Senior iOS Developer / Mobile Engineer

BCforward; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 7,990,000 - 10,745,000; Part time

Job summary

BCforward is hiring a Senior iOS Developer to design, build, and deliver high-quality mobile apps for iOS platforms. You will work with Swift, UIKit, and Appium-based automation to ensure robust releases and user-friendly experiences.

The role emphasizes collaboration with design and product teams and requires strong expertise in Xcode and iOS deployment workflows. The position is a contract (12 months) with a hybrid on-site schedule in Plano, TX, starting in October/November.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related field.
• 5+ years mobile iOS/Android dev with Swift/ObjC/Kotlin/Java.
• Strong Swift/UIKit; SwiftUI experience.
• Xcode, build, signing, distribution knowledge.
• Appium-based iOS test automation.
• REST/JSON/XML; basic HTML/CSS/JS.
• Biometrics, push notifications, Camera APIs.
• Git/Bitbucket for version control.
• Familiar with Copilot for dev & automation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full app lifecycle including development, automation, testing, and App Store release.
• Collaborate with design and product teams to define features, create estimates, prototypes, and implementation plans.
• Develop and maintain automated tests using Appium and related frameworks for iOS.
• Ensure application quality, performance, and reliability to specification.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks, defects, and performance issues prior to release.
• Publish and maintain applications on the Apple App Store.
• Drive best practices and continuous improvement across code, processes, tools, and documentation.

Skills

Swift

UIKit

Appium

Xcode

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Objective-C

Kotlin

Java

RESTful APIs

JSON

XML

Git

Bitbucket

Copilot prompting

Job description

Job Title: Senior iOS Developer / Mobile EngineerLocation: Plano, TXDuration: Contract - 12 monthsPay Range: $68.25/hr (W2)Job ID: 410010

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior iOS Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Swift, UIKit, test automation for iOS (Appium), and Xcode and a proven ability to deliver high-quality, performant iOS applications to the App Store and drive automation coverage.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full app lifecycle including development, automation, testing, and App Store release
• Collaborate with design and product teams to define features, create estimates, prototypes, and implementation plans
• Develop and maintain automated tests using Appium and related frameworks for iOS
• Ensure application quality, performance, and reliability to specification
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks, defects, and performance issues prior to release
• Publish and maintain applications on the Apple App Store
• Drive best practices and continuous improvement across code, processes, tools, and documentation

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of mobile development experience across iOS and/or Android using Swift, Objective-C, Kotlin, and/or Java
• Proficiency in Swift and UIKit, with experience in SwiftUI
• Extensive knowledge of Xcode and iOS build, signing, and distribution workflows
• Hands-on Core Java experience and familiarity with C-based libraries
• Strong experience writing automated tests for iOS using Appium. Mobile test automation on iOS is required
• Proficiency with RESTful web services and related technologies such as JSON and XML. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Experience with platform features such as biometrics, push notifications, and Camera APIs
• Experience with Git and Bitbucket for version control and collaboration
• Familiarity with Copilot prompting and usage for development and automation tasks

Preferred Skills

• Experience with continuous integration and unit testing practices
• Ability to work in fast-paced, team-based environments with strong troubleshooting and issue resolution skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why BCforward?

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for growth with global clients
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects

Role Logistics

• Start window: October or November
• Interview process: 1-2 rounds. Video required. In-person required
• Hybrid schedule: Minimum of 3 days onsite per week in Plano, TX
• ID verification via Glider

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.