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The Senior iOS Engineer at Envoy will focus on developing and maintaining innovative iOS applications that enhance the workplace experience. Responsibilities include designing user-friendly interfaces, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing app performance. You will also implement new features, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to the overall iOS development strategy.

To be considered for the Senior iOS Engineer role at Envoy, candidates should hold a BS or MS in Computer Science or a related technical field, alongside at least 2 years of experience in iOS development. Proficiency in Swift, Swift Concurrency, and SwiftUI is mandatory, as well as familiarity with functional reactive programming techniques like RxSwift or Combine.

Alongside the core requirements, candidates for the Senior iOS Engineer position at Envoy will benefit from additional experience with technologies like GraphQL, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), iBeacons, and location services. Experience handling large mobile codebases is also beneficial, as it would enhance your ability to contribute effectively to our team's work.

At Envoy, we foster a collaborative and fast-paced work environment that encourages innovation and iteration. You'll find that we prioritize effective communication and teamwork, enabling you to share your ideas freely and work closely with other talented professionals. Our hybrid approach to work allows flexibility while ensuring that you remain connected to your team and projects.

Envoy offers a competitive compensation package for the Senior iOS Engineer role, with an expected annual cash salary range of $170K to $200K for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to salary, you'll have the opportunity to receive equity and enjoy a range of benefits that support your well-being and work-life balance.

When answering this question, discuss your familiarity with Swift and its features, like safety and performance. Highlight specific projects where you've used Swift effectively, and express your enthusiasm for its modern syntax and powerful capabilities.

Share your debugging techniques, such as using Xcode’s integrated debugger or instruments for performance issues. Discuss how you approach problems systematically, starting with identifying the issue and using tools to trace back to the core problem.

Explain your approach to user experience design, including iterative testing and incorporating user feedback. Discuss accessibility practices, such as voice-over support and dynamic text sizes, to ensure your applications cater to diverse user needs.

Talk about your familiarity with designing RESTful APIs and how to integrate them into mobile applications. Provide examples of projects where you've successfully consumed APIs, detailing how you handle error management and data parsing.

Discuss your preference for Agile or Scrum methodologies, focusing on how they allow for adaptability and continuous improvement. Share real-life examples of how these methodologies have contributed to successful outcomes in your projects.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to describe a specific problem, your role in addressing it, the action steps you took, and the positive outcome. Highlight your critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Discuss version control practices and your strategies for navigating and understanding extensive codebases. Highlight the importance of documentation and collaboration with other team members to maintain code quality and avoid conflicts.

Explain how SwiftUI’s declarative syntax simplifies UI development and your experience in using it for designing responsive interfaces. Mention any projects where you've implemented SwiftUI, focusing on the ease of making changes and quicker iterations.

Indicate your commitment to continuous learning through following industry-leading blogs, participating in community meetups, or attending conferences. Mention specific resources or communities that you engage with to keep your skills sharp.

If you have experience with frameworks like RxSwift, explain how you've used functional reactive programming to manage state and asynchronous operations. Highlight its advantages, such as improving code readability and maintainability in your projects.