Senior iOS Engineer

Are you a passionate iOS Engineer? Do you want to work on a state-of-the-art application with modern design, architecture and tools in a truly agile environment? Come join our growing, enthusiastic and talented Mobile development team! Vanguard is heavily investing and committed to building a world-class mobile experience for our clients, and we are hiring top talent to build our new iOS and Android native apps.

You will be joining a fun, collaborative and inclusive cross-functional team where individuals strong on aptitude and attitude have an opportunity to grow their professional careers through working with some of the most advanced technology development practices.

This is a hybrid role (in office Tues, Wed, Thurs) based in Charlotte, NC.

What it takes

• Provides intermediate level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases. Integrates third party products.
• Translates technical specifications into code for moderately complex new or enhancement projects for internal clients. Writes programs, develops code, tests artifacts, and produces reports. Employs software development techniques to ensure tests are implemented in a way that supports automation.
• Elevates code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule. Provides follow-up production support. Submits change control requests and documents.
• Follows software development methodology. Follows development architecture standards.
• Participates in design, code, and test inspections throughout the life cycle to identify issues. Participates in systems analysis activities.
• Understands client business functions and technology needs. Understands Vanguard's tools, technologies, and applications/databases, including those that interface with business area and systems.
• Learns and complies with Information Technology and Information Security policies and procedures.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, you should have

• Experience with native mobile application development.
• Proficiency in one or more relevant programming languages (e.g. Swift, SwiftUI, Objective-C, JavaScript).
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and demonstrate a hands-on understanding.
• Understanding of design patterns, integration patterns/practice, data modeling principles and best practices.
• A good track record of project delivery for large cross-team projects.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with engineers, managers, PMs, customers.

Required Skills

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent preferred or relevant experience.
• 5+ years of software development experience.
• 3+ years as a mobile developer.
• Experience with Swift 5 / SwiftUI.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated experience with software engineering fundamentals including object-oriented design, data structures, dependency injection, testable code, and algorithms.
• Experience with the latest iOS SDK / XCode.
• Experience with CI/CD Pipeline (GitHub Actions / Fastlane).
• Experience with Git (GitHub).
• Experience with Honeycomb.
• Experience with Splunk.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.