Mobile Architect (Remote)
About the role As a Mobile Architect, you will make an impact by leading the architecture, design, and technical direction of native iOS and Android solutions that power critical business applications. You will be a valued member of the mobile engineering team and work collaboratively with product owners, architects, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive technical excellence and ensure scalable, high-quality mobile experiences. In this role, you will:
- Provide architectural and technical leadership across native iOS and Android development, influencing design decisions and engineering best practices.
- Architect, design, and guide implementation of complex mobile systems and major application components across both platforms.
- Conduct technical reviews and support the team in resolving production issues and optimizing application performance.
- Mentor and coach engineering team members to elevate overall technical capability.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define the mobile architecture roadmap and evaluate feasibility of mobile solutions.
Work model We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Englewood, Colorado. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project, business, or client requirements.
- *Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future**
What you need to have to be considered
- 8+ years of professional experience building native iOS and/or Android applications.
- 1+ years developing and debugging for both platforms.
- Experience architecting and maintaining complex mobile solutions with multiple systems and integrations.
- Ability to design mobile features that interface with internal and external systems.
- Strong understanding of modern software development processes in distributed environments.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Experience mentoring and guiding technical team members.
- Published at least one native app for both iOS and Android.
These will help you stand out
- Experience shaping mobile design standards, coding guidelines, or architectural frameworks.
- Familiarity with emerging mobile technologies, tools, and architectural trends.
- Ability to influence technical direction and drive innovation across teams.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply even if you meet only the minimum requirements. Think about your transferable skills and unique experiences that can help you succeed in this role. Salary and other Compensation Applications will be accepted until February 27, 2026. The annual salary for this position is $100,000 – $139,000, depending on experience and qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to applicable plan terms. The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of posting. Cognizant may modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to eligibility requirements:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid holidays plus paid time off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
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