Mobile Lead (iOS/Android)

Mobile Lead (iOS/Android) 

About Kalkomey

Kalkomey Enterprises is the trusted guide to outdoor success. Our platform connects millions of people to the outdoors every year, and we are the leading provider of safety-related education for outdoor recreational activities such as hunting, fishing, boating, snowmobiling, and more in North America. Since our founding in 1995, our industry and product expertise has grown such that today, we offer over 360 high-quality online educational courses, a suite of integrated web and mobile applications, and resources tailored to ensure our outdoor enthusiasts recreate safely and successfully.

Kalkomey believes passionately that experiencing the outdoors improves our lives as individuals, families, and communities. We leverage our strong foundation in recreational safety education to become the trusted guide for consumers to experience success in all facets of their outdoor endeavors. As dedicated as we are to our mission, we are equally committed to fostering a work environment that supports our employees’ own strengths and personal passions.
 

The Mobile Lead (iOS/Android) is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and optimization of mobile applications, ensuring high performance, scalability, and user experience. This role involves leading a team of mobile developers, driving best practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class mobile solutions. The Mobile Lead plays a crucial role in defining technical strategies and ensuring seamless mobile experiences for users. 
 

What you will do: 

Mobile App Development Leadership 

• Oversee the architecture, development, and deployment of iOS and Android applications, ensuring high performance and scalability. 

• Ensure mobile experiences meet the needs of our customers first and foremost.  

Technical Strategy 

• Define and implement best practices for mobile development, aligning with business objectives and industry trends. 

• Make decisions based on data and analytical rigor—every change should be measured and validated. 

Team Leadership & Mentorship 

• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of mobile developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation. 

• Encourage curiosity and continuous learning within the team, fostering a growth mindset. 

Cross-Platform Collaboration 

• Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to ensure seamless integration and alignment with product goals. 

• Operate with a One Team mentality—engineering, product, and design working together toward the same goals. 

Code Quality & Standards 

• Enforce coding standards, conduct code reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices in mobile development. 

• Favor pragmatic solutions within established frameworks while allowing for flexibility where needed. 

Performance Optimization 

• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring smooth and efficient app experiences. 

• Iterate frequently and focus on delivering improvements quickly rather than waiting for a “perfect” solution. 

Security & Compliance 

• Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with data protection regulations and app store guidelines. 

• Take full ownership and accountability of the mobile platform, proactively addressing issues. 

Innovation & Emerging Technologies 

• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in mobile technologies, frameworks, and development trends, integrating new tools when relevant. 

Bug Fixing & Troubleshooting 

• Lead efforts to identify, diagnose, and resolve issues in mobile applications. 

Continuous Integration & Deployment (CI/CD) 

• Implement and manage automated build and deployment pipelines to streamline development processes. 

What you will need: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 

• Extensive experience in mobile development for iOS (Swift, Objective-C) and Android (Kotlin, Java). 

• Strong knowledge of mobile architecture patterns (MVVM, MVP, Clean Architecture). 

• Experience with mobile CI/CD pipelines and automation. 

• Familiarity with cross-platform development frameworks like Flutter or React Native is a plus. 

• Strong debugging and performance optimization skills. 

• Proficiency in mobile security best practices and compliance requirements. 

• Experience in managing app store releases and publishing guidelines. 

• Leadership experience with a proven ability to mentor and guide development teams. 

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 

• Strong communication and collaboration skills. 

Competencies 

• Employer matched 401(k)
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance with generous employer contributions (including HSA)
• Maternity and Paternity leave and benefits
• 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, a paid community service day, and a flexible work schedule
• Annual wellness allowance, as well as a paid mental health day once a year for when you need it
• Automatic WFH contribution to each paycheck
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)