iOS Tech Lead

• Partner with architects to implement high-performance mobile applications
• Research and summarize adjacent technology trends to provide guidance
• Mentor the team on the “how” of better use of existing platform components and performance best practices
• Highly collaborative, a fast learner and willing to work wherever you’re needed on the team
• Demonstrated experience with software engineering fundamentals including object-oriented design, data structures, dependency injection, testable code, and algorithms
• Able to effectively communicate technical issues in a manner all can understand
• Able to work with Scrum Masters and Product Owners to prioritize work relative to both delivering business value and addressing technical debt
• Leads system analysis, design, development, and implementation for our existing mobile native applications.
• Translates stories into design & code. Develops well-engineered code and test artifacts backed by automated tests
• Research and employ contemporary software development techniques to ensure quality and improve velocity of the team
• Elevates code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule. Provides follow-up Production support. Submits change control requests and documents
• Leads in design, code, and test inspections throughout the life cycle to identify issues.
• Participates in other meetings, such as those for use case creation
• Contributes to develop and maintain an inclusive and highly collaborative environment for the team

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Experience with Native application development
• Proficiency in one or more relevant programming languages (e.g. Swift/Objective-C, JavaScript)
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and demonstrate a hands-on understanding
• Strong understanding of design patterns, integration patterns/practice, Data modeling principles and best practices
• A good track record of project delivery for large cross-team projects
• Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with engineers, managers, PMs, customers
• Experience with Cloud Development Platforms, Mobile/Web development frameworks, and microservice architecture

Preferred Skills:

• Demonstrated experience with software engineering fundamentals including object-oriented design, data structures, dependency injection, testable code, and algorithms
• Latest iOS SDK / XCode
• Swift 5
• CI/CD Pipeline (GitHub Actions / Fastlane)
• Git (GitHub)
• Honeycomb
• Splunk

Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent preferred or relevant experience
• 10+ years of software development experience
• 5+ years as a mobile developer