Senior IOS Engineer (SDE2/3)

Job Description: Senior iOS Engineer ( SDE - 2/3 )

Salary: competitive

Location: Hyderabad

Employment Type: Full-Time

Required Experience - 4-7 Years

Position Overview:

We are looking for a talented Senior iOS Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of a state-of-the-art communication and discovery application. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in iOS development (4-7 years), a passion for creating exceptional user experiences, and a strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Application Development:

- Design, develop, and maintain feature-rich, high-performance iOS applications.

- Implement key features such as real-time messaging, media sharing, and push notifications.

- Develop advanced functionalities, including audio/video calling and group chats using WebRTC or similar frameworks.

2. Optimization and Maintenance:

- Optimize application performance for responsiveness, battery usage, and smooth animations.

- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues to ensure app stability and reliability.

3. Collaboration:

- Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend developers to deliver seamless user experiences.

- Coordinate with QA teams to ensure comprehensive testing and timely delivery of app updates.

4. Code Quality:

- Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code using best practices.

- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior team members to maintain high development standards.

5. Innovation and Continuous Learning:

- Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in iOS development and related technologies.

- Suggest and implement improvements to enhance app functionality and user experience.

Requirements:

1. Education:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

- Masters degree preferred but not mandatory.

2. Technical Skills:

- Proficiency in Swift, UIKit, SwiftUI, and Core Data/Realm.

- Experience with AVFoundation for handling audio and video features.

- Strong knowledge of networking technologies like WebSocket and REST APIs.

- Familiarity with App Store guidelines and submission processes.

- Understanding of app security principles, including data encryption and secure storage.

3. Experience:

- 4-7 years of professional experience in iOS development.

- Proven track record of building and deploying complex applications on the App Store.

4. Soft Skills:

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Ability to work in a collaborative environment and meet deadlines.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

5. Preferred Skills:

- Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Bitrise or GitHub Actions for automated builds and deployments.

- Experience with Firebase for analytics, crash reporting, and push notifications.

- Exposure to AI/ML frameworks like Core ML for advanced features such as chatbots or text analysis.

Why Join Us

- Opportunity to work on a high-impact, innovative project in the messaging domain.

- Collaborate with a dynamic team in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

- Access to continuous learning opportunities and cutting-edge technologies.

- Competitive compensation and benefits package.