Technical Lead – Mobile Apps - .Net/MAUI/Xamarin
About our client:
Our client is a multi-national consultancy supporting a government agency undertaking a major digital transformation initiative. The team is focused on delivering high-quality, user-centric mobile applications that support public services. This is a collaborative, agile environment where innovation, leadership, and technical excellence are valued.
About the role:
We are seeking a Mobile Applications Tech Lead to oversee the development of cross-platform mobile applications using Xamarin and MAUI. This role combines hands-on development with technical leadership, guiding squads through the full application lifecycle while ensuring alignment with best practices and stakeholder expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as a subject matter expert in Xamarin or MAUI mobile development and mobile web/native technologies.
- Lead the technical activities of mobile application development, including design, coding, testing, and implementation.
- Oversee squads to ensure high standards in planning, code reviews, testing, and documentation.
- Provide mentorship and feedback to junior developers to build team capability.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align development with scope, schedule, and release plans.
- Work with UI/UX designers to implement user-friendly, accessible designs.
- Integrate mobile apps with backend services via RESTful APIs.
- Ensure application performance, quality, and responsiveness.
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks, bugs, and security issues.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and technical standards across the organisation.
- Stay current with mobile development trends and tools.
Required Experience:
Mandatory Requirements:
- Must reside in or near Brisbane and be available on-site at least 3 days per week.
- Minimum 9+ years in mobile application development with JavaScript frameworks or Swift/Kotlin.
- At least 5 years of experience building Xamarin or MAUI solutions (Forms or Native).
- Proven experience in cross-platform development for iOS and Android.
- Demonstrated leadership of development squads and client-facing technical guidance.
Desired Skills:
- Australian Baseline Security Clearance (or eligibility to obtain).
- Experience working with government agencies.
- Familiarity with cloud messaging APIs and push notifications.
- Knowledge of CI/CD for mobile applications.
- Proficiency with Git and agile methodologies.
- Understanding of UI/UX design principles.
- Familiarity with the .NET framework.
What’s on offer?
This is a contract role based in Brisbane, Queensland or Melbourne, Victoria for an asap start till 30 June 2026. The rate is a maximum $170 per hour inclusive of super. You’ll work on impactful public-facing mobile applications in a leadership capacity.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. We will be in touch with further instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Please note that you will be required to complete selection criteria to complete your application for this role.
Call Farbar Siddiq on 0489 922 211 or email farbars@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include ID and work rights verification, security clearance validation, and other client-requested checks.