The City of Philadelphia's Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is looking to develop and maintain high-quality iOS applications using React Native and native iOS technologies to improve the effectiveness of IT infrastructure and provide advanced, optimized, and responsive services to the city's businesses, residents, and visitors.
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in React Native development with focus on iOS platform optimization
- Solid understanding of iOS development fundamentals including UIKit, Core Data, and iOS frameworks
- Experience with Xcode, Interface Builder, and iOS development tools
- Knowledge of Apple's Human Interface Guidelines and iOS design principles
- Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and Swift/Objective-C programming languages
- Understanding of iOS app lifecycle, memory management, and performance optimization
- Experience with iOS-specific libraries and frameworks (Alamofire, Core Location, Core Animation, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain high-quality iOS applications using React Native and native iOS technologies
- Build responsive mobile interfaces that work seamlessly across various iOS devices including iPhone and iPad
- Collaborate with the mobile development team to establish best practices for iOS-specific development
- Implement iOS-specific features including push notifications, background app refresh, and system integrations
- Ensure applications comply with Apple App Store guidelines and submission requirements
- Write clean, maintainable code following iOS development best practices and Apple's coding standards
- Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with team members
Other
- Works effectively with cross-functional teams including designers, backend developers, and product managers
- Participates in agile development processes including sprint planning and retrospectives
- Communicates technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- The ideal candidate will have at least five years of relevant experience.
- The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire
