Job Title: Lead iOS Mobile Engineer - Part-time for Equity
Location: Remote (US)
About Soul Kitchen AI - www.soulkitchenai.com
Soul Kitchen AI is a cutting-edge platform that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance the journey of faith exploration. We offer personalized, faith-based interactions within a secure and ethically guided AI experience. Our mission is to empower individuals and ministries to deepen their connection with the Bible and each other.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead iOS Mobile Engineer to spearhead the development and enhancement of our iOS application. You will be a crucial member of our engineering team, working collaboratively to deliver exceptional user experiences that foster spiritual growth and engagement.
Responsibilities:
- Lead iOS Development: Design, develop, and maintain our iOS application, ensuring a seamless, intuitive, and spiritually enriching user experience.
- Technical Expertise: Architect and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable code using Swift, adhering to best practices and design patterns.
- Collaborate with Design: Work closely with UX designers to translate their visions into functional, visually appealing interfaces that resonate with our users.
- Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize app performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks to ensure a smooth and responsive experience.
- API Integration: Integrate seamlessly with our backend APIs, enabling efficient data exchange and real-time updates for a dynamic user experience.
- Testing and Quality Assurance: Implement comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and stability.
- Stay Current: Remain up-to-date with the latest iOS technologies, frameworks, and best practices to leverage emerging capabilities and enhance the app's functionality.
- Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior developers, sharing your expertise and promoting a collaborative learning environment.
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in iOS app development with a strong proficiency in Swift.
- Proven track record of building and shipping high-quality iOS applications to the App Store.
- Deep understanding of iOS UI/UX design principles, mobile architecture patterns (e.g., MVC, MVVM), and Apple's Human Interface Guidelines.
- Experience working with RESTful APIs, JSON data, and local storage mechanisms.
- Familiarity with various iOS frameworks and libraries (e.g., SwiftUI, UIKit, Core Data).
- Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- An interest or background in faith-based topics is a plus.
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience with Google Firebase and GCP.
- Experience developing with the aid of AI copilots and assistants.
- Full-stack design and development experience.
- Experience developing Android applications.
What we offer:
- The position is part-time in exchange for equity until later funding rounds.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and faith communities through innovative technology.
- Flexible work schedule and remote work environment.
- A collaborative and supportive team culture that values creativity, innovation, and diversity.
- Ample opportunities for professional development and growth.