The Software Development Team Lead for the Client & Mobile Experience team will lead the development of cutting-edge, responsive, and engaging user interfaces for SunBet's online iGaming platform. The role will guide a team of engineers building web and mobile applications that deliver seamless gameplay, real-time interactions, and rich visual experiences across devices. This role requires deep technical expertise in frontend and mobile technologies, a strong understanding of UX principles, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Job Scope & Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of high-performance web and mobile applications for iGaming
Ensure smooth integration with backend services, real-time data streams, and third-party APIs
Champion responsive design, accessibility, and cross-platform consistency
Manage and mentor a team of 5-8 frontend and mobile engineers
Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development planning
Promote a culture of experimentation, quality, and accountability
Own the delivery of client-side features, including game lobbies, user profiles, wallets, and promotional interfaces
Collaborate with product, design, QA, and compliance teams to ensure timely and compliant releases
Drive sprint planning, backlog grooming, and release coordination
Guide mobile app development across iOS and Android using native or cross-platform frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter)
Optimize for performance, battery usage, and app store compliance
Monitor crash analytics and user feedback to drive continuous improvement
Ensure client applications meet regulatory and security standards (e.g., responsible gaming, data privacy)
Collaborate with InfoSec and Legal teams to implement secure authentication and data handling
Education
Bachelor's in Computer science, Software Engineering, or related field required
Master's in Computer science, Software Engineering, or related field advantageous
Experience
8 years' experience in frontend/mobile development, inclusive of 1-2 years in a leadership role
Experience in iGaming, fintech, or other regulated industries
Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, React Native, or Flutter
Experience with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and real-time data handling
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, app store deployment, and analytics tools
Exposure to A/B testing, feature flags, and user segmentation
Behavioural Competencies
Problem-solving & Decision Making
Managing Customer & Stakeholder relationships
Applying expertise and technology
Collaboration & Communication
Agile & Adaptable
Customer-centric Orientation
Execution & Delivery Focus
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
People Management
Technical Compentencies
Knowledge & Application: Frontend & Web Technologies
Knowledge & Application: mobile development
Knowledge & Application: Integration & Backend Interaction
Knowledge & Application: Architecture & Design
Knowledge of game engines, animation libraries, or WebGL
* Understanding of localisation, multi-currency support and regional compliance
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