Lead Mobile Developer (iOS/Android) - Contract

Role: Lead Mobile Developer (iOS/Android)
Location: Remote (UK-Based)
Clearance: SC Eligible (Active SC highly desirable)
Rate: Up to £650 per day
Engagement: Contract (Inside IR35)

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Mobile Developer with strong hands-on expertise across both iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin/Java) platforms. This is a leadership-focused position overseeing mobile engineering delivery within a high-profile public sector programme. Previous experience working with UK Government digital services is highly advantageous.

This role is fully remote, and candidates must be UK-based and eligible for SC Clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional mobile engineering team delivering iOS and Android applications.
• Own technical decision-making, mobile architecture, and best practices.
• Oversee code quality, development standards, and delivery pipelines.
• Collaborate with Product, Design, and Security teams to ensure secure and seamless user experiences.
• Guide junior developers and conduct code reviews.
• Ensure applications are secure, scalable, and compliant with government standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Extensive commercial experience in both iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin/Java) development.
• Proven track record as a Technical Lead/Lead Developer in mobile environments.
• Strong understanding of mobile frameworks, design patterns, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience delivering solutions within highly secure or regulated environments.
• SC Eligible (must have lived in the UK for the last 5 years).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with GDS, or other UK Government bodies.
• Knowledge of government security standards and secure development principles.
• Experience with React Native or cross-platform tooling (nice to have).

What's On Offer

• Up to £650/day (Inside IR35)
• Fully remote working
• Opportunity to lead high-impact UK public sector mobile initiatives
• Long-term project potential

How to Apply

If you meet the criteria and are interested in this opportunity, please send your updated CV and availability. Early applications are encouraged.