Mobile Team Lead - 6 Months - Remote - Octopus by RTG

Octopus by RTG is the tech hiring and outsourcing arm of **Robusta Technology Group**, dedicated to connecting exceptional tech talent with top-tier organizations across the **MENA, GCC, Europe, the US, and Canada**. We specialize in building strong, long-term partnerships between skilled professionals and innovative companies. Our mission is to empower growth, innovation, and excellence by matching the right talent with the right opportunities. **Job Overview** We are currently partnering with a strategic client in the UAE and are actively expanding their team. We are seeking a highly skilled **Mobile Team Lead** to drive the development of scalable, high-performance mobile applications across iOS and Android platforms. **Key Responsibilities** **Technical Leadership** * Lead, mentor, and manage a team of mobile developers (cross-platform and native). * Ensure high-quality code, best practices, and continuous team development. **Mobile Architecture & Strategy** * Define and oversee scalable, secure, and maintainable mobile architectures. * Establish coding standards, design patterns, and development frameworks. **Cross-Platform Development** * Lead development using **Flutter** and **React Native**. * Ensure performance optimization and consistent user experience across platforms. **Native Development Oversight** * Provide technical guidance on: * iOS (Swift / Objective-C, Xcode) * Android (Kotlin / Java, Android Studio) **Solution Design & Integration** * Collaborate with backend teams on: * API integrations * Data synchronization * Authentication and offline capabilities **Cloud & DevOps Collaboration** * Work with cloud and DevOps teams on: * CI/CD pipelines * App deployment (App Store & Google Play) * Monitoring and automation tools * Azure integrations (preferred) **Performance & Security** * Ensure applications meet performance, scalability, and security standards. **Stakeholder Management** * Collaborate with product owners, designers, QA, and business stakeholders. **Project Delivery** * Oversee sprint planning, timelines, risk management, and delivery quality. **Innovation & Continuous Improvement** * Stay updated with emerging technologies and drive innovation. **Documentation** * Maintain technical documentation and promote knowledge sharing. **Requirements** * 7+ years of experience in mobile development * 2+ years in a Team Lead or Technical Lead role * Proven experience delivering mobile apps on both iOS and Android * Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments **Technical Skills** **Cross-Platform** * Strong experience with **Flutter (Dart)** and **React Native** * State management (Bloc, Provider, Redux, etc.) * Performance optimization and native bridging **Native Mobile** * iOS: Swift / Objective-C, Xcode * Android: Kotlin / Java, Android Studio * Strong understanding of mobile lifecycle **Architecture & Best Practices** * MVVM, Clean Architecture, modular design * REST APIs & JSON handling * Offline-first architecture (SQLite, Hive, Realm) * Push notifications & real-time messaging * Mobile security (encryption, secure storage, authentication) **DevOps & Cloud** * CI/CD pipelines for mobile apps * App Store & Google Play deployment * Azure cloud services (preferred) * Git version control * Monitoring tools (Firebase, App Center) **Soft Skills** * Strong leadership and mentoring skills * Excellent communication and stakeholder management * Problem-solving and analytical thinking * Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines * Strong decision-making skills **Education** * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience).