Principal iOS Design Engineer: Prototype in Code

Slack; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 197,000 - 314,000; Full time

Job summary

Salesforce is hiring a Principal Design Engineer to elevate Slack’s iOS experience. You’ll prototype directly in production code to turn nascent ideas into tangible, testable experiences at the intersection of design and engineering.

The role requires 8+ years in design and iOS engineering, deep knowledge of iOS platform standards (Apple HIG) and the ability to train teams while guiding cross‑functional partners.

Qualifications

• 8+ years at the intersection of product design and iOS engineering.
• Proven track record of building working prototypes in code.
• Strong knowledge of iOS platform standards and Apple HIG.

Responsibilities

• Prototype nascent interaction concepts directly in code to validate ideas.
• Develop platform-native iOS solutions using Swift/SwiftUI with care.
• Train designers to prototype in mobile codebases and document workflows.
• Create reusable prototyping patterns to raise design craft across teams.
• Collaborate with design and engineering to apply technical guidance.

Skills

Swift/SwiftUI

Objective-C

Prototype in code

iOS engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

WidgetKit

App Intents

Live Activities

Shortcuts

Job description

Salesforce is hiring a Principal Design Engineer to elevate Slack’s iOS experience. You’ll prototype directly in production code to turn nascent ideas into tangible, testable experiences at the intersection of design and engineering.

The role requires 8+ years in design and iOS engineering, deep knowledge of iOS platform standards (Apple HIG) and the ability to train teams while guiding cross‑functional partners.