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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Mobile App Developer/Architect - **Company:** Sony USA Foundation Inc - **Location:** San Diego, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $116,157.0 - $154,877.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** ASP.NET, Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Android Software Development, Apple IOS, Apple TV, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Mobile Application Development, Code Generation, Software Quality, DevOps, Mobile Application Software, Software Tools, Webui, Systems Integration, GitHub Copilot, Software Application Programming, Swift (Programming Language), Kotlin, React Native, React Redux, Google Play, Restful APIs, GPT - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://sonyglobal.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/SonyGlobalCareers/job/Remote---Virginia/Lead-Mobile-App-Developer-Architect_JR-119453 ## About the Role * 5 years experience building high quality mobile applications * Able to bootstrap completely new applications, from initial concept through to publishing on app stores * Extensive experience using React Native to build cross-platform apps for iOS, Android, and AppleTV * Familiar with automated packaging and deployment for the Apple and Google Play stores (e.g. fastlane, Bitrise) * Experience building native modules using Swift, Kotlin and Java * Proven experience building applications that consume REST APIs * Knowledge of authentication and authorization concepts, with practical application in mobile app development * Experience using Redux and RTK Query for React Native state management * Experience working with fully remote teams * Experience with AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT for code generation, or similar platforms) * Demonstrated ability to evaluate and integrate AI tools to improve code quality, reduce development time, and maintain best practices * Understanding of AI limitations and responsible AI usage in production software Preferred Skills * Experience with digital media concepts * Previous experience with integrating video playback into mobile apps, including Digital Rights Management integration * Working knowledge of server-side REST API development, ideally with C# and ASP.Net * Track record of staying current with latest Web UI technologies The anticipated base pay range for this position is $116,157 to $154,877. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. ## Description Lead * Drive feature and architecture improvements to Ci's Mobile Applications * Mentor team members in mobile app development best practices * Champion adoption of AI-assisted development tools and methodologies within the team Develop * Code daily and implement key critical features on Ci's Mobile Apps * Assist team members with challenging mobile app development problems * Create and maintain automated test frameworks * Leverage AI-assisted development tools to enhance code quality and development velocity Collaborate * Provide feedback into the UX/UI design process to ensure designs can be implemented * Work with the Product team to define the mobile app roadmap * Coordinate mobile app development with teams building browser and REST API improvements * Work with the DevOps team to enhance build/package/deploy procedures * Work with the QA team to optimize testing procedures and cross-device support verification ## Related Videos - [There's an app for that - on the role of cross platform development in the app development ecosystem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/278-there-s-an-app-for-that-on-the-role-of-cross-platform-development-in-the-app-development-ecosystem) - [Kotlin Multiplatform - True power of native code reuse](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/4-kotlin-multiplatform-true-power-of-native-code-reuse) - [ Evaluating AI models for code comprehension](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1462-evaluating-ai-models-for-code-comprehension) - [Xcode development redefAIned](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100195-xcode-development-redefained) - [Why Kotlin is the better Java and how you can start using it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/661-why-kotlin-is-the-better-java-and-how-you-can-start-using-it) - [Speak, Code, Deploy: Transforming Developer Experience with Voice Commands](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1159-speak-code-deploy-transforming-developer-experience-with-voice-commands) ## Related Articles - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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