Founding iOS Engineer

Job: Founding iOS Engineer

Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid - Local Candidates Only)

Position Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

About Us: We are partnering with a visionary startup in Boston that is seeking a driven and talented Founding iOS Engineer to lead the development of their iOS application and shape the technical direction of their mobile platform. This is a rare opportunity to join an early-stage team and have a significant impact on a company’s growth and success.

Position Overview: The Founding iOS Engineer will take ownership of the end-to-end development of the company’s iOS application. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic vision, and entrepreneurial spirit. The ideal candidate is eager to work in a fast-paced startup environment and play a key role in building a product that will redefine the industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of the company’s iOS application.

• Collaborate closely with the founding team to define product vision and technical strategy.

• Build scalable and maintainable codebases, leveraging best practices in iOS development.

• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and technical challenges.

• Integrate with backend services and APIs to deliver seamless functionality.

• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building a strong engineering culture.

• Stay ahead of iOS development trends and technologies to ensure the application remains cutting-edge.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of professional experience in iOS application development.

• Expertise in Swift and Objective-C, with a strong understanding of iOS frameworks such as UIKit, Core Data, and Core Animation.

• Experience building and launching applications in the App Store.

• Proficiency in mobile architecture and design patterns.

• Familiarity with backend integration, including RESTful APIs and GraphQL.

• Knowledge of mobile CI/CD pipelines and testing frameworks.

• Passion for startups and a strong entrepreneurial mindset.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.