iOS Developer (Contractor)

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated iOS Developer with a backend mindset to design, build, and maintain SwiftUI-driven applications backed by Node.js services. The ideal candidate is comfortable owning features end-to-end — from crafting declarative interfaces to building and consuming the APIs that power them. You'll work closely with designers, product managers, and senior engineers to deliver polished, full-stack mobile experiences.

Key Responsibilities

SwiftUI Development & Feature Delivery

• Build and maintain iOS applications using SwiftUI as the primary UI framework.
• Create reusable, composable view components following MVVM architecture.
• Leverage Combine and async/await for reactive data flows and concurrency.
• Implement navigation, state management, animations, and gesture handling using SwiftUI idioms.
• Translate Figma designs into pixel-accurate, responsive SwiftUI layouts across device sizes.

Node.js Backend Development

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs using Node.js with Express or Fastify.
• Design database schemas and perform CRUD operations with PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Implement authentication flows, middleware, and input validation on the server side.
• Write clean, documented API endpoints that the iOS layer consumes directly.
• Support deployment and environment management using Docker, PM2, or cloud platforms.

Integration & Code Quality

• Connect SwiftUI views to backend services using URLSession, Alamofire, or custom networking layers.
• Handle JSON serialization and deserialization with Codable.
• Participate in code reviews, giving and receiving constructive feedback across both codebases.
• Use Git for version control and follow consistent branching strategies.

Performance, Debugging & Monitoring

• Profile and optimize SwiftUI rendering performance using Xcode Instruments.
• Monitor and triage crashes using Firebase Crashlytics.
• Log, monitor, and debug Node.js services using tools like Morgan or Datadog.
• Ensure smooth performance across supported iOS versions and device types.

Continuous Learning & Growth

• Stay current with SwiftUI updates, new Apple APIs, and WWDC announcements.
• Follow Node.js ecosystem developments including framework updates and security patches.
• Share knowledge with the team through demos, documentation, or internal tech talks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 1–3 years of iOS development experience with at least one SwiftUI-based app shipped to the App Store.
• Proficiency in Swift and SwiftUI; understanding of the declarative UI paradigm.
• Working knowledge of Node.js and experience building or maintaining REST APIs.
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Understanding of MVVM architecture and clean separation of concerns.
• Experience consuming and designing RESTful APIs with JSON.
• Comfortable using Xcode, terminal-based workflows, and Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn across the stack.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Combine and Swift concurrency (async/await, actors).
• Familiarity with TypeScript on the backend.
• Exposure to Next.js for server-side rendering, API routes, or full-stack web companion apps.
• Experience with ORMs such as Prisma, Drizzle, or TypeORM for type-safe database access.
• Familiarity with tRPC for end-to-end type-safe API layers.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines using Fastlane, Xcode Cloud, or GitHub Actions.
• Experience with Docker for local development and deployment.
• Knowledge of Firebase services (Auth, Firestore, Cloud Messaging).
• Familiarity with WebSockets or real-time data patterns.
• Understanding of accessibility best practices and localization in SwiftUI.
• Any exposure to GraphQL or serverless functions is a plus.

Tools & Technologies

• Languages: Swift (primary), JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js)
• iOS Frameworks: SwiftUI, Combine, Core Data, WidgetKit
• Backend: Node.js, Express/Fastify, PostgreSQL, MySQL
• Backend (Plus): Next.js, tRPC, Prisma/Drizzle
• IDE & Tooling: Xcode, VS Code, Terminal
• Design Handoff: Figma
• Version Control: Git (GitHub or GitLab)
• CI/CD: Fastlane, Xcode Cloud, GitHub Actions
• Monitoring: Firebase Crashlytics, Datadog
• Project Management: Jira