iOS Developer

Title: IOS Developer

Duration: 6 Months

Contract type: only W2

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled iOS Developer to adapt and customize the existing Mobile Driver’s License (MDL) code received from another state for Secretary of State (SoS) Illinois requirements. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Swift, Objective-C, and modern iOS frameworks, with a strong focus on security, compliance, and performance. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure that the MDL application meets Illinois-specific regulations and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Modify and optimize the received MDL codebase to align with SoS Illinois requirements.

• Collaborate with UI/UX designers, product managers, and backend developers to ensure a compliant mobile experience.

• Implement security best practices to protect user data and ensure compliance with Illinois state regulations.

• Debug and resolve application issues, crashes, and performance bottlenecks.

• Stay up to date with iOS trends, SDK updates, and Apple technologies to enhance application functionality.

• Ensure the application is optimized for different screen sizes and iOS versions.

• Conduct unit testing and UI testing to maintain application stability and reliability.

• Integrate with RESTful APIs, third-party libraries, and secure authentication systems.

• Follow App Store submission guidelines and ensure compliance with Apple’s policies and government regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in iOS app development.

• Strong proficiency in Swift (Objective-C experience is a plus).

• Experience with iOS frameworks such as UIKit, CoreData, CoreAnimation, and SwiftUI.

• Knowledge of MVVM, MVC, or VIPER architecture patterns.

• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and secure data integration.

• Experience with version control systems (Git, GitHub, Bitbucket).

• Strong understanding of Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines (HIG).

• Experience with unit testing and UI testing (XCTest framework).

• Ability to analyze, modify, and integrate external codebases to meet new functional and compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with government agencies or regulated environments.

• Experience with mobile security standards, encryption, and authentication protocols.

• Knowledge of Swift Package Manager, CocoaPods, and Carthage.

• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.

• Experience with CoreML, ARKit, or other emerging Apple technologies.