Software Engineer

Spyrosoft Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior iOS Software Engineer to enhance their media client's mobile applications. The role involves working with Swift and iOS, migrating to modern architectures, and collaborating in a hybrid environment. Strong experience with mobile development and Agile practices is essential. This position offers a full-time contract until March 2026, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Commercial mobile development experience in iOS and Swift.
• Experienced with Swift Package Manager (SPM).
• Knowledge of CocoaPods and migration to SPM.
• Background in Agile Scrum development processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the mobile media player component.
• Collaborate with engineering leadership and junior colleagues.
• Migrate codebase to a more scalable architecture using SPM.
• Write and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

iOS mobile development

Swift programming

Swift Package Manager (SPM)

Objective C

test driven development

Agile Scrum processes

media player development

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Git/Github

Jira/Confluence

CocoaPods

Job description

Job Title: Senior iOS Software Engineer - FTC UK

Employer: Spyro Soft

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference Number: 10826_a9743e694153e3571ec6619430b518cd

Job Details:

Location

• Salford
• Hybrid - 1-2 days a week in the office
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer with expert knowledge of iOS mobile development to join us working with our media client focusing on the development of their mobile media player component; the core playback engine of all video and audio content across their online space.

The successful application will have a deep understanding of modern iOS development and a track record of successfully delivering complex projects. They will be versed in the Swift programming language and have knowledge of Objective C. The role will require strong technical knowledge whilst working closely with engineering leadership and with more junior colleagues on best practices and modern development workflows.

This role is pivotal to an ongoing initiative to migrate our codebase to a more streamlined and scalable architecture using Swift Package Manager (SPM). Tasks will include migration from CocoaPods to SPM, modernising the internal Swift libraries, re-architecting around future shared components strategy and working to integrate functionality built by other teams.

We value a collaborative approach, so excellent communication skills are a must to enable the individual to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. We enjoy pair programming and care about code quality so will be following test driven development patterns.

Essential Key Skills and Responsibilities

You will:

• have commercial mobile development experience in iOS and Swift
• have proven experience of Swift Package Manager (SPM)
• ideally have knowledge of CocoaPods and migrating to SPM
• be comfortable with test driven development
• some prior experience in writing and distributing libraries (desired)
• have an understanding of Hexagonal Ports and Adapters architecture (desired)
• have experience developing media players for mobile platforms (desired)
• have a strong pair programming and team working attitude (desired)
• have professional experience of working in projects using Agile Scrum development processes
• enjoy collaborating with other engineers
• have a strong willingness to learn and be a keen team player
• have experience of writing and taking responsibility for technical documentation

Tools and Technology

• iOS
• Swift
• Swift Package Manager (SPM)
• Objective C
• CocoaPods
• TDD
• Git/Github
• Jira/Confluence

Experience

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or similar work-based experience.
• Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer ideally with a focus on media-related projects.
• Very good working knowledge of standard software development frameworks, techniques and methodologies.
• Experience with providing coaching and mentoring.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team, contributing to the development of business scenarios.
• Knowledge of software development tools and technologies.
• You are flexible and curious in your approach.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

Duration of the contract: until the end of March 2026, with the possibility of extension - contract FTC (full time)

Application Process

In addition to our standard recruitment process, you will be invited to a final online face-to-face meeting with our client, for you to meet them and learn more about the role.