Director of Engineering, Mobile at Via

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District, Israel

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Transportation, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as a director or group manager leading leaders
At least 5 years of experience managing mobile teams including evaluating technologies, work methods, architecture and design
At least 8 years of hands on experience building complex mobile apps in iOS, Android or Flutter
Experience working on high scale, production grade systems
A strong leader who inspires, motivates and mentors teams to reach their full potential
An all-around team player and self-motivated individual
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical topics to non technical partners
Experience combining full stack and mobile is a big advantage
BSc in Computer Science, Mathematics, or any related degree

Responsibilities

Lead and execute on a long term vision and strategy for Via’s mobile teams
Drive the technical direction and roadmap for mobile development, working closely with cross-functional teams to prioritize initiatives and deliver on business objectives
Coach, support and provide feedback for your direct reports to positively impact their career development and growth
Act as a subject matter expert in mobile engineering, providing guidance and thought leadership to teams within our R&D center
Improve engineering-wide processes and practices in collaboration with other engineering leaders
Create a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusion
Put together strategic plans, designing architecture, promoting testing automation and full CI
Manage and recruit brilliant people, leading and mentoring mobile engineering teams
Ensure high quality delivery with automated test suites, monitoring solutions, CI pipelines

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

iOSAndroidFlutterMobile ArchitectureCI/CDTesting AutomationMobile DevelopmentTeam LeadershipMentoringRecruiting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What does the compensation package include?

The compensation package includes a competitive base salary and equity.

Is this a remote position, or is there an office requirement?

This is a hybrid work arrangement with a lovely office in the heart of TLV, in Midtown, close to the light rail and train station.

What experience is required for this Director of Engineering role?

Candidates need at least 2 years as a director or group manager leading leaders, 5 years managing mobile teams, and 8 years hands-on building complex mobile apps in iOS, Android, or Flutter, plus experience with high-scale systems.

What is the company culture like at Via?

Via fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusion, with strong emphasis on leadership that inspires, motivates, and mentors teams.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates have leadership experience managing mobile teams, hands-on expertise in iOS/Android/Flutter, excellent communication skills, and full stack experience as an advantage, along with a relevant degree.

Via

Digital transportation solutions and network optimization

About Via

Via improves transportation systems by creating efficient digital networks for various clients, including urban and rural residents, corporate employees, students, and patients. Their TransitTech technology offers flexible mobility solutions that enhance convenience and efficiency while reducing costs, especially in student transit. Via also provides planning and scheduling services through their Remix platform, along with the Citymapper for Cities app, which offers insights to strengthen transit networks. The company's goal is to leverage digital technology to enhance transportation efficiency and improve the overall rider experience.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$862.9MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Consulting, HealthcareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries and equity packages.

Health and wellness benefits.

Local volunteer opportunities.

Support for all new parents.

Learning opportunities through our Via-Versity.

Employee Resource Groups.

Risks

Increased competition from AI-integrated transit solutions could challenge Via's market position.

Potential regulatory scrutiny may complicate Via's acquisition of Citymapper.

Expansion in underserved zones may face logistical challenges or community pushback.

Differentiation

Via transforms rigid transit systems into dynamic, on-demand networks.

Via's TransitTech serves diverse clients, from urban dwellers to rural residents.

Via's Citymapper for Cities app provides comprehensive passenger insights.

Upsides

Via's partnership with King County Metro addresses first- and last-mile transit needs.

Microtransit pilot programs with Summit County highlight Via's innovative solutions.

Via's potential acquisition of Citymapper could enhance its Mobility as a Service offerings.

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