Mobile Technical Lead

Mobile Technical Lead

Location: Mclean, VA – Local Candidates Only

Job Function: Information Technology

Industry: Financial Services / Technology

Our firm has been retained by a leading organization in the financial services sector to find a high-caliber Mobile Technical Lead. In this role, you will be the primary architect and delivery lead for enterprise-grade mobile applications, utilizing a sophisticated hybrid and native mobile stack.

You will lead mobile development squads, define technical standards, and ensure the highest levels of performance and security. This is a unique opportunity for a leader who enjoys balancing high-level architectural ownership with hands-on development, partnering closely with UX, Backend, and DevOps teams to deliver seamless digital banking experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Architecture: Lead end-to-end mobile architecture using Ionic and Capacitor for hybrid development, supplemented by Swift for native iOS components.
• Hands-on Development: Perform core development and code reviews for AngularJS-based mobile applications and implement native plugins using Capacitor.
• Standards & Best Practices: Define coding guidelines, drive technical decisions regarding scalability and security, and ensure compliance with App Store and accessibility requirements.
• Collaboration: Partner with Product Owners and Backend teams to integrate APIs and third-party SDKs; participate in sprint planning and release management.
• Security & Performance: Implement mobile security best practices (secure storage, encryption, certificate pinning) and oversee CI/CD pipelines for automated testing.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor mobile developers across both hybrid and native stacks to foster a high-performing engineering culture.

Application Instructions:

• Please submit your resume in PDF format.
• Note: Please remove your LinkedIn URL from your resume prior to submission; profiles containing LinkedIn links will not be considered by the client.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Ionic Framework: Proven experience in enterprise-scale mobile application development.
• Capacitor: Expertise in native bridges, plugin development, and device integration (biometrics, push notifications, etc.).
• AngularJS / Angular: Strong proficiency in mobile UI development and state management.
• Swift: Experience in native iOS development and plugin customization.
• Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in Information Technology with a focus on mobile development.

Preferred Good-to-Have Skills:

• Native Android development experience (Kotlin/Java).
• Experience with Mobile CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Bitrise, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps).
• Knowledge of Mobile Security standards (OWASP Mobile Top 10) and enterprise authentication (OAuth2, biometrics).
• Domain Experience: Prior experience in Banking, Financial Services, or highly regulated industries.

Soft Skills:

• Strong technical leadership and the ability to mentor junior and senior developers.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A problem-solving mindset with a relentless focus on delivery.

Our client provides a professional and stable environment for long-term career growth.

• Employment Type: Full-time / Contract (Local candidates only).
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to shape the technical direction of high-impact, customer-facing mobile platforms.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a team of experts from top-tier financial and technology backgrounds.
• Stable Industry: Engagement within a regulated, essential industry providing high job security.

Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate, we regret that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. We genuinely appreciate your interest and wish you the best in your job search.

Commitment to Equality and Accessibility:

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