We are looking for an iOS Software Engineering Manager to set direction for our Swift-based iOS platform and raise engineering standards. You will lead architecture, delivery, and release practices across native iOS apps while partnering with product, design (UX/UI), backend, and engineering leadership. Join us and apply today
Responsibilities
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Define and evolve the technical vision and architecture for native iOS applications in Swift, making decisions that guide long-term platform direction
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Set and enforce best practices, coding standards, and architectural patterns across the iOS codebase and the broader mobile organization
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Plan and drive the iOS technical roadmap, balancing product needs, technical debt, scalability, and innovation
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Collaborate with product designers to deliver responsive, pixel-perfect, highly interactive UI aligned with Apple Human Interface Guidelines (HIG) while guiding feasibility and platform-capability discussions
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Design resilient integrations with backend services and RESTful or GraphQL APIs to support smooth, dynamic user experiences
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Maintain a high bar for quality by writing clean, modular, maintainable code, leading code reviews, and ensuring consistency across the codebase
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Implement comprehensive testing strategies, including unit and UI tests with XCTest, and continuously optimize performance, memory, and battery usage using Instruments
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Own the end-to-end release lifecycle, including build processes, certificates and provisioning, and App Store Connect submissions
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Lead and mentor iOS engineers across senior, mid-level, and junior levels by coaching, running technical interviews, and fostering a high-performing engineering culture
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Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders and engineering leadership to shape product roadmaps, drive technical innovation, and align mobile strategy with business goals
Requirements
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Hands-on background with 7+ years of native iOS application development
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Leadership experience with 2+ years driving teams and technical initiatives on production-grade apps
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Expert-level proficiency in Swift plus deep mastery of the iOS SDK and Apple developer tools (Xcode, Instruments)
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Proven expertise in modern iOS architectural patterns (e.g., MVVM, MVC, Clean Architecture, Combine, and Swift Concurrency), including defining architecture at scale and explaining tradeoffs to technical and non-technical audiences
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Strong practical skills with SwiftUI (preferred) and UIKit (Auto Layout, Storyboards/XIBs)
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Demonstrated success owning CI/CD pipelines for iOS (e.g., Fastlane, Xcode Cloud, Bitrise) and managing the full release lifecycle via App Store Connect
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Advanced Git knowledge and experience leading collaborative workflows across distributed teams
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Demonstrated leadership in mentoring engineers, shaping technical strategy, and delivering complex initiatives in an Agile/Scrum environment using tools like Jira
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business value
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Meaningful involvement in hiring, performance reviews, and team growth is a strong plus
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Excellent written and spoken English at B2+ (Upper-Intermediate) level
We offer
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International projects with top brands
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Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
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Healthcare benefits
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Employee financial programs
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Paid time off and sick leave
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Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
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Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
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Global career opportunities
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Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
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EPAM Employee Groups
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Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
