Mobile Engineer

About the Company

Blue Light Card is a leading organization dedicated to providing exclusive discounts and benefits to emergency service personnel, NHS staff, social care workers, and other essential workers across the UK. Committed to supporting those who serve our communities, Blue Light Card offers a platform that connects members with a wide range of retail, leisure, and service discounts, enhancing their quality of life. Recognized for its innovative approach and employee-centric culture, the company prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages growth, creativity, and excellence. As a trusted partner to thousands of essential workers, Blue Light Card continually strives to expand its reach and improve its services, leveraging technology and talented professionals to make a meaningful difference.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and skilled iOS Developer to join our dynamic technology team at Blue Light Card. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a newly established cross-functional team focused on building innovative mobile applications that deliver impactful experiences to our members. As part of this role, you will play a pivotal part in developing and enhancing our iOS platform, working on greenfield projects that aim to redefine our app experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mobile app development, a keen eye for detail, and a desire to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies, participate in a major replatforming initiative, and influence the future of our mobile offerings.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Swift and SwiftUI, with extensive experience in UIKit, Storyboards, and Swift packages for scalable app development.
• Proven ability to implement comprehensive testing strategies using XCTest for unit testing and TestFlight for beta testing.
• Proficiency with version control systems, especially GitHub, and experience with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Experience with shared business logic development utilizing Kotlin Multiplatform Mobile (KMM) to facilitate cross-platform consistency.
• Familiarity with analytics and engagement tools such as Amplitude, Braze, Firebase Crashlytics, and Stripe for payment processing.
• Strong understanding of server-driven UI concepts and experience deploying serverless applications on cloud platforms like AWS.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-disciplinary teams and mentor junior developers.
• Experience working in Agile environments and a passion for continuous learning and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality iOS applications, ensuring code readability, maintainability, and scalability.
• Participate actively in the mobile community of practice, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define technical requirements and deliver features aligned with the product vision.
• Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks to ensure robust and reliable app performance.
• Diagnose and resolve bugs, performance issues, and other technical challenges to optimize user experience.
• Support automated build, testing, and deployment processes to facilitate rapid release cycles.
• Document technical specifications, decisions, and processes to ensure clarity and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and incorporate innovative solutions to enhance app functionality and performance.

Benefits

• Hybrid working model with flexible hours to promote work-life balance.
• Onsite amenities such as free parking, EV charging stations, and an onsite gym with complimentary classes.
• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days plus public holidays, with options to buy or sell days and an additional day off for your birthday.
• Participation in a company bonus scheme and regular social events like Christmas parties, summer gatherings, and sports matches.
• Relaxed dress code and a modern office environment featuring games areas, chill-out zones, and a well-stocked kitchen with free beverages and snacks.
• Opportunities for professional development through training programs and learning initiatives.
• Group auto-enrollment pension plan, enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick pay schemes.
• Company-funded private medical insurance and healthcare cashback plans.
• Employee assistance programs supporting mental health and well-being.
• Standard 35-hour workweek designed to promote a healthy work environment.

Equal Opportunity

Blue Light Card is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that a variety of perspectives and backgrounds enrich our culture and drive innovation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring practices are designed to be fair and equitable, ensuring that every individual has an equal chance to contribute and succeed within our organization.