Software Dev Engineer II

Senior iOS Engineer
Are you an iOS engineer looking for a spectacular opportunity with a globally recognized e-commerce giant? Our client is looking for experienced iOS developers to help them refine their incredible selection of online retail apps!
Our client's sites are host to millions of daily visitors, and our warehouses are run by hundreds of autonomous Kiva robots. Our entire operation, from our websites/apps to our fulfillment centers and customer care center, is focused on creating an enjoyable end-to-end customer experience. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people who are energized by "what if". If you'd like to help us build the place where people can find and buy anything online, come and innovate with us!
This position is for a mobile software development engineer looking to build and deliver impressive iPhone and iPad experiences.
Growing mobile engagement is a core strategic goal for the company and mobile is its fastest growing channel. You will be part of the small but impactful Mobile team, owners of all of the client's iPhone, iPad, Android apps and the APIs that drive our apps.
About You
You dream in Objective-C and know your apps bundle ID by heart.
You have well rounded skills and your development experience is diverse.
You write tests for the code you write.
You are passionate about technology and the pursuit of the perfect user experience, but:
You know when the right solution isn't necessarily the technical one.
You shop on your phone and know how it could be done better.
You always read the release notes.
You contemplate if you should rewrite your apps in Swift.
You challenge yourself and others to constantly come up with better solutions.
You use pragma marks and hate inelegant code.
You are looking for projects that wow.
Responsibilities
Work closely with product and user experience teams to deliver client site experiences to iPhones and iPads.
Implement native applications for iOS that are functional, beautiful, and a pleasure to use. Just like iOS itself!
Propose, prototype, and evaluate areas of optimization for our e-commerce applications and mobile-optimized sites.
This position is conveniently located in Jersey City, NJ, a four minute ride from the World Trade Center and just outside the Exchange Place PATH Station. Bordering the Hudson River, our offices have spectacular panoramic views of Manhattan and New Jersey.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Affirmative Action Employer- Female/Minority/Disability/Vet
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field or corresponding experience equaling 4 year degree.
4+ years software development experience.
2+ years of app development experience for iPhones and iPads using Objective-C.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in Computer Science fundamentals: object-oriented design, data structures, algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysis.
Demonstrated ability to manage expectations, meet firm deadlines, and thrive in a dynamic work environment.
Deep knowledge of the iOS platform, core frameworks, and popular 3rd-party libraries.
Excellent debugging, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Knowledge of user-centered design principles coupled with a "Don't make me think" understanding of usability.
High-fidelity prototyping experience is a plus.
Experience in web technologies such as JavaScript, JQuery, AJAX and HTML5.
Android platform development experience.
API/backend development experience.
Problem solving and complexity analysis skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Tell me about your team and how this resource will fit in?
Mobile team
Managing iOS apps. Apps are already available on app store
Implement web services required to power mobile apps backend stack within Java
Team owns the full stack
Project Description (include why the need exists) what is happening within your team?
This is a backfill who will also cover while we search for an FTE
Responsibilities/Deliverables that the resource will be responsible for?
iOS engineer
Coding, code review, design and architecture for the apps, testing (writing code tests)
Need to be able to mentor, guide the team on best practices, able to voice opinions
What does a typical work day entail? (Overtime, schedule, etc.?) Remote work?
Flexible arrival by 10am EST for standup meeting, 8 hours/day. Some potential OT. No remote work, exceptional situations they can WFH.
Length of Assignment? Is there any possibility the project could go longer?
6 months yes potentially
Is your goal to consider this candidate for FTE status
Yes
Confirm the bill rate maximum:
$70/hr. Has some flexibility will review candidates based on experience.
What are the must have skills you are looking for in this contingent worker?
Objective-C
Any experience with object oriented language java, C#
Building native UI plans i.e. building apps for iPhone or Android
What are the soft skills that you believe candidates must possess to be successful in this position?
Communication, sense of humor, an eye for good user experience, design, user interface
How do you want to conduct interviews? (Phone, face to face, panel)
Initial phone screen then an onsite

Please email your resume to Christopher.vaughn@experis.com referencing the appropriate Job ID []. Phone calls are also welcome: 425-372-2916.

• Must have proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Referrals are welcome!

Experis is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA)