MOBILE Architect c2c contract jobs Chicago, IL

Role:                        MOBILE Architect
Location:                Chicago, IL / ONSITE
Client:                     Capgemini/End client
Experience:            12+

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled SDUI (Server-Driven UI) Architect / Lead to drive the transition of our Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) mobile ordering app from an existing vendor to Capgemini team. 
• Analyze and reverse engineer the existing vendor-provided SDUI solution to extract system architecture, UI rendering logic, and dependencies.
• Document current implementations, including API contracts, caching mechanisms, feature flags, and DSL structures.
• Lead knowledge transfer sessions and onboard internal teams with a structured transition roadmap.
• Establish ownership of SDUI components, ensuring a smooth migration to existing development teams.
?? SDUI Architecture & Implementation
• Design and implement a scalable SDUI framework tailored for a high-volume QSR mobile appwith millions of active users.
• Optimize menu configurations, promotions, loyalty programs, and ordering flows using SDUI-driven dynamic UI updates.
• Work closely with backend teams to define DSL structures, API contracts, and caching strategiesfor efficient UI rendering.
• Implement market-based configurations, feature flagging, and A/B testing to enable rapid iteration and personalization.
? Performance, Scalability & NFR Compliance
• Ensure solutions meet QSR-specific Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs), such as:
o Low-latency ordering for peak hours (e.g., lunch rush).
o High availability & real-time updates for menu changes.
o Offline caching strategies for seamless user experience.
• Optimize API response times, network efficiency, and UI rendering performance to enhance user experience.
?? Cross-Team Collaboration & Technical Leadership
• Partner with Product, UX, and Engineering teams to align SDUI-driven feature rollouts and roadmap execution.
• Collaborate with backend services, CMS, and third-party integrations (e.g., loyalty platforms, POS systems, delivery aggregators).
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and enforce best practices for SDUI adoption and scalable mobile architecture.
?? Post-Transition Support & Continuous Innovation
• Establish monitoring, observability, and CI/CD automation for SDUI updates without requiring app store releases.
• Conduct post-transition audits to identify gaps, optimizations, and future enhancements.
• Explore AI-driven UI personalization, real-time pricing strategies, and ML-based menu recommendations for enhanced user engagement.
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Ideal Candidate Profile:
? Expertise in SDUI-driven mobile architectures for high-traffic QSR or consumer-facing apps.
? Strong knowledge of reverse engineering mobile app architectures, API structures, and rendering engines.
? Deep experience in iOS (SwiftUI), Android (Jetpack Compose), and backend SDUI rendering engines.
? Proven track record in vendor transitions, large-scale app migrations, and technical due diligence.
? Understanding of QSR-specific technologies (e.g., order orchestration, menu management, loyalty, and payments).
? Strong skills in performance tuning, caching strategies, API optimizations, and observability tools.
If you have any queried, do let us know.