iOS Engineer

About Property Finder

Property Finder stands as the premier property portal across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, committed to building an inclusive future for real estate while driving the region's expanding technology landscape. As a market leader, we empower millions of users to discover, evaluate, and transact properties through innovative digital solutions.

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented iOS Engineer to join our dynamic mobile development team. In this role, you will architect, develop, and maintain high-performance iOS applications that serve millions of property seekers and real estate professionals across the MENA region. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product management, design, backend engineering, and QA to deliver exceptional user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI/UIKit
• Architect clean, modular, and testable code following SOLID principles and modern iOS design patterns (MVVM, VIPER, Clean Architecture)
• Optimize application performance, memory usage, and battery efficiency
• Implement comprehensive unit tests, UI tests, and integration tests to ensure code quality
• Collaborate with backend engineers to define and consume RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints
• Work with designers to translate Figma/Sketch designs into pixel-perfect, accessible interfaces
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical planning sessions
• Mentor junior developers and promote iOS best practices across the team
• Stay current with iOS ecosystem updates, WWDC announcements, and emerging technologies
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements and release automation

Required Technical Skills

• Expert proficiency in Swift (5+ years of professional iOS development experience)
• Deep understanding of iOS SDK, Foundation, UIKit, and SwiftUI
• Strong experience with Combine, async/await, and modern concurrency
• Proficiency in dependency management (Swift Package Manager, CocoaPods)
• Solid knowledge of Core Data, Realm, or SQLite for local persistence
• Experience with networking layers (URLSession, Alamofire, Apollo GraphQL)
• Familiarity with modular architecture and dynamic frameworks
• Strong grasp of Git workflows (GitFlow, trunk-based development)
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Bitrise, GitHub Actions, Fastlane)
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (VoiceOver, Dynamic Type)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Published apps on the App Store with measurable user impact
• Experience with React Native or Flutter for cross-platform development
• Knowledge of backend technologies (Node.js, Go, Python, PostgreSQL)
• Familiarity with analytics platforms (Firebase, Mixpanel, Amplitude)
• Experience in real estate, fintech, or marketplace domains
• Contributions to open-source iOS projects or technical blog posts

Soft Skills & Mindset

• Strong problem-solving abilities with a product-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Ownership mentality with attention to detail and quality
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Passion for continuous learning and knowledge sharing

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Flexible working arrangements and remote-friendly culture
• Professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications
• Modern equipment (MacBook Pro, external monitors, peripherals)
• Collaborative, inclusive engineering culture with regular tech talks and hackathons