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 Expertise8+ years of mobile application development experience with strong expertise in iOS platformProficiency in Swift, Objective-C for iOS developmentStrong experience in using modern UI frameworks like SwiftUIStrong understanding of mobile architecture patterns (MVVM, MVI, Clean Architecture)Hands-on experience with mobile testing frameworks and automation toolsKnowledge of backend integration, RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and microservices architectureExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and mobile-specific servicesUnderstanding of mobile security best practices, data encryption, and compliance requirementsLeadership & Management3+ years of experience leading development teams of 5-15 membersProven track record of managing distributed and remote teams across different time zonesExperience with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and project management toolsStrong communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiencesDemonstrated ability to mentor junior and mid-level developersClient & Business AcumenDirect client-facing experience in a consulting or service-based environmentExperience working with Fortune 500 clients and understanding enterprise requirementsAbility to translate business needs into technical solutions and vice versaExperience in stakeholder management and building long-term client relationshipsUnderstanding of software development lifecycle in enterprise environmentsPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of DevOps practices and tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes)Experience with mobile analytics, crash reporting, and performance monitoring toolsPrevious experience in digital transformation projectsUnderstanding of industry-specific compliance requirements (retail, healthcare, finance, etc.)