Remote Lead Software Engineer, iOS

Description:

• Thrive Market is seeking a Lead iOS Engineer to drive the technical direction of their iOS app and deliver best-in-class experiences to members.
• The role involves mentoring and inspiring the engineering team while collaborating with cross-functional partners to design scalable and innovative features.
• Responsibilities include leading the architecture, design, and implementation of complex features, driving technical strategy, and mentoring iOS engineers.
• The engineer will collaborate with Product, Design, and Platform Engineering teams to create seamless solutions and push the limits of iOS hardware and software.
• The position requires implementing robust, test-driven development practices to ensure high-quality code and performance, as well as evangelizing coding standards and operational excellence.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 7+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 5 years specializing in iOS.
• Deep expertise in Swift and Objective-C is required, along with a strong understanding of UIKit, Core Data, and networking.
• A proven track record of designing and shipping scalable, high-impact iOS features in a consumer-facing app is essential.
• Strong experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and integration with backend services is necessary.
• Candidates should be skilled at mentoring engineers and raising the technical bar through leadership and collaboration.
• Experience working in fast-paced, agile environments with cross-functional teams is required.
• Bonus points for experience in e-commerce or subscription-based platforms, exposure to front-end development, and a strong interest in advancing Thrive Market’s mission.

Benefits:

• Thrive Market offers comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• The position includes a competitive salary (DOE) plus equity and a 401k plan.
• Employees receive 9 days of observed holidays and flexible paid time off.
• A subsidized ClassPass membership is provided, granting access to fitness classes and wellness experiences.
• Employees have the option to work in a beautiful co-working space at WeWork in Playa Vista and other locations.
• A free Thrive Market membership with an exclusive employee discount is included.
• Coverage for life coaching and therapy sessions is available on the company's holistic mental health and well-being platform.