<strong>Technical Leadership</strong>· 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<strong>Team Management & Mentorship</strong>· 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<strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong>· 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<strong>Delivery & Operational Excellence</strong>· 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