iOS Engineer

About The Company

At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions worldwide, enabling them to benefit from innovative digital features and efficient back-office processes that have contributed to Starling's success.

Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment focused on building innovative solutions, creating new features, and leveraging disruptive technology to stay at the forefront of fintech. We operate a flat organizational structure to empower our team members to make decisions independently, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Support is readily available within our open culture, ensuring that team members find guidance and assistance from colleagues across the business. We believe that success is a collective effort, and our environment encourages shared knowledge and teamwork.

The key to thriving within Engine is to be a self-driven individual capable of taking full ownership of your work—from designing and building to discovering and sharing insights. We emphasize delivering high-quality results that meet our customers' needs, driven by our core values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness.

About The Role

We are seeking passionate and talented iOS Engineers to join our team at Engine by Starling. In this role, you will contribute to the development and enhancement of our award-winning platform, which serves millions of customers worldwide. Your primary focus will be on maintaining and expanding our existing iOS applications, ensuring they operate seamlessly for banks across the globe, as well as building new features from scratch that have not yet been released in the UK market. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that improve user experience, security, and functionality.

Our engineers are excited about delivering new features and improvements regardless of their primary tech stack. We value individuals who are eager to make an impact, care about high-quality code, and are committed to creating reliable, user-centric mobile applications. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on complex problems, participate in collaborative decision-making, and contribute to the ongoing evolution of our technology platform.

This is a dynamic role that offers the chance to be part of a scaling organization committed to transforming banking for good. You will be expected to own your projects, contribute to team discussions, and continuously seek to improve both your skills and our products.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in iOS development, with extensive experience in Swift and UIKit. Familiarity with MVVM-C architecture and modular code design is essential. Experience with reactive programming frameworks such as RxSwift is highly desirable, though not mandatory. Knowledge of core iOS concepts, components, and best practices is required to ensure the development of robust and maintainable applications.

Proficiency with tools such as SnapKit, Realm, Sourcery, and SwiftGen will be advantageous. A solid understanding of automated testing, code quality standards, and version control systems is expected. Candidates should demonstrate a passion for building high-quality mobile applications, a user-focused mindset, and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of our iOS applications, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security.
• Design and implement new features from conception to deployment, adhering to best practices and architectural guidelines.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend developers to deliver seamless user experiences.
• Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code that aligns with our quality standards.
• Participate in code reviews, team discussions, and knowledge-sharing activities to foster continuous improvement.
• Identify and troubleshoot bugs and performance issues, implementing effective solutions.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continually enhance our mobile offerings.
• Own your projects end-to-end, from initial design through to deployment and post-release support.
  
  

Benefits

• 33 days of holiday, including public holidays, with flexibility to take time off when it suits you.
• An additional day off for your birthday.
• Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service, with options to buy or sell up to five extra days off.
• 16 hours of paid volunteering time annually to support causes you care about.
• Salary sacrifice schemes, enhanced company pension scheme, and life insurance at 4x your salary.
• Group income protection and private medical insurance with VitalityHealth, including mental health support and cancer care.
• Partner benefits such as discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith, and Peloton.
• Family-friendly policies designed to support work-life balance.
• Referral incentives under our 'refer a friend' scheme.
• Perkbox membership providing retail discounts, wellness resources, and weekly perks.
• Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Gym partnerships via salary sacrifice, and Electric Vehicle leasing programs.