Senior iOS Engineer

As a Senior iOS Developer you will design and develop mobile applications for the company's line of language learning products. To be successful in this essential role you must have strong knowledge in iOS development and the ability to work autonomously. You will have proven experience in applying new technologies and solutions to drive engaging consumer-grade applications, ideally in a learning environment.

You will be part of an Agile development team responsible for building innovative, high-performance, scalable native applications using modern iOS technologies and techniques. Responsible for the development and maintenance of applications aimed at a range of iOS devices including mobile phones and tablets., * Design, develop, unit test, and deploy medium and high complexity iOS-based solutions using common standards and frameworks.

• Create & execute automation test strategy for mobile apps across iOS platforms.
• Manage concurrent project efforts and work both independently and in a team environment.
• Collaborate with the product team to ensure technical feasibility for new features and enhancements to the existing features.
• Collaborate with the product team to define, design, and ship new features.
• Scale the iOS team processes; improve release pipeline, build automation and monitoring.
• Demonstrate solid knowledge and understanding of continuous integration.
• Work with designers, backend engineers and product managers to deliver an optimized product and exceptional user experience.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to create prototypes for new and enhanced features.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Organize peer code-reviews to spot problems and ensure quality of the product. Offer guidance to junior members of the team on how to improve code quality and efficiency.
• Prioritize and estimate tasks efficiently, ensuring that scheduled launches happen according to planning. Help more junior team members with their time estimations if needed.
• Partner with other Senior iOS Developers in solving complex challenges in building best-in-class features and product enhancements.
• Promote a culture of partnership, teamwork, innovation and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Previous experience in iOS development, with a proven track record of building successful mobile apps.
• A strong communicator able to seamlessly collaborate with several different teams.
• Experience in implementing consistent testing principles.
• Proficient with Objective-C and Swift.
• Experience with iOS frameworks such as Core Data, Core Animation, etc.
• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect iOS applications to back-end services
• Knowledge of other web technologies and UI/UX standards
• Understanding of Apple's design principles and interface guidelines
• Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools (such as Git, Mercurial or SVN)
• Familiarity with continuous integration
• Robust decision making - based on evidence and data
• Passion for education and learning
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Evident fluency in English, being confident in speaking, reading and writing communication

• Opportunity to work on impactful projects that reach millions of users worldwide.
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture that values diversity and innovation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options. What to expect from Pearson Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022? At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Mondly by Pearson is a leading language learning platform dedicated to making language learning accessible, engaging, and effective. As part of Pearson, we leverage the power of cutting-edge technology to deliver innovative language education solutions to millions of users worldwide. We are looking for a highly skilled iOS Staff Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the development of world-class mobile applications.