iOS developer

Position: Senior iOS Developer

Experience: 5+ years

Base Location: Bangalore (Remote Work)

Job Type: Full-time

Interview Rounds: 2 Online Assessments + 3/4 Technical Rounds

Job Description:

We are seeking an innovative Senior iOS Developer to lead the development of our industry-leading energy workforce navigation app. You will play a key role in understanding the navigation domain and collaborate with us to craft new features that meet the evolving market demands. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a proven track record in iOS development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performance Optimization: Address performance issues to ensure the app runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve development roadblocks to maintain a seamless workflow.
• Proactive Improvement: Continuously seek opportunities to enhance the app's performance and user experience.
• Modern Code Practices: Utilize best practices and the latest tools (such as Swift) to ensure the app is compatible with the newest iOS features.
• User-Centric Development: Understand user pain points and needs, particularly those related to fieldwork, to deliver solutions that meet their unique challenges.
• Design and Development Collaboration: Work closely with designers to transform concepts into efficient, user-friendly app features.
• Offline Functionality: Develop features that function seamlessly offline, especially those handling large datasets and location data.
• Automation: Implement systems for automated testing and release of app updates.
• Comprehensive Testing: Develop thorough test plans to ensure the app is of the highest quality and free of bugs.
• Attention to Detail: Ensure all design elements are implemented accurately, considering all edge cases and dependencies to deliver a polished, dependable app.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with mobile developers, backend developers, QA engineers, designers, project managers, and product owners. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential in our collaborative environment.
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Required Expertise:

• Swift and Objective-C: Demonstrated mastery in Swift and Objective-C.
• Data Management: Extensive experience with SQLite and Core Data, including optimization.
• GPS and Location Services: Proficient in integrating GPS and location services to enhance the user experience within the app (experience in building navigation features is a plus).
• Optional Skills: Familiarity with GraphQL and experience with subscription management in the App Store are advantageous.
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Education and Experience:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with a focus on mobile development.
• Professional Experience: Over 5 years of experience as a Senior iOS Developer, with a history of building high-quality, performant applications.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, with strong communication skills for effective collaboration within the team.
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About Bluetick Consultants LLP:

Bluetick Consultants LLP is a premier technology services provider dedicated to empowering startups and enterprises in the digital age. We specialize in delivering innovative solutions that drive growth, efficiency, and transformation. Our services include:

• Generative AI and ML Solutions: Leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning to foster innovation and differentiation.
• Cloud Migration: Ensuring seamless transitions to cloud environments with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
• Strategic Resource Augmentation: Connecting enterprises with top tech talent to achieve strategic goals.
• Digital Product Engineering: From concept to market, focusing on scalable, user-centric design for successful product launches.
• Digital Transformation: Reimagining business operations for digital-first growth and a competitive edge.
• Web & Mobile Development: Crafting comprehensive digital solutions to enhance user experiences and drive engagement.

At Bluetick Consultants, we are committed to providing our clients with the expertise and tools needed to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape. Our team of seasoned professionals works closely with businesses to deliver customized, high-impact solutions tailored to their unique needs.

• Writing clean and efficient code for Android applications.
• Atleast published 1-2 apps on play store.
• Identifying and resolving bottlenecks, rectifying bugs and enhancing application performance.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and design new features.
• Staying up to date with new mobile technology trends, applications, and protocols.

• You have prior exposure to Kotlin, Android SDK.
• Understanding of design patterns and mobile architecture using frameworks such as MVVM / MVC / MVP.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to effectively integrate Android applications.
• Understanding of code versioning tools such as Git.
• You are a problem solver with good analytical skills.
• Prior experience in accessibility applications or voice-based applications will be a plus not a necessity
• Passion to work in dynamic, start-up environment

• We run functional teams based on the SCRUM methodology and are a fairly Agile environment, with 2-week sprints and teams with a minimum of 2 developers (preferably 3) plus a Platform Owner.
• Sprints cannot be interrupted and work is planned out well in advance to keep stress down to a minimum.

• Line by line code reviews for every pull request on Gitlab maintains code quality, and keep everyone in the loop & learning.
• At least 2 people working together on every project (collaborating not pairing)

• Swift is strongly preferred
• Experience with clean architecture, MVVM, and other design patterns
• Master Storyboards and auto layouts
• Familiar with RESTful web service
• Experience with Static Frameworks
• Great logic and problem-solving skills
• Practical understanding of Continuous Integration and Delivery

• A resume in pdf format. Include into your resume the links to software, mobile apps, your coding samples so we can see proof of your talents.

• Translate designs and wireframes into high quality code for TV, tablets and mobile
• Design, build, and maintain high performance, reusable, and reliable Kotlin code
• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the application
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization

Android Developer Requirements:

• Proven experience as an app developer (2 - 4 years).
• Strong knowledge of Android SDK, different versions of Android, and how to deal with different screen sizes
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to back-end services
• Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices
• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning
• Ability to design applications around natural user interfaces, such as “touch”
• Familiarity with the use of additional sensors, such as gyroscopes and accelerometers
• Knowledge of the open-source Android ecosystem and the libraries available for common tasks
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
• Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications
• A knack for benchmarking and optimization
• Understanding of Google’s Android design principles and interface guidelines
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git
• Familiarity with continuous integration

• Development and delivery experience in iOS, at least 2 apps should be in App Store
• Proficient in Swift 4.0 or later
• Experience with iOS frameworks such as UIKit, Maps, Core Location, Core Bluetooth and Core Animation etc.
• Familiarity with MVVM, Test driven development(TDD)
• Experience with third-party libraries such as Alamofire etc. and APIs Solid understanding of the full mobile development life cycle
• Proficient in RESTful APIs
• Proficient in Git
• Familiarity with push notifications and cloud message APIs etc.
• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning, optimisation
• Experience with performance and memory tuning with tools such as xcode Instruments and Shark
• Experience in writing unit and functional tests
• Perform bug fix and improve application performance
• Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies
• Strong UX/UI design exposure and experience in making apps work intuitively and with pixel perfect interfaces. Understanding of Apple’s design principles and human interface guidelines
• Strong CS fundamentals (with competencies in algorithms and data structures)
• Highly accountable and takes ownership, with collaborative attitude, and a lifelong learner.