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Staff iOS Software Engineer

b_labs is the transformation and digitization arm of B.TECH, on a mission to change the industry as we know it. We spearhead tech innovation at B.TECH, an organization that has been a cornerstone of the Egyptian retail industry. We are the engine powering B.TECH in achieving its goal of becoming the leading omni-channel platform for consumer electronics and appliances in Egypt. By joining b labs, you will get to benefit from a collaborative startup environment, while also enjoying the stability of working within a company that has achieved strong growth year after year. You will be part of a visionary, customer-focused team with an ambitious mission--to become a trailblazer for digital retail within the Middle East.

Responsibilities

Design and build advanced applications for the iOS platform
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability, and general reliability.
Work on bug fixing and improving application performance.
Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.

Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related subject is a must.
Experience in .Net is a plus.
Solid understanding of the full mobile development life cycle.
Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies.
Experience with third-party libraries and APIs.
Experience with Swift, Carthage, Fastlane
Published at least one original iOS app.
7+ years’ experience in developing iPhone mobile apps.

Office environment: When you come to our b_labs office, you'll find creative workspaces, a well-equipped kitchen, and an open design to foster collaboration between teams.

Education budget: We believe the learning journey never ends, therefore you will be entitled to an annual education budget to take part in trainings, courses or onsite conferences of your choice.

Flexibility: You know best whether you want to work from home or in the office. However, if you want to join your teammates onsite, we will subsidize the costs for lunch to foster the b_labs office community

Mobility package: When you are joining the b_labs office, we will subsidize your mobility expenses for public transport.

Equipment: From "Day 1" you will receive all the equipment you need be successful at work. Therefore, you can choose your laptop and get all the tools you need to stay on top of your game.

What You Should Know About Staff iOS Software Engineer, b_labs

As a Staff iOS Software Engineer at b_labs, you will immerse yourself in an exhilarating journey of transformation and innovation within the tech landscape. b_labs is the digitization powerhouse of B.TECH, a pioneer in the Egyptian retail sector, striving to elevate the consumer electronics shopping experience. Your role will involve designing and building advanced applications for the iOS platform, where your expertise will directly contribute to shaping digital retail experiences across the Middle East. Collaborating with a dynamic, customer-focused team, you will define and implement new features while ensuring robustness through unit tests. You'll enjoy the challenge of optimizing application performance and the thrill of exploring emerging technologies to enhance development efficiency. If you're passionate about mobile development, with a solid understanding of the full mobile development lifecycle and hands-on experience with Swift, Carthage, and Fastlane, b_labs is the perfect place for you. Here, you’ll benefit from a stimulating startup environment without sacrificing the stability that comes with being part of a well-established organization. Apart from the exciting projects you’ll tackle, our creative office spaces, annual education budget for continual learning, flexibility in work arrangements, and subsidized mobility expenses provide an ideal environment for professional growth and collaboration.

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What are the responsibilities of a Staff iOS Software Engineer at b_labs?

As a Staff iOS Software Engineer at b_labs, your main responsibilities include designing and building advanced applications for the iOS platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and ship new features, unit-testing your code for reliability, and continuously discovering new technologies to improve development efficiency. Your role is pivotal in driving the digital transformation within consumer retail.