About the role
Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide far greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Our platform serves as the technology backbone for modern transit networks, transforming antiquated and siloed public transportation systems into smart, data-driven, and efficient digital networks. With hundreds of agency partners around the world, Via is recognized as the leading transportation technology and service provider globally.
As a Mobile Team Lead at Via, you’ll lead the development of product areas within our mobile apps that helps transit agencies deliver reliable and efficient service to their communities. You’ll guide a team of engineers in building something entirely new while working closely with other teams to ensure the product integrates seamlessly into Via’s ecosystem. This role offers the unique opportunity to create from the ground up while leveraging the strengths of an established platform to maximize impact.
About the Role:
- Lead the development of key mobile initiatives, such as improving rider/driver app performance, reliability, and user experience across iOS and Android
- Own and execute a roadmap focused on scalability (e.g. handling peak demand, optimizing app responsiveness, and reducing latency across core user flows)
- Drive cross-functional projects with Product, Design, and Backend teams to launch new features end-to-end, from concept through production
- Improve engineering quality and velocity by introducing better development practices, strengthening code review standards, and evolving mobile architecture Build and grow a high-performing team by hiring, mentoring, and supporting engineers across different levels
- Identify and lead improvements to team processes (e.g. release cycles, CI/CD, testing frameworks) to increase efficiency and reduce friction