iOS Developer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

iOS Developer (Gamedev): Designing and implementing new features and architectural modules for mature, client-server mobile games with an accent on modernizing legacy code and improving performance. Focus on maintaining mixed UIKit/SwiftUI and Objective-C/Swift codebases, leveraging AI-powered development tools, and ensuring high-quality user experiences.

Company

hirify.global is a US-based mobile game publisher and developer established in 2009, managing a global portfolio of successful free-to-play projects.

What you will do

• Design and implement new user-facing features and architectural modules for iOS applications.
• Refactor and modernize legacy code using AI-powered tools to enhance maintainability and performance.
• Maintain and improve mixed UIKit/SwiftUI and Objective-C/Swift codebases.
• Optimize UI, animations, and overall application performance.
• Debug complex technical issues and proactively reduce technical debt.
• Participate in code reviews and Agile/Scrum ceremonies.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Swift and Objective-C, including UIKit and SwiftUI.
• Experience with Auto Layout, GCD, Swift Concurrency, and Core Animation.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, HTTP, JSON, Core Data, and SDWebImage.
• Proficiency in iOS memory management and debugging tools.
• Hands-on experience with LLM-based development tools like GitHub Copilot or Cursor.
• Proven ability to structure AI workflows and craft precise prompts for engineering tasks.

Nice to have

• Experience in game development with SpriteKit or similar engines.
• Published applications on the App Store.
• Familiarity with RAG or semantic search approaches.
• Experience integrating AI practices into team workflows and best practices.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work environment with a flexible working schedule.
• Opportunities for professional career growth in an international team.
• Bonuses tied to KPIs and project financial results.
• Support for professional development, including paid conferences, training, and language courses.
• Mental health support through access to psychological counseling.
• Participation in company-sponsored charity projects.