iOS Development Lead

8ration; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

8ration seeks an experienced iOS Architect to drive scalable app architecture and performance. You will mentor engineers, lead modernization to SwiftUI and Combine, and coordinate end-to-end App Store deployment with TestFlight and Apple review teams.

Join a collaborative team working with UX/UI designers and Backend engineers to define robust API contracts and ensure seamless feature delivery across platforms.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in iOS development with Swift and Objective-C knowledge.
• Hands-on experience with MVVM, VIPER, or Clean Architecture.
• Proficient in Instruments and XCTest for memory and performance tuning.
• Extensive use of Core Data, Core Animation, GCD and URLSession.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain high-level iOS architecture for scalable apps.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and guidance.
• Lead SwiftUI/Combine adoption while managing UIKit legacy when needed.
• Oversee App Store Connect deployment, TestFlight, and Apple review coordination.
• Collaborate with UX/UI and Backend teams to ensure feasible, robust APIs.

Skills

Swift

Architecture patterns

Memory profiling

Core frameworks

Xcode / SwiftPM / Git

Tools

Xcode

CocoaPods

Swift Package Manager

Git workflows

Job description

Technical Architecture: Define and maintain the high-level structure of our iOS applications, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and performance.

Code Mentorship: Conduct rigorous code reviews and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level developers to foster a culture of engineering excellence.

Swift Leadership: Lead the transition to or optimization of modern frameworks like SwiftUI and Combine , while managing legacy UIKit components where necessary.

App Store Ecosystem Management: Manage the end-to-end deployment process via App Store Connect, including TestFlight distribution and coordinating with Apple’s review team.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with UX/UI designers to ensure technical feasibility of designs and work with Backend Engineers to define robust API contracts.

The ideal candidate will have:

Deep Swift Expertise: 6+ years of professional experience in iOS development with a mastery of Swift and a strong grasp of Objective-C.

Architecture Fluency: Proven experience with architectural patterns such as MVVM , VIPER , or Clean Architecture .

Memory & Performance Tuning: Proficiency in using Instruments and XCTest for profiling memory leaks, CPU usage, and ensuring thread safety.

Core Framework Mastery: Extensive experience with foundational frameworks (Core Data, Core Animation, Grand Central Dispatch, and URLSession).

Tooling Proficiency: Expert-level knowledge of Xcode , CocoaPods/Swift Package Manager (SPM), and Git-based workflows.

It will be a plus if you have:

Continuous Integration: Experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines specifically for iOS (e.g., Fastlane, Bitrise, or GitHub Actions).

Multimedia Experience: Knowledge of AVFoundation, Core Image, or ARKit for specialized app features.

Published Portfolio: A history of leading or contributing significantly to high-rating apps currently available on the App Store.

Open Source Contributions: Active participation in the iOS developer community or contributions to well-known Swift libraries.

Timing:

Full Time

Location:

477 Madison Ave 6th Floor, New York, NY 10022, United States

Join a team that values innovation, performance, and long-term impact.