iOS Tech Lead

Job Title: iOS Tech Lead

Job Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Job Duration: 6 to 12 Months (Contract to Hire)

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic iOS Tech Lead to join our global technology consulting team. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with client engagement responsibilities, requiring you to drive mobile application development excellence while managing distributed teams and stakeholder relationships across multiple time zones.

As a Tech Lead, you will be at the forefront of delivering innovative mobile solutions for our enterprise clients, leading cross-functional teams, and establishing technical standards that ensure scalable, high-quality deliverables.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership & Architecture

Lead the design and architecture of complex iOS applications for enterprise clients

Define and enforce mobile development standards, coding guidelines, and best practices across projects

Drive technical decision-making for technology stack selection, architectural patterns, and integration approaches

Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship to development teams

Stay current with emerging mobile technologies, frameworks, and industry trends

Team Management & Collaboration

Manage and mentor distributed development teams across multiple geographies and time zones

Coordinate with cross-functional teams including UX/UI designers, backend engineers, QA specialists, and DevOps teams

Facilitate agile ceremonies and ensure efficient delivery processes

Foster a collaborative culture focused on continuous learning and knowledge sharing

Provide technical guidance and career development support to team members

Client Engagement & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary technical point of contact for client stakeholders

Lead technical discussions, solution presentations, and architecture reviews with client leadership

Translate business requirements into technical specifications and feasible solutions

Manage client expectations regarding technical deliverables, timelines, and project scope

Build and maintain strong relationships with client technical teams and decision-makers

Quality & Process Improvement

Establish and drive quality assurance processes including automated testing strategies

Implement continuous integration and deployment pipelines for mobile applications

Lead initiatives to improve development productivity, code quality, and delivery efficiency

Drive adoption of industry best practices for mobile security, performance optimization, and accessibility

Champion engineering excellence through metrics-driven improvement initiatives

Project Delivery

Ensure on-time delivery of mobile applications that meet client requirements and quality standards

Manage technical risks and provide mitigation strategies

Coordinate release management processes and post-deployment support

Participate in pre-sales activities and technical proposal development

Required Qualifications:

Technical Expertise

8+ years of mobile application development experience with strong expertise in iOS platform

Proficiency in Swift, Objective-C for iOS development

Strong experience in using modern UI frameworks like SwiftUI

Strong understanding of mobile architecture patterns (MVVM, MVI, Clean Architecture)

Hands-on experience with mobile testing frameworks and automation tools

Knowledge of backend integration, RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and microservices architecture

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and mobile-specific services

Understanding of mobile security best practices, data encryption, and compliance requirements

Leadership & Management

3+ years of experience leading development teams of 5-15 members

Proven track record of managing distributed and remote teams across different time zones

Experience with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and project management tools

Strong communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

Demonstrated ability to mentor junior and mid-level developers

Client & Business Acumen

Direct client-facing experience in a consulting or service-based environment

Experience working with Fortune 500 clients and understanding enterprise requirements

Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and vice versa

Experience in stakeholder management and building long-term client relationships

Understanding of software development lifecycle in enterprise environments

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes)

Experience with mobile analytics, crash reporting, and performance monitoring tools

Previous experience in digital transformation projects

Understanding of industry-specific compliance requirements (retail, healthcare, finance, etc.)