Mobile Architect

This Hybrid Role (in office Tues-Wed-Thurs) can be based in either Malvern, PA, or Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive mobile and front-end architecture strategy across teams
• Provide technical guidance and standards for React Native and cross-platform mobile development
• Lead proof of concepts (POCs), prototypes, and technical evaluations
• Translate business and product needs into scalable architecture designs
• Partner with engineering and product teams to drive alignment and adoption of architectural decisions
• Influence stakeholders and teams to ensure consistency with architectural standards
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend tools, frameworks, and best practices
• Contribute hands-on through example implementations and prototype development

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years related work experience, with at least three years of technology architect experience
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred
• Strong expertise in React Native (required)
• Experience building cross-platform mobile applications (iOS and Android)
• Proficiency in TypeScript and modern front-end development practices
• Experience defining and implementing application architecture and design patterns
• Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate technical decisions across teams and stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with React (web) or broader front-end ecosystems
• Exposure to AWS or cloud-based architectures
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, and modern delivery practices
• Background in large-scale, enterprise environments

Special Factors

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.