Mobile Architect

WHY CRACKER BARREL

What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like…

• Care beyond the table - At Cracker Barrel, we are a team. From the moment you join Cracker Barrel, you should feel cared for, confident in your role and like you belong.

• Opportunities to fill your cup - Here at Cracker Barrel, we believe in providing opportunities for growth and development and setting you up for success within our walls and beyond. From day one, you'll have hands-on, role-specific training and the ability to engage in peer-to-peer learning.

• A warm welcome - For five decades, we have focused on creating a Pleasing People® brand that inspires a 'home away from home' feeling for each other and our guests. We work hard to inspire a sense of belonging that continually motivates our teams - from the newest to the most tenured employees.

Serving up the care - and career - you crave.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Cracker Barrel is seeking a skilled Mobile Architect to join our dynamic team. As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable mobile solutions that enhance our customer experience while delivering the same warmth and hospitality that our physical locations are known for. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of mobile architecture, cross-platform development, and integration with backend systems, as well as a passion for creating intuitive and user-friendly mobile experiences in a collaborative environment.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and develop new features for the Cracker Barrel mobile application.

• Work closely with designers to ensure that the user interface and experience align with Cracker Barrel's brand identity and standards.

• Develop and maintain the overall architecture of mobile applications, ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and high-performing.

• Collaborate with backend teams to design and integrate with external APIs/data sources to provide dynamic functionality within the app.

• Provide technical guidance to development teams, mentoring and supporting engineers in best practices for mobile development.

• Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability, and general reliability.

• Assess and recommend mobile frameworks, tools, and platforms for cross-platform development (e. g. , React Native, Flutter).

• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.

• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.

• Identify and correct bottlenecks and implement strategies for optimization, focusing on both frontend and backend components.

• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization.

• Continuously monitor app performance and user feedback to identify areas for improvement and optimization.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 5+ years of Mobile Architect experience

• Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools. Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to back-end services.

• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of modern Android and iOS architectural patterns.

• Experience with cloud message APIs and push notifications.

• Understanding of Google's Android design principles and interface guidelines.

• Previous experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.

• Proficiency in mobile programming languages (Swift, Kotlin, Java, JavaScript).

• Experience with cross-platform development frameworks (React Native, Flutter, Xamarin).

• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and backend integration.

• Familiarity with mobile security best practices.

*WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU  *

• Compensation and Bonuses: Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Bonus Opportunities

• Care for Your Well-being: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1| Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program

• Growth and Development: Business Resource Groups | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development

• Invest in Your Future: 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program

• Even More to Look Forward to: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items

ABOUT US

For more than 50 years, we have committed to serving up a sense of warmth and hospitality across hundreds of stores across the country. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and development for our 70,000 plus team members and take pride and comfort in that enduring Cracker Barrel hospitality. It's something our employees and guests can count on now and into the future as we welcome new employees, guests, and experiences. Just like uncovering a delightful find in our stores, there is potential for discovery and fulfillment in every job at Cracker Barrel.

PURSUE THE CAREER YOU CRAVE-APPLY NOW

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.

At Cracker Barrel, we believe everyone deserves to feel cared for - we start with our team. To us, care means Culture, Achievement, Responsibility, and Experience and is the foundation for everything we do.

We're welcoming team players and go-above-and-beyond helpers who value what everyone brings to the table. Our passion and commitment to serving others - and each other - bonds us to work together no matter what the fast-paced and unpredictable days bring.

At Cracker Barrel, you're never alone on the journey. Whether you're serving our guests or serving someone who is, you're part of a team that creates a 'home away from home' feeling and encourages opportunities to learn new skills and find fulfillment in every role. We know that when we care for each other, we can create the best experience for our guests - and that's something we all crave.

Ready to gather 'round our table? We're serving up the care - and career - you crave.

to tell us about yourself! We'll get in touch if there's an opportunity that seems like a good fit.

For more than 50 years, we have commit.