Senior iOS Engineer

CodeConnect Staffing (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior iOS Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-quality mobile applications. This role involves leading the design and implementation of complex applications, providing mentorship, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates must have over 6 years of experience in iOS development and strong proficiency in Swift and Objective-C. The position offers a hybrid working style in Sandton, Gauteng.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in native iOS development.
• Proficiency in Swift, Objective-C, and UIKit.
• Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and Test-Driven Development (TDD).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex iOS applications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers.
• Participate in architecture and design discussions.

Skills

Swift

Objective-C

UIKit

Object-Oriented Programming

Test-Driven Development

Git

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

App Store Connect

CocoaPods

Git CI/CD tools

Job description

Senior iOS Engineer (Full-Time | Hybrid – Sandton, Gauteng)

We’re looking for a Senior iOS Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-quality mobile applications. This role suits a technically strong professional who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments and enjoys mentoring others, driving technical excellence, and contributing to innovative digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex iOS applications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers.
• Participate in architecture and design discussions to ensure scalable, maintainable solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across product, QA, and design.
• Conduct code reviews, ensure best practices, and drive continuous improvement.
• Implement testing, automation, and performance optimization strategies.
• Stay up to date with the latest iOS technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• 6+ years’ experience in native iOS development.
• Proficiency in Swift, Objective-C, and UIKit.
• Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• Experience with App Store Connect for app submissions and lifecycle management.
• Skilled in CocoaPods or Swift Package Manager (SwiftPM).
• Hands‑on experience with Git and CI / CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Travis CI, CircleCI).
• Proven debugging, problem‑solving, and performance optimization expertise.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Nice to Have

• Experience integrating Flutter into native iOS projects.
• Proficiency with SwiftUI and Combine frameworks.
• Prior experience in a team lead or mentorship role.

Attributes

• Technically strong, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven.
• Passionate about building impactful, high-quality applications.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Adaptable, proactive, and continuously focused on professional growth.