piano is easy. Schedule a call, tell us what you need and we will handle the rest. We will find, hire and manage the right candidate for you.
How does Black Piano handle App Developer payroll, benefits and other administrative tasks?
Our dedicated HR department manages all these things.
What is the cost structure for hiring a remote App Developer through Black Piano?
Our cost structure is transparent and has no hidden fees. It has two components: The total cost of engagement and the second is a small management fee. There are no up-front fees or starting fees.