iOS Developer with Swift, UIKit, and App Store Deployment (India)

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a skilled and proactive iOS Developer to lead the development and maintenance of high-performance, user-centric iOS applications. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative features, ensuring adherence to best practices, and maintaining platform stability and security. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Swift and SwiftUI, with a focus on delivering quality, responsive, and scalable apps that support business objectives and enhance user experiences.

Software Requirements

• Required:

Proficiency in Swift (latest versions) and SwiftUI for UI development

Experience with UIKit for interface implementation

Familiarity with XCTest and XCUITest for unit and UI testing

Knowledge of RESTful API integration, JSON parsing, and network handling

Version control systems, especially Git

Xcode IDE for development and debugging

• Preferred:

Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Fastlane or Xcode Cloud

Experience with performance profiling tools (Instruments)

Knowledge of app store deployment, provisioning, and release management

Overall Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize high-quality iOS applications, ensuring performance and responsiveness.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX/UI designers, and backend teams to define, design, and implement new features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and productive Swift code while adhering to Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines.
• Develop comprehensive unit and UI tests to ensure app quality and stability.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical feedback to team members.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications for stability, performance, and security.
• Support app deployment, handle versioning, and releasing updates on the App Store.
• Stay updated on the latest iOS development trends, tools, SDKs, and platform capabilities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and best practices.

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Programming Languages (Essential):

Swift (preferably the latest version)

Objective-C (preferred but not mandatory)

• UI Frameworks & Libraries (Essential):

SwiftUI, UIKit

Auto Layout for responsive design

• Testing & Debugging (Essential):

XCTest, XCUITest for automated testing

Instruments for performance and memory profiling

• Networking & Data Handling (Essential):

RESTful API integration, JSON parsing, URLSession

Core Data for local data persistence (preferred)

• Development Tools & Methodologies (Essential):

Xcode IDE, Git for version control

Agile/Scrum practices for iterative development

• Deployment & Distribution (Preferred):

Experience with Test Flight, App Store Connect, provisioning profiles

Experience Requirements

• 7+ years of professional iOS development experience.
• Proven track record of delivering scalable, responsive iOS applications.
• Deep expertise in Swift, SwiftUI, and UIKit.
• Experience with unit testing, UI testing, and app performance optimization.
• Support experience in deploying apps via the App Store, including managing provisioning profiles and certificates.
• Industry experience in enterprise or customer-facing applications preferred.
• Alternative pathways include extensive app development and maintenance in high-growth environments with a focus on quality and user experience.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain iOS applications across multiple projects.
• Collaborate regularly with product owners, designers, and backend teams to integrate features and improve app functionality.
• Write and execute comprehensive unit and UI test cases, analyze test results, and resolve issues.
• Profile applications to identify performance bottlenecks and memory leaks, making necessary improvements.
• Conduct code reviews, provide mentorship, and contribute to team best practices.
• Support app deployment activities, including submitting updates to the App Store.
• Monitor app performance, crash reports, and user feedback to identify areas for improvement.
• Stay informed of new iOS SDK features, development tools, and best practices, sharing knowledge with the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience developing enterprise-grade iOS applications.
• Demonstrated expertise in Swift, SwiftUI, UIKit, and automated testing.
• Experience deploying applications on the App Store and managing app lifecycle processes.
• Strong understanding of Apple's design principles, Human Interface Guidelines, and platform standards.
• Passion for developing innovative, high-quality mobile experiences.

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for debugging and performance tuning.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to stakeholders.
• Collaborative team player with leadership potential to mentor junior developers.
• Adaptability to evolving iOS technologies and best practices.
• Focus on delivering reliable, secure, and scalable mobile solutions.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.