The Software Lead (iOS) will manage a team of iOS developers, supporting their technical growth, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring smooth app functionality and integration with our devices. The ideal candidate will be a strong mentor and a hands-on leader with a deep understanding of iOS development, product-focused engineering, and a passion for improving user experience.

The Core Responsibilities For The Job Include The Following

Project Management and Delivery:

• Collaborate with Product Management to scope, plan, and prioritize new features and improvements.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, allocate tasks, and monitor progress to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery.
  
  

Team Leadership And Mentorship

• Lead and mentored a team of junior to mid-level iOS developers, providing technical guidance and career growth support.
• Conduct regular one-on-one sessions, set clear performance goals, and provide constructive feedback to support skill development.
  
  

Quality And Best Practices

• Establish coding standards and best practices across the iOS team, with a focus on maintainable, clean, and scalable code.
• Implement and oversee a peer code review process, focusing on quality, performance, and security in the app's architecture.
  
  

Technical Innovation And Process Optimization

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying new tools, libraries, and frameworks that improve efficiency and app functionality.
• Lead the team in resolving complex technical challenges, particularly around IoT integration, data handling, and device-to-app communication.
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with backend, firmware, QA, and product teams to ensure alignment and resolve technical challenges.
• Facilitate smooth collaboration between the iOS team and other stakeholders to enhance integration and functionality.
  
  

User Experience And Product Focus

• Focus on optimizing the app's user experience, especially in cycle tracking, test guidance, and results display.
• Review user feedback and app analytics to identify and prioritize feature enhancements for a seamless user journey.
  
  

Metrics And Reporting

• Define and track metrics for code quality, team productivity, and app performance to inform data-driven decisions.
• Regularly report progress, risks, and key performance indicators to upper management, ensuring transparency.
  
  

Requirements

• 6+ years of iOS development experience, with expertise in building, maintaining, and scaling iOS applications.
• Minimum of 2 years in a leadership or team management role, including mentorship and performance management.
• Strong command of Swift and familiarity with essential iOS frameworks like UIKit, Core Data, Core Animation, and Auto Layout.
• Proficiency with SwiftUI for building modern, responsive UIs on iOS, with experience in deciding between UIKit and SwiftUI implementations.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, asynchronous data handling, and version control systems (e. g., Git).
• Experience with app analytics tools, such as Firebase Analytics or Amplitude, and optimizing app performance with high data volumes.
• Strong organizational skills in project planning, task allocation, and managing deadlines, along with familiarity with agile methodologies and project management tools.
  
  

Nice To Have

• Experience in IoT development or integrating apps with external hardware, with knowledge of Bluetooth or other connectivity protocols.
• Familiarity with cloud services and backend integration, particularly AWS or Firebase.
• Background in health or wellness apps, especially in data tracking, cycle prediction, or health data visualization, with a strong sense of UI/UX design principles.
• Knowledge of iOS testing frameworks, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines, including tools like Fastlane or Bitrise.
• Exposure to hybrid app development frameworks such as React Native or Flutter, with an understanding of when hybrid solutions are appropriate versus native iOS development.
  
  

This job was posted by Ronald J from Inito.