Staff Mobile Engineer, iOS
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled mobile engineers, particularly those with a strong background in iOS development, has grown significantly in recent years, with a 25% increase in job postings in 2025 alone. As companies like Mozilla continue to expand their remote teams, professionals with expertise in mobile engineering are in high demand. Mozilla's commitment to open-source technology and user privacy sets it apart in the industry. Before applying, candidates should be aware that this role requires not only technical expertise but also the ability to work collaboratively in a remote setting and contribute to the company's mission of creating technology that prioritizes user privacy and productivity.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Staff Mobile Engineer, iOS at Mozilla, you will be part of a team that is passionate about developing open-source email and productivity tools. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include tackling complex technical challenges, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading significant iOS initiatives. You will work closely with mobile engineers, product management, UX, and other partners to deliver high-quality iOS experiences that meet high standards for performance, reliability, accessibility, security, and maintainability.Mozilla's unique approach to technology development, which emphasizes transparency, collaboration, and a commitment to user privacy, sets it apart in the industry. As a member of the team, you will be expected to embody these values and contribute to the company's mission of creating technology that puts users first.
The role is full-time and remote, with the opportunity to work with colleagues across multiple regions and time zones. This provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals who share a passion for open-source technology and user privacy.
What You Will Do
- Tackle complex and ambiguous technical challenges in mobile development that require thoughtful design, planning, and coordination.
- Serve as a technical lead on major iOS initiatives, including feature development, architectural improvements, and targeted refactoring.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and engineering leadership on mobile technical direction and architectural decisions.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, UX, and other partners to deliver high-quality iOS experiences.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the overall code quality.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation to support the development process.
- Collaborate with the QA team to identify and resolve technical issues.
- Participate in agile development methodologies and contribute to the team's velocity.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in iOS and mobile technology.
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in mobile engineering, with a focus on iOS development.
- Strong understanding of iOS development principles, including Swift, Objective-C, and iOS frameworks.
- Experience with agile development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Git and Jira.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms.
- Experience with test-driven development and continuous integration.
Nice to Have
- Experience with other mobile platforms, such as Android.
- Familiarity with open-source development and contribution to open-source projects.
- Experience with cloud-based services and technologies.
- Strong understanding of user experience and user interface design principles.
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who share a passion for open-source technology and user privacy.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment that encourages innovation and creativity.
- Flexible working hours and remote work arrangements to support work-life balance.
- Professional development opportunities, including training and education support.
- Access to the latest technologies and tools to support your work.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
How to Stand Out
- Be prepared to provide examples of your experience with iOS development, including your understanding of Swift, Objective-C, and iOS frameworks.
- Highlight your problem-solving skills and ability to tackle complex technical challenges, including how you approach debugging and troubleshooting.
- Showcase your collaboration and communication skills, including experience working with cross-functional teams and contributing to open-source projects.
- Be prepared to discuss your understanding of computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms.
- Research Mozilla's mission and values, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's goals and objectives.
- Consider creating a portfolio or GitHub repository that showcases your mobile engineering projects and contributions to open-source projects.
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