Manager, Software Engineering, Android
Company: Dow Jones & Company, Inc.
Location: New York
Posted on: October 10, 2024
Job Description:
Manager, Software Engineering, Android in NEW YORK, New YorkJob
Description: Manager, Mobile EngineeringWe are seeking an
experienced Engineering Manager with a strong background in Android
development to join our esteemed Technology team at Dow Jones. In
this role, you will help lead our mobile engineering team,
overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of our mobile
applications. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams,
you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality,
performant, and user-friendly mobile experiences that align
seamlessly with Dow Jones' unparalleled commitment to delivering
trusted news and financial insights to our global audience.The
Right PersonAs a mobile engineering manager, with a passion for
technology, user experience, and storytelling. You thrive on
challenges and constantly seek opportunities to learn in the
ever-evolving landscape of mobile development. Your expertise lies
in native mobile technologies, and you possess a strong track
record of hands-on experience in this domain.You excel at leading
technical discussions and formulating strategic plans to address
complex engineering problems. Your leadership extends beyond
ideation, as you are adept at driving the execution of these plans
with efficiency. You take initiative on critical projects, guiding
teams towards successful outcomes.Moreover, you're not just looking
for another managerial role; you're driven by a sense of purpose
and understand the significance of journalism in society. You're
passionate about using your skills to contribute meaningfully to
the public mission of journalism, aiming to make a lasting impact
through your work. This role will report to the Director of Mobile
Technology.Responsibilities
- Lead a team of mobile engineers, providing guidance, coaching,
and support to foster their professional growth and
development.
- Delegate effectively to empower team members and scale yourself
without micromanaging, providing autonomy while maintaining
accountability.
- Drive the technical direction and architectural decisions for
our mobile applications, ensuring scalability, reliability, and
maintainability.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other
stakeholders to define requirements, prioritize features, and plan
development sprints.
- Oversee the end-to-end development lifecycle of mobile
applications, from concept to deployment and maintenance.
- Ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards for
mobile development, with a focus on performance optimization, user
interface design, and platform compatibility.
- Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best
practices in mobile development, and incorporate relevant
advancements into our processes and products.
- Manage the app submission process for Apple App Store and
Google Play Store, ensuring compliance with platform guidelines and
addressing any issues or rejections.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous
improvement within the mobile engineering team and across the
organization.
- Maintain a balance between managerial responsibilities and
hands-on contribution to code, participating in code reviews,
architecture discussions, and occasional coding tasks to stay
connected with the technical aspects of the projects.Preferred
Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related
field.
- 7+ years of experience in mobile application development.
- Prior experience in a leadership or management role, with a
track record of successfully leading and mentoring engineering
teams.
- Proficiency in native mobile development languages and
frameworks, such as Swift and/or Kotlin.
- Deep understanding of mobile performance optimization
techniques, user interface design principles, and platform-specific
APIs.
- Experience with mobile app deployment processes, including app
store submissions, code signing, and release management.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability
to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and
stakeholders.
- Proactive attitude towards learning and adapting to new
technologies and industry trends.Our Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans
- Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources
- Family Care Benefits & Caregiving SupportLearn more about all
our US benefits.#LI-HybridReasonable accommodation: Dow Jones,
Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer
and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age,
national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
law.EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets.Business Area: Dow Jones -
TechnologyJob Category: Software Product EngineeringUnion Status:
Non-Union rolePay Range: $150,000 - $185,000We recognize that
attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a
company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring
competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract
the best candidates.Pay-for-performance is a key element in our
strategy to attract, engage, and motivate talented people to do
their best work.If you are a current employee at Dow Jones, do not
apply here. Please go to the Career section on your Workday
homepage and view "Find Jobs - Dow Jones." Thank you.Req ID:
43301
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