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Fanatics · 17 hours ago

Engineering Manager- Mobile

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform, and they are seeking a Mobile Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on mobile and frontend experiences. This role involves mentoring engineers, shaping technical direction, and driving execution for their iCasino and Sportsbook apps.

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Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of frontend engineers focused on multiplatform (Kotlin) and web-based experiences
Cultivate a culture of innovation, ownership, and inclusion—empowering engineers to experiment, learn, and deliver high-impact work
Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and Backend teams to define clear technical and business goals
Drive sprint planning, technical reviews, and architecture discussions with clarity and accountability
Champion data-driven decisions, using metrics to guide team performance and project prioritization
Invest in the professional development of your team—providing feedback, coaching, and career growth opportunities
Own the design, development, and evolution of scalable frontend systems built with Kotlin Multiplatform, ensuring consistency and performance across Android, iOS, and Web
Architect, implement, and maintain shared codebases and reusable UI components across platforms
Collaborate with backend leaders to define APIs and integration strategies that enable seamless user experiences
Drive best practices in observability, testing, performance optimization, and operational excellence
Lead technical execution for complex projects from ideation to delivery, balancing short-term delivery with long-term architectural health
Actively contribute to code reviews, ensuring quality and maintainability while mentoring engineers on technical craftsmanship
Stay ahead of emerging frontend technologies, evaluating tools and frameworks that can enhance team productivity or user experience

Qualification

Kotlin MultiplatformFrontend architecture patternsMobile engineering experienceAgile/Scrum environmentsCross-platform productsMentoring engineersCollaboration with stakeholdersContinuous improvementTeam leadershipCommunication skills

Required

2+ years of experience in engineering leadership or technical management, with a track record of growing and mentoring teams
5+ years of frontend or mobile engineering experience, with deep expertise in Kotlin and Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP)
Demonstrated success delivering cross-platform products that serve millions of users
Strong understanding of frontend architecture patterns (e.g., MVI, MVVM) and modern frameworks (e.g., Jetpack Compose, React, SwiftUI)
Proven experience collaborating closely with backend, product, and design stakeholders
Strong communication and influencing skills; able to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
Experience managing in Agile/Scrum environments and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Preferred

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience managing distributed or remote teams
Familiarity with Material Design, cross-platform APIs, and mobile/web interoperability
Experience leading technical decisions in high-growth or startup environments
Passion for sports, gaming, or entertainment technology

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
Paid time off
GymPass
Pet Insurance
Family Care Benefits
Home office setup stipend

Company

Fanatics

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Fanatics is a sports merchandise retailer that manufactures fan gear and jerseys across retail channels. It is a sub-organization of Kynetic.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$4.9B
Key Investors
Clearlake Capital GroupNational Football LeagueAlameda Research
2022-12-06Private Equity· $700M
2022-03-02Private Equity· $1.5B
2022-01-01Series Unknown· $10M

Leadership Team

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Joseph Bozich
Advisor to Chief Executive Officer
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Michael Mahan
CEO
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