Lead Software Engineer – iOS / Android Development (#482)

We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer – iOS/Android to technically lead a team developing mobile applications for a long-term project with a Japan-based client. The role involves both hands-on technical leadership and project coordination, working closely with the existing project team on architecture, development, and delivery.

The ideal candidate will take ownership of assigned tasks end-to-end, ensure high-quality deliverables, and demonstrate strong initiative, decision-making abilities, and a proactive “go-getter” attitude while working with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed software requirements analysis, including functional and non-functional requirements.

• Clearly communicate requirements, expectations, and deliverables with offshore teams.

• Ensure on-time, high-quality product delivery with support from offshore teams.

• Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans.

• Work closely with stakeholders, including customers, to ensure successful project execution.

• Manage changing priorities and resolve conflicts effectively.

• Handle customer escalations and rapidly identify and resolve product issues.

• Provide technical guidance, code reviews, and mentorship to team members.

• Ensure adherence to best practices in mobile application development.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in iOS and/or Android application development.

• Strong proficiency in:

  • iOS: Objective-C or Swift, Cocoa Touch

  • Android: Java or Kotlin

• Experience with offline storage, multithreading, and performance optimization.

• Familiarity with integrating mobile applications using RESTful APIs.

• Working knowledge of Node.js.

• Understanding of UI/UX standards and modern mobile application design principles.

• Strong knowledge of Apple’s and Google’s design principles and interface guidelines.

• Experience with cloud messaging APIs and push notifications.

• Proficient with Git or other version control systems.

• Understanding of Bluetooth and BLE protocols is an added advantage.

• Strong understanding of SDLC, version control, and traceability.

• Experience working in both Waterfall and Agile development methodologies.

• Hands-on experience with tools for coding, debugging, testing, bug tracking, collaboration, and source control.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline.