Lead SWIFT/iOS (Medical Device) Software Engineer

Job Title: Lead SWIFT/iOS (Medical Device) Software Engineer
Location: San Diego, CA (Onsite with some hybrid flexibility)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Compensation: $155,000 – $175,000 (flexible) 

Overview

We are partnering with a well-funded, high-growth startup to identify a Lead SWIFT/iOS Software Engineer. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering the chance to play a critical leadership role in shaping the company’s software engineering function as it scales.

This position is highly hands-on and impactful, combining technical leadership with active development. The ideal candidate will take ownership of architecture, contribute production-level code, and drive key software decisions across the product.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the architecture and technical direction for iOS (Swift) applications and device interfaces
• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality native iOS applications
• Build and support web interfaces and backend services (Google Cloud Platform preferred)
• Serve as a key decision-maker for cross-functional product and engineering initiatives
• Lead integration efforts across software, firmware, and hardware teams (no prior firmware/hardware experience required)
• Establish and evolve development standards, best practices, and CI/CD pipelines
• Conduct code reviews to ensure quality, scalability, security, and maintainability

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience developing iOS applications using Swift, particularly those interfacing with medical devices
• Proven ability to own and deliver software products end-to-end
• Experience working across both mobile and web platforms
• Hands-on development experience with RESTful APIs

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (AWS is also acceptable)
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and modern CI/CD pipelines
• Experience in medical device environments, including knowledge of ISO 13485 / IEC 62304 standards

Work Environment

The team offers a collaborative and relaxed work culture with a strong emphasis on cultural fit and teamwork. The role is primarily onsite, with some hybrid flexibility once established in the role.