Technical Leadership
· Lead architecture, design, and development efforts for high-scale, video-rich iOS applications
· Ensure the team delivers performant, secure, and maintainable Swift-based code leveraging frameworks like SwiftUI, UIKit, Combine
· Oversee deep integrations with video playback (HLS, DASH), personalization engines, and real-time APIs
· Drive consistency, scalability, and shared services across mobile platforms
· Collaborate with AI/ML and backend teams to embed personalized experiences within the iOS app
Team Management & Mentorship
· Manage, coach, and grow a team of iOS engineers—fostering ownership, creativity, and continuous improvement
· Lead technical reviews and support knowledge sharing through documentation and internal talks
· Promote a high bar for engineering excellence including automated testing, CI/CD, and observability
· Hire and onboard new engineers, helping them succeed in a fast-paced media environment
Cross-Functional Collaboration
· Work closely with Product, Design, UX Research, QA, Data, and Platform teams to shape and deliver user-first features
· Partner with the Design team to ensure platform consistency, brand alignment, and accessibility standards are upheld
· Translate business objectives into reliable technical solutions that scale across audiences and platforms
Delivery & Operational Excellence
· Own KPIs such as app performance, crash-free sessions, release cadence, and user engagement
· Implement monitoring, crash reporting, and proactive error handling practices
· Champion fast iteration without compromising quality—leading a high-trust team that delivers frequently
· Actively participate in incident triage and escalation for mobile issues in production