Senior Engineer (Apps) - Remote

Overview

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.

In Short

• We are looking for a Senior Engineer (Apps) with a strong background in native app development.
• This role focuses on people management and developing iOS and Android engineers.
• Lead hiring efforts to strengthen the team’s technical expertise.
• Contribute to technical discussions and collaborate across teams.
• Support a high-performing and supportive engineering culture.
• Champion engineering excellence and best practices in mobile development.
• Help shape the strategic direction of the FT’s mobile apps.
• Work in a supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Be part of a team modernising mobile applications at FT.
• Benefit from generous annual leave and medical cover.

Requirements

• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Extensive experience with Swift (iOS) and Kotlin (Android).
• Solid full-stack JavaScript knowledge.
• A keen understanding of hiring and career development in mobile engineering.
• A strategic mindset for balancing long-term goals with immediate needs.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave and medical cover.
• Inclusive parental leave packages.
• Subsidised gym memberships.
• Opportunities to give back to the community.
• Flexible working pattern requests accommodated.