iOS Development Lead
- Location : Hybrid-Gurgaon
- Department : Technology / Engineering
- Experience Level : 8+ Years
- Employment Type : Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Lead iOS Developer who is passionate about building elegant, high-performance mobile experiences. As part of our core mobile team, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing the iOS client of our messaging platform — focusing on real-time chat, notifications, media sharing, security, and user experience .
You will work closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to bring rich features to life in a fast-moving, privacy-first communication app.
Key Responsibilities
Develop scalable iOS apps using Swift and modern frameworkImplement clean architecture (MVVM, VIPER, Coordinator)Build core messaging features : chat UI, group messaging, notifications, typing indicators, read receiptsIntegrate real-time communication (WebSockets, Firebase, custom APIs)Handle offline messages, sync, and state managementManage media : image, video, audio, document upload / download and previewsOptimize background transfers and media renderingImplement end-to-end encryption with secure key storage (Keychain, Secure Enclave)Follow privacy best practices and secure data handlingOptimize performance : memory, battery, launch time using profiling toolsWrite unit, integration, and UI tests (XCTest, XCUITest, Quick / Nimble)Support CI / CD pipelines and crash analyticsCollaborate with cross-functional teams (design, Android, backend)Participate in sprints, code reviews, and release cyclesMaintain documentation for components, APIs, and dev decisionsRequired Qualifications
8+ years of professional experience in iOS development.Proficient in Swift and familiar with Objective-C (for legacy support if needed).Strong understanding of iOS SDK, UIKit, SwiftUI (preferred), Core Data, and background services.Experience with WebSockets , RESTful APIs, and third-party libraries (e.g., Alamofire, SDWebImage).Solid knowledge of mobile app performance tuning, offline handling, and data caching strategies.Experience with Core Animation , Auto Layout , and responsive UI design .Comfortable using Git , Xcode , and dependency managers like CocoaPods or Swift Package Manager.Preferred Qualifications
Experience building messaging apps , chat SDKs, or real-time communication tools.Familiarity with XMPP , MQTT , or other messaging protocols.Knowledge of SwiftUI , Combine , and modern declarative UI patterns.Exposure to APNs , background push notifications, and silent notifications for message sync.Experience with WebRTC , audio / video SDKs , or VoIP integrations.Understanding of app security , encryption , and local data protection .