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. - Master’s 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.