Mgr Software Engineering - Mobile Apps - iOS and Android (Hybrid)

$262,800 - $262,800/Yr

Citizens Bank - Johnston, RI

Full-time - Manager

Johnston, RI

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About the position

The Mobile App Engineering Manager at Citizens is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing the development of high-quality mobile applications for both Android and iOS platforms. This position involves managing a team of mobile developers, guiding technical strategies, and ensuring the successful delivery of mobile applications that meet user needs and business objectives. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a focus on innovation to maintain a competitive edge in the mobile app market.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of mobile developers.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages professional growth and creativity.
• Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations to ensure team members meet their goals.
• Develop and execute the technical strategy for Android and iOS app development, aligned with the company's overall goals.
• Stay updated with the latest trends, advancements, and best practices in mobile app development, and ensure their integration into the development process.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and objectives.
• Oversee the entire mobile app development lifecycle, from concept to launch, ensuring timely and successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with product managers, stakeholders, and other teams to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables.
• Manage project risks, identify potential bottlenecks, and implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure that the mobile apps meet high-quality standards and are thoroughly tested for functionality, performance, security, and user experience.
• Provide strategic input and direction on automated testing and continuous integration processes to enhance development efficiency and product reliability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the development team, assisting in complex problem-solving and coding challenges.
• Review and approve architectural designs and code changes to maintain code quality and consistency.
• Analyze app performance metrics and user feedback to identify areas for improvement and optimize app performance and responsiveness.

Requirements

• Proven experience (8+ years) in mobile app development, with a focus on Android and iOS native applications.
• Prior experience (4+ years) in a leadership or managerial role, managing and mentoring mobile app development teams.
• Deep understanding of Android and iOS ecosystems, mobile UI/UX design principles, and mobile app architecture.
• Extensive knowledge of app store publishing - Google Playstore, Apple App Store, App Signing, TestFlight.
• Extensive knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Kotlin (for Android), and Swift/SwiftUI(for iOS).
• Experience in integrating with REST-based/GraphQL based backend services.
• Have a solid understanding of the underlying infrastructure needed to run a large, distributed, cloud-based application.
• Solid experience in Android, iOS, MVVM, Jetpack, Java, Kotlin, Swift, SwiftUI, Cocoapods, Gradle, Core Data, SQLite, JIRA, Jenkins, SOLID principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• A track record of successfully delivering high-quality mobile applications to the market.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Education reimbursement
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off policy that exceeds mandatory requirements