Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide far greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Our platform serves as the technology backbone for modern transit networks, transforming antiquated and siloed public transportation systems into smart, data-driven, and efficient digital networks. With hundreds of agency partners around the world, Via is recognized as the leading transportation technology and service provider globally.
As a Mobile Engineering Manager at Via, you’ll lead the development of product areas within our mobile apps that helps transit agencies deliver reliable and efficient service to their communities. You’ll guide a team of engineers in building something entirely new while working closely with other teams to ensure the product integrates seamlessly into Via’s ecosystem. This role offers the unique opportunity to create from the ground up while leveraging the strengths of an established platform to maximize impact.
About the Role:
- Lead the development of key mobile initiatives, such as improving rider/driver app performance, reliability, and user experience across iOS and Android
- Own and execute a roadmap focused on scalability (e.g. handling peak demand, optimizing app responsiveness, and reducing latency across core user flows)
- Drive cross-functional projects with Product, Design, and Backend teams to launch new features end-to-end, from concept through production
- Improve engineering quality and velocity by introducing better development practices, strengthening code review standards, and evolving mobile architecture
- Build and grow a high-performing team by hiring, mentoring, and supporting engineers across different levels
- Identify and lead improvements to team processes (e.g. release cycles, CI/CD, testing frameworks) to increase efficiency and reduce friction
- Contribute to broader mobile initiatives, such as aligning on shared tooling, frameworks, and long-term platform strategy
About You:
- 7+ years of experience building mobile applications (iOS or Android), including experience working on production-scale apps
- Proven experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects end-to-end
- Strong understanding of mobile architecture, performance optimization, and modern development practices (e.g. CI/CD, testing, MVVM)
- Comfortable working across mobile, backend, and product domains to deliver cohesive solutions
- Collaborative and pragmatic, able to balance speed with quality and make thoughtful trade-offs
- Hands-on and detail-oriented when needed, while still operating effectively at a leadership level
- Clear communicator who builds trust across teams and creates a positive, inclusive team environment
What we Offer:
- Becoming part of a company that was awarded for its commitment to social good
- Competitive compensation including variable pay and equity
- A hybrid working model and a spacious office near Chancery Lane where you can enjoy weekly team lunches
- Comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid parental leave, and health scheme offered through AXA
- Partnership with YellowNest, a salary exchange benefit that helps reduce childcare fees for working parents
- Cycle to Work Scheme - multiple options via Green Commute Initiative (GCI)
There has never been a more exciting time to be on the cutting edge of public mobility. Ready to join the ride?
Via is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- 7+ years of experience building mobile applications (iOS or Android)
- Experience working on production-scale mobile apps
- Proven experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects end-to-end
- Strong understanding of mobile architecture, performance optimization, and modern development practices (CI/CD, testing, MVVM)
- Comfortable working across mobile, backend, and product domains
- Experience hiring, mentoring, and growing engineering teams
- Hands-on engineering capability while operating at a leadership level
- Clear communication skills and ability to build a positive, inclusive team environment
What We Do
We build technology that changes the way the world moves. Our guiding principle is simple: the future of transportation is dynamic, shared public mobility — the kind that reduces carbon emissions across cities, compliments existing transit infrastructure, and provides equitable access to efficient, affordable ways of getting around. For everyone.
Why Work With Us
You’ll work in an established startup that’s growing at staggering speed. We have plenty of room for the most bold among us to dream it up and make it happen. You’ll be empowered to experiment, and encouraged to challenge what we’ve already done while making stuff no one’s even thought of yet.
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