Principal Mobile Architect

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mobile Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of our mobile applications across multiple platforms. This role requires a deep understanding of both cross‑platform and native mobile development, strong leadership skills, and a passion for building high‑quality, user‑friendly mobile experiences. You will be a key contributor to shaping our mobile strategy and driving innovation in our mobile products. Essential Responsibilities Increases results & effectiveness of all software engineers in a large domain Sets the technology roadmap for a domain Adapts their role to the need, selecting the most effective means of realizing their technical goals Provides advice and counsel to senior executives within PayPal, influencing the development of multi‑year business strategies Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments and takes initiative to achieve results Handles ambiguous and unfamiliar situations and uses creativity to deliver decisive resolutions Uses discovery & exploratory research, not being limited to technical domains, to make successful decisions Identifies themes & trends that span projects and teams, and finds broadly impactful opportunities for improvement Uses professional savvy to determine when industry‑standard solutions can be adopted, versus when a problem space warrants a novel solution (“build/buy”) Mentor others as a means of propagating technical influence, and to enhance the performance of their organization Minimum Qualifications 10+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Let’s Talk About Responsibilities Architectural Design: design and implement overall architecture for our mobile applications, ensuring scalability, performance, maintainability, and security; define the technical stack, choose appropriate frameworks and libraries, and establish coding standards and best practices. Cross‑Platform Development: lead the development of cross‑platform applications using frameworks like React Native, Flutter, or similar technologies, targeting both iOS and Android platforms. Native Development (iOS & Android): provide expertise and guidance on native iOS (Swift/Objective‑C) and Android (Kotlin/Java) development when needed for platform‑specific features or performance optimization. Technical Leadership: mentor and guide mobile developers, provide technical expertise, conduct code reviews, and foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing. Technology Evaluation: research and evaluate new mobile technologies, frameworks, and tools to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Performance Optimization: identify and address performance bottlenecks, optimize application speed and memory usage, and ensure a smooth and responsive user experience. Testing & Quality Assurance: collaborate with QA teams to develop and implement comprehensive testing strategies, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, bug‑free applications. Collaboration: work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and deliver solutions that meet business needs. Code Reviews: conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to standards, and best practices. Documentation: create and maintain technical documentation related to the mobile architecture, development processes, and best practices. Staying Current: stay up‑to‑date with the latest trends and advancements in mobile technology and development. Let’s Talk About Qualifications And Experience Required Extensive Mobile Development Experience: 14+ years designing, developing, and deploying mobile applications on both iOS and Android platforms. Cross‑Platform Expertise: strong understanding and experience with cross‑platform mobile development frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter). Native Mobile Development Expertise: solid understanding of native iOS (Swift/Objective‑C) and Android (Kotlin/Java) development, including platform‑specific features and best practices. Architectural Patterns: deep understanding of mobile architectural patterns (e.g., MVVM, MVP, Clean Architecture) and their application. API Integration: experience with RESTful APIs, web services, and cloud API technologies like API Gateways. DevOps: good understanding of mobile devops practices and expertise in tools such as GitHub, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Fastlane, TestFlight, Firebase suite, etc. Must develop automation scripts and pipelines. Good understanding of containerization technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, etc. Cloud: exposure to AWS cloud services like API Gateways, EKS, EventBridge, Kinesis streams, RDS, DynamoDB, etc.; ability to understand cloud architecture and ideate confidently. Performance Optimization: expertise in identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks in mobile applications. Exposure to APM and monitoring technologies such as Datadog, CloudWatch, Firebase, etc. Testing & Debugging: proficiency in mobile testing frameworks and debugging tools. Version Control: experience with GitHub and other version control systems. Agile Methodologies: familiarity with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban). Excellent Communication Skills: strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences. Problem‑Solving Skills: strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues. Leadership Skills: ability to mentor and guide other developers, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. Preferred Knowledge of mobile security best practices. Experience with UI/UX design principles. Contributions to open‑source mobile projects. Salary & Compensation Base pay will depend on location and experience. Example pay ranges: San Jose, California: $218,000 – $323,950 annually Austin, Texas: $198,000 – $294,250 annually Additional compensation may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation. 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