Technical Lead - AA

As a Technical Lead - AA at Gorilla Logic, you'll be responsible for providing technical leadership to cross-functional teams, making key technical implementation decisions, and overseeing the design and build of mobile apps for iOS and Android platforms. You'll also mentor other developers and ensure optimal collaboration between teams, ensuring seamless execution of project requirements.

To qualify for the Technical Lead - AA position at Gorilla Logic, candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, along with at least 5 years of mobile application development experience and 3 years with React Native. Additionally, strong problem-solving skills, proficiency in English, and experience with REST and JSON are essential.

In the Technical Lead - AA role at Gorilla Logic, your contributions will be pivotal in driving team success. By mentoring developers, making informed technical decisions, and ensuring high-quality application design and performance, you will facilitate effective collaboration and enhance the overall productivity of the agile teams.

Mentoring is a crucial aspect of the Technical Lead - AA role at Gorilla Logic as it helps to cultivate talent within the team. You will guide and support developers, sharing your expertise in mobile application development and best practices which fosters a learning environment that ultimately leads to stronger team performance.

A Technical Lead - AA at Gorilla Logic should be well-versed in mobile application development, particularly with React Native. Familiarity with offline storage, threading, performance tuning, and backend development with technologies like .Net/C# or Java/Spring is also beneficial. Experience with various tools for app distribution like TestFlight or Firebase can set you apart.

When faced with technical decisions, I prioritize understanding the project requirements and gathering input from the team. Analyzing the pros and cons of various options ensures that we choose the most effective solution that aligns with both client goals and user needs.

In my previous roles, I've developed several applications using React Native, focusing on building high-performance, cross-platform apps. I ensure adherence to best practices and leverage tools like Redux for state management to create seamless user experiences.

I believe in a hands-on approach to mentorship, encouraging junior developers to work alongside me on projects. Regular code reviews and constructive feedback help them grow, while I also provide resources for self-learning and promote knowledge-sharing sessions within the team.

To foster collaboration, I prioritize open communication and regular check-ins with team members from different functions. Using collaboration tools like Jira or Trello allows us to keep track of progress and address any roadblocks promptly.

Once, during the development of a mobile app, we faced significant latency issues. By profiling the app and identifying performance bottlenecks, I guided the team to optimize data handling and implement lazy loading, resulting in a much smoother user experience.

I've worked extensively in agile environments for several years. I apply agile principles by organizing regular sprints, conducting daily stand-ups, and ensuring continuous feedback, which helps adapt to changing requirements and enhances team cohesion.

In high-pressure situations, I prioritize tasks based on impact and feasibility, maintaining clear communication with the team. Establishing realistic timelines and breaking down the work into manageable chunks ensure that we stay on track while delivering a high-quality product.

I typically use tools like Fastlane to automate app releases, which streamlines the process significantly. Additionally, I favor using TestFlight for iOS distribution and Firebase for Android, ensuring that beta testers have a smooth experience.

I regularly follow industry blogs, attend webinars, and participate in developer communities. Engaging with fellow professionals helps me stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices, which I can incorporate into our projects to maintain a competitive edge.

Key indicators of a successful mobile application include user retention rates, satisfaction feedback, and performance metrics such as loading times and responsiveness. I closely monitor analytics to assess these factors and drive iterative improvements.