Mobile App Architect

Description:

As a Mobile App Architect at Gap Inc., you will be a crucial leader in defining and building exceptional mobile experiences that bring our iconic brands to our customers' fingertips. You will be responsible for the technical vision, design, and implementation strategy for our customer-facing mobile applications, ensuring they are scalable, performant, secure, and aligned with our overall omnichannel strategy. Your expertise will guide the development teams in creating innovative and engaging mobile solutions that drive brand loyalty and provide a best-in-class customer journey.

What You'll Do

• Foster a collaborative and respectful environment within the engineering teams and with cross-functional partners.
• Champion the adoption of best practices in mobile architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies.
• Proactively engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into robust and scalable mobile app architectures.
• Lead the technical design and blueprinting of new mobile features and enhancements, considering performance, security, and maintainability.
• Evaluate and recommend technology choices, frameworks, and tools for mobile app development.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to mobile development teams, ensuring code quality and adherence to architectural standards.
• Drive the integration of mobile applications with backend systems and other omnichannel platforms.
• Take ownership of the technical roadmap for our mobile applications, anticipating future needs and technological advancements.
• Ensure the security and compliance of our mobile applications.
• Effectively communicate architectural decisions and technical complexities to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Optimize mobile app performance and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Stay current with the latest trends and technologies in mobile development and the retail industry.

Who You Are

• An excellent communicator with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• A customer-centric and results-oriented technology leader passionate about delivering exceptional mobile experiences.
• Deeply knowledgeable and passionate about mobile technologies (iOS, Android, cross-platform frameworks) and thriving in a dynamic, evolving environment.
• A strategic problem solver with a strong analytical mindset and a focus on continuous improvement and innovation in mobile solutions.
• Adaptable and willing to work collaboratively within agile development methodologies and flexible schedules to meet business needs.
• Proficient in utilizing relevant mobile development and architecture tools and technologies.
• Capable of understanding the broader technical landscape and how mobile applications integrate within it.