Job Description

Job Title: Android 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 Android 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 Android 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 Android platform
Proficiency in Kotlin, Java for Android development
Strong experience in using modern UI frameworks like Jetpack Compose
Strong understanding of mobile architecture patterns (MVP, 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.)

About CoSourcing Partners - Enterprise-AI and IT Services Company

We are a Chicago-based Enterprise-AI and IT Services Company. Our portfolio of professional solutions enables our partners to maximize their investments and capacity in the achievement of business goals and the realization of rapid returns. Whether it’s a technology hurdle or a resource challenge, we have the answers.

IA Solutions: Ai/IT Solutions:

- Advisory Services - Time & Material

- Process Identification - Statement of Work

- Process Assessment - Contract-to-hire

- Guidance - Direct Hire

- Development - Project-based Engagements

- RPA Support Team

- Managed Services

- Governance

Founded on providing strong sustainable business solutions that are value centric, our focus is on your bottom line.

Our approach to partnership & commitment to success afford us longstanding, trusted enterprise relationships.

Industry

Unknown

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Year Founded

2011

Website

cosourcingpartners.com

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