iOS Developer VA
Builds native iPhone and iPad apps in Swift and SwiftUI, from architecture through App Store release, with the polish Apple users expect. Keeps your app stable across iOS updates and delivers features your customers actually use.
- Top 1% vetted talent
- No lock-in contracts
- Replacement guarantee
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Description
An iOS Developer VA builds native iPhone and iPad applications in Swift using SwiftUI and UIKit. They can integrate APIs, payments, notifications and local data, manage App Store releases and maintain applications as iOS and Apple platform requirements change. Outsource Teams provides top 1% vetted talent with substantial native iOS experience, no lock-in contracts and a replacement guarantee.
Responsibilities
- Build native iOS applications in Swift using SwiftUI and UIKit, structured with MVVM or similar patterns.
- Integrate APIs, Core Data or SwiftData, push notifications, Sign in with Apple, StoreKit and Apple Pay.
- Implement offline support, background tasks and efficient networking with URLSession or Alamofire.
- Follow Apple Human Interface Guidelines and accessibility standards including VoiceOver and Dynamic Type.
- Write unit and UI tests with XCTest and automate builds and releases with Fastlane and Xcode Cloud or GitHub Actions.
- Handle App Store Connect submissions, TestFlight distribution, review responses and phased releases.
- Monitor stability with Crashlytics or Sentry and profile performance with Instruments.
- Keep the codebase current with new iOS versions, Swift language changes and deprecations.
- Review pull requests and document architecture decisions for the team.
Software & Tools
Requirements
- 5+ years of native iOS development with multiple apps published on the App Store.
- Expert Swift, strong SwiftUI and UIKit, Combine or Swift Concurrency, and Xcode proficiency.
- Experience with Core Data or SwiftData, networking, dependency management with Swift Package Manager and CI/CD for iOS.
- Familiarity with App Store guidelines, code signing, provisioning profiles and privacy manifests.
- Understanding of mobile security, Keychain usage and data protection on iOS.
- Clear spoken and written English for product collaboration and release documentation.
- Fast, stable home internet plus backup power, with hours overlapping the client's team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can they build?
They can develop native applications for iPhone and iPad using Swift, SwiftUI and UIKit.
Can they integrate Apple services?
Yes. They can implement Sign in with Apple, StoreKit, Apple Pay, push notifications and other supported Apple services.
Can they manage App Store releases?
Yes. They can manage App Store Connect, TestFlight distribution, review responses and phased releases.
Can they support accessibility?
Yes. They can work to Apple accessibility requirements including VoiceOver and Dynamic Type.
Can they monitor app stability?
Yes. They can use tools such as Crashlytics, Sentry and Instruments to identify crashes and performance issues.
What tools can they use?
They can work with Swift, SwiftUI, Xcode, UIKit, Firebase and Git.
How experienced are the candidates?
Candidates are expected to have at least five years of native iOS development experience with multiple published App Store applications.
How much does it cost?
Rates start at $12 USD per hour for entry level, $16 USD per hour for intermediate and $22 USD per hour for senior talent. Full-time and part-time options are available.
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