Sr. iOS Developer - OTT

ob Title: Sr. iOS Developer (OTT Apps / Media domain etc.,)

Location: Dallas, TX (Day 1 onsite)

Duration: 12+ Months

Core Responsibilities

• App Development: Design, build, and maintain advanced, high-performance native applications for the iOS platform (iPhone and iPad).
• Integration & Ecosystem: Connect applications to backend services, APIs, and cloud messaging. Ensure seamless integration with CLIENT S smart TVs, supporting features like Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and home ecosystem controls.
• Feature Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (designers, backend engineers, product managers) to define, design, and ship new features.
• Quality & Performance: Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications. This includes writing unit tests, debugging, and identifying performance bottlenecks.
• App Store Management: Manage the publishing of applications to the App Store and handle version updates.
• Innovation: Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.

Required Skills & Experience

• Languages: Proven expertise in Swift and/or Objective-C.
• Frameworks: Deep understanding of iOS frameworks such as UIKit, Cocoa Touch, Core Data, and Core Animation.
• API Experience: Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and connecting applications to backend services.
• Tools: Proficient in code versioning tools (Git) and memory/performance tuning tools (Instruments).
• Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Portfolio: A portfolio of published iOS apps in the App Store is generally required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with modern architectural patterns (MVVM, VIPER).
• Experience with UI/UX standards and Apple's Human Interface Guidelines.
• Experience with tvOS development is a plus, given CLIENT S's focus on smart TVs.

Key Context for CLIENT S

CLIENT S focuses on "SmartCast" and data-driven, connected TV experiences. As such, an iOS developer here may focus heavily on:

1. Media Streaming: Optimizing apps for video content consumption.
2. Smart Home Interoperability: Integrating with Apple HomeKit or AirPlay.
3. User Experience: Creating intuitive interfaces that complement the TV experience.