Engineering Manager- Mobile

Overview

At Fanatics Betting & Gaming (FBG), we’re building a world where every fan’s passion is met with cutting-edge digital experiences. The Mobile Engineering Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering that vision—leading a team that shapes the user-facing products and multiplatform experiences that power our iCasino and Sportsbook apps.

As an Engineering Manager- Mobile, you’ll operate at the intersection of leadership and hands-on technical impact. You’ll mentor engineers, shape the direction of our frontend and mobile architecture, and drive execution across Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP), web, and native client experiences. This is a hybrid role that blends technical vision, strategic delivery, and people leadership - perfect for someone who thrives in fast-moving, innovative environments and wants to help define the future of digital sports entertainment.

Responsibilities Leadership & Management

• 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.
  
  

Technical Strategy & Execution

• 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.

Qualifications 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.

If you possess some of these qualifications but not all of them, we still encourage you to apply!

The expected salary range for this role is based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role is eligible for the Fanatics Betting and Gaming annual bonus program and an equity award. *Salary range is listed in USD; actual salary will vary based on location. *Salary Range: $144,000 - $205,000 per year (actual salary will be determined in part by a successful candidate’s geographic location). In addition to base salary, bonus, and equity, full-time employees are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, paid time off, and other benefits like GymPass, Pet Insurance, Family Care Benefits, and more. We’ll also give you $700 to set up your home office! Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Launched in 2021, Fanatics Betting and Gaming is the online and retail sports betting subsidiary of Fanatics, a global digital sports platform. The Fanatics Sportsbook is available to 95% of the addressable online sports bettor market in the U.S. Fanatics Casino is currently available online in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Fanatics Betting and Gaming operates twenty-two retail sports betting locations, including the only sportsbook inside an NFL stadium at Northwest Stadium. Fanatics Betting and Gaming is headquartered in New York with offices in Denver, Leeds and Dublin.