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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # iOS Technical Lead - **Company:** Vanguard - **Location:** Malvern, PA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Adobe InDesign, Android Software Development, Apple Xcode, Automation of Tests, Mobile Application Development, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data Structures, Dependency Injection, Software Design Patterns, Github, Systems Analysis, IOS SDK, Mobile Application Software, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Web Application Frameworks, Modern Ui, Technical Debt, Git, Information Technology, Splunk, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** http://www.vanguardjobs.com/job/23818228/ios-technical-lead-malvern-pa/?utm_medium=%22mcloud%2Djobads%22&utm_campaign=Technology&utm_content=iOS%20Technical%20Lead&utm_term=181832 ## About the Role * Experience with Native application development * Proficiency in one or more relevant programming languages (e.g. Swift/Objective-C, JavaScript) * Ability to learn new technologies quickly and demonstrate a hands-on understanding * Strong understanding of design patterns, integration patterns/practice, data modeling principles and best practices * A good track record of project delivery for large cross-team projects * Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with engineers, managers, PMs, customers * Experience with Cloud Development Platforms, Mobile/Web development frameworks, and micro-service architecture Preferred Skills: * Demonstrated experience with software engineering fundamentals including object-oriented design, data structures, dependency injection, testable code, and algorithms * Latest iOS SDK / XCode * Swift 5 * CI/CD Pipeline (GitHub Actions / Fastlane) * Git (GitHub) * Honeycomb * Splunk, * Degree in Computer Science or equivalent preferred or relevant experience * 8+ years of software development experience * 5+ years as a mobile developer ## Description Provides expert level IT technical lead services, including the direction, evaluation, selection, configuration, implementation, and integration of new and existing technologies and tools. Are you a passionate iOS Lead? Do you want to work on a state-of-the-art application with modern design, architecture and tools in a truly agile environment? Come join our growing, enthusiastic and talented Mobile development team! Vanguard is building a world-class mobile experience for our clients, and we are hiring top talent to help develop our next generation of native iOS and Android applications. You will be joining a fun, collaborative and inclusive cross-functional team where individuals strong on aptitude and attitude have an opportunity to grow their professional careers through working with some of the most advanced technology, development practices. What it takes: * Partner with architects to implement high-performance mobile applications * Research and summarize adjacent technology trends to provide guidance * Mentor the team on the "how" of better use of existing platform components and performance best practices * Highly collaborative, a fast learner and willing to work wherever you're needed on the team * Demonstrated experience with software engineering fundamentals including object-oriented design, data structures, dependency injection, testable code, and algorithms * Able to effectively communicate technical issues in a manner all can understand * Able to work with Scrum Masters and Product Owners to prioritize work relative to both delivering business value and addressing technical debt * Leads system analysis, design, development, and implementation for our existing mobile native applications. * Translates stories into design & code. Develops well-engineered code and test artifacts backed by automated tests * Research and employs contemporary software development techniques to ensure quality and improve velocity of the team * Elevates code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule. Provides follow-up Production support. 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