• Lead the architecture and development of primary mobile applications for iOS (iPad focus) and Android, ensuring maximum performance and reliability in the field. • Develop complex real-time visualization features, including maps, live video streaming, and dynamic telemetry overlays. • Drive the selection and implementation of mobile-first technologies, balancing the speed of cross-platform frameworks with the performance and hardware access of native development. • Optimize mobile applications for battery efficiency, memory usage, and low-latency data processing—critical for long-duration field operations. • Implement robust offline-first synchronization patterns to ensure mission continuity in areas with intermittent connectivity. • Collaborate with backend and hardware teams to define efficient API contracts and low-level communication protocols. • Work closely with UI/UX designers to implement interfaces adapted for varying field conditions. • Mentor junior developers and establish mobile best practices for CI/CD, automated testing, and crash reporting. • Ensure compliance with high-security standards and data privacy regulations across all mobile touchpoints.