iOS Mobile Application Developer

The mobile application developer will be responsible for rewriting and reengineering the existing ContactSync iOS application to use current development frameworks and implement new business requirements for the tool. This includes redeveloping the application in Swift, replacing the legacy data service with a modern RESTful API, and adding a default option for OAuth/OIDC log in. Additionally... the new application must be able to automatically track contacts that have been updated from the directory to prevent duplicates. Existing address book contacts created by the previous version of the application must be automatically updated with the new tracker. Finally, the developer must be able to document the new application and train the existing full time development team to perform basic maintenance in the future. The federal client will provide Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) including Mac laptop, iPhone, and iPad for testing. Basic Qualifications It is preferable that the candidate be located in Denver, CO, so they can meet with the government’s technical lead in person on a weekly basis. Part-time or full-time is acceptable. We anticipate this to be no more than a six-month effort. The candidate must have experience developing iOS applications for large, demanding audiences. A basic understanding of government software security requirements is required. Ability to independently develop and test code. Experience with Swift, RESTful APIs, and OAuth/OIDC. Experience full lifecycle development, packaging, and provisioning Apple mobile apps. Competencies Writing code performing unit tests and conducting peer code reviews. Ensuring security requirements are maintained. Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills – ability to understand complex situations, and develop and implement a logical approach to a problem resolution. Attention to Detail – ability to ensure the work and information are complete and accurate, by preparing carefully for meetings and presentations, and following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled. Communication – ability to understand requirements documentation, functional specifications, high level design documentation and system documentation. Able to successfully listen, understand and verbally communicate with technical and non-technical team members. Flexibility - able to change priorities quickly and have a capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Application of software engineering concepts and best practices to design solutions that meet operational requirements, such as scalability, maintainability, extensibility, and flexibility. Ability to self-manage projects, due dates and communicate status. Impact Awareness – ability to anticipate the likely effect of actions and events on others and to tailor one’s own behavior to achieve a desired effect on others. Influential Skill – ability to gain others’ support for ideas and solutions through logical argument. Interpersonal Awareness - ability to notice, interpret, and anticipate others’ concerns and feelings. Productivity - motivated self-starter and quick learner. Ability to work under deadlines with heavy workloads as well as flexibility to work outside of normal business hours to meet client needs. Results Oriented – ability to keep the desired end-result of one’s own work clearly in mind, by setting goals and focusing on them tenaciously until they are achieved. Technical Acumen - strong understanding of software development concepts, procedures, and technologies utilizing Agile Methodology. Technical Skills Experience with industry development standards and their implementation. Proficiency in system analysis and design. Analysis and verification of technical requirements for completeness, consistency, feasibility, and testability. Identification and Resolution of technical issues through unit testing, debugging and investigation. Version Control including branching and merging. Experience, Education A BA/BS degree in computer science or a related field and 10 years of experience, or a MA/MS degree in computer science or a related field and eight (8) years of experience