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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IOS Engineer | Plano/Columbus, US - **Company:** PHOTON, LLC - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $42,000.0 - $147,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Multitier Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, IOS Applications, Apple IOS, Apple Xcode, Applications Architecture, Application Performance Management, Build Automation, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Dependency Injection, Software Design Patterns, Memory Management, Design of User Interfaces, IOS SDK, Mobile Application Software, JSON, Model View ViewModel, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Ui Patterns, Cloud Services, Mobile Analytics, Scaled Agile Framework, Mobile Security, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Uikit, Data Storage Technologies, Swiftui, Concurrency, Ios Frameworks, Software Troubleshooting, Firebase, Backend, Git, Modularization, Core Data, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Cocoapods, Reactive Programming, Tools for Reporting, Asynchronous Programming, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Xctest - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9b243f21dfa61c26 ## About the Role We are looking for an Advanced iOS Developer with strong experience in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality native iOS applications. The ideal candidate should have hands-on expertise in Swift, SwiftUI/UIKit, iOS SDKs, mobile architecture, API integration, and performance optimization, along with the ability to work effectively in an Agile engineering environment., * Advanced proficiency in Swift * Strong experience with iOS SDK, SwiftUI, and UIKit * Strong understanding of iOS application architecture and design patterns * Experience with REST APIs, JSON, networking, and asynchronous programming * Experience with Swift Concurrency (async/await), GCD, and Combine * Strong understanding of memory management, ARC, and performance optimization * Experience with Core Data, UserDefaults, Keychain, and local persistence * Strong knowledge of iOS lifecycle, navigation, accessibility, and responsive UI development * Experience with Xcode, Instruments, XCTest/XCUITest * Proficiency with Git and CI/CD * Understanding of mobile security principles and secure API integration * Experience integrating third-party libraries and SDKs using Swift Package Manager/CocoaPods Preferred Skills * Experience with iOS app modularization and scalable codebases * Knowledge of dependency injection and reactive programming * Experience with Firebase or similar mobile analytics/crash-reporting platforms * Exposure to cloud services and backend technologies * Experience working on enterprise-scale or high-traffic mobile applications * Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies * Exposure to AI-enabled mobile applications or integration with AI/LLM-powered services is a plus Experience * 6+ years of professional iOS development experience, with strong hands-on expertise in native iOS application development. * Proven experience owning complex features or modules from design through production deployment. * Experience working in cross-functional and distributed engineering teams. Education * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Key Competencies Swift | SwiftUI | UIKit | iOS SDK | MVVM/Clean Architecture | REST APIs | Swift Concurrency | Combine | Core Data | XCTest/XCUITest | Git | CI/CD | Performance Optimization | Mobile Security | Agile/Scrum ## Description * Design, develop, and maintain scalable native iOS applications using Swift. * Build responsive and reusable UI components using SwiftUI and UIKit. * Implement robust mobile architectures such as MVVM, VIPER, or Clean Architecture. * Integrate RESTful APIs, third-party SDKs, authentication services, and backend systems. * Write clean, maintainable, testable, and well-documented code. * Develop unit, UI, and integration tests and troubleshoot production issues. * Optimize application performance, memory usage, battery consumption, and startup time. * Implement secure coding practices for authentication, data storage, networking, and sensitive information. * Work with Git-based version control and CI/CD pipelines for automated builds and releases. * Collaborate with product managers, UX/UI designers, backend engineers, QA, and other stakeholders. * Participate in technical design discussions, code reviews, sprint planning, and estimation. * Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide sustainable solutions. * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices. ## Related Videos - [SwiftUI In Production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/134-swiftui-in-production) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Unleash your web skills on native!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/122-unleash-your-web-skills-on-native) - [Unsolved mysteries between Usability and Accessibility in iOS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/737-unsolved-mysteries-between-usability-and-accessibility-in-ios) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) ## Related Articles - [Cross Platform Mobile Development Frameworks to Use in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/404-cross-platform-mobile-development-frameworks-to-use-in-2025) - [A Guide to Choosing the Right Tools for App Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/391-a-guide-to-choosing-the-right-tools-for-app-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)