Are Companies Still Hiring iOS Developers? (My Take in December 2024)

157 Applications and Counting: Is the iOS Job Market Still Thriving? In this video, I share my journey after being laid off, applying to over 157 positions, and navigating the evolving iOS job market. I also dive into my job search strategies, including my detailed spreadsheet, resume tips, and reflections on what’s next.

Links

• My iOS Job Spreadsheet Format: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/177wcOHUDn1D2DC_0Ys…
• "ios" jobs on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?currentJobId=4056338…
• Otta (Welcome to the Jungle): app.welcometothejungle.com/

Quote: "A man who is optimistic, self-reliant, positive, and undertakes a task with success in mind magnetizes himself and draws on all of the creative powers of the universe."

My Resume Details:

Email: Paul@SuperEasyApps.com

iOS SOFTWARE ENGINEER (10+ years)

Senior iOS Developer with a strong desire to make new mobile experiences. Enjoy collaborating with Product and Design teams to enhance existing apps. Since 2009, have published seven iOS/macOS apps on the App Store using Swift, SwiftUI, and Objective-C. Comfortable speaking and presenting to senior leadership and giving technical talks to engineers. Won the 2023 GoPro Hackathon for reimagining the Frame Grab experience using streamlined UX. Want to build iOS apps that feel good from the first tap, because technology only works when you know how to use it the first time.

SKILLS

• Languages: Swift, Objective-C, C++, Python
• APIs: UIKit, SwiftUI, Auto Layout, AVFoundation, Unit Testing (XCTest), UI Testing, React
• Software: Xcode, SPM, git, vim, Terminal, Sketch, Figma, VSCode
• Platforms: iOS, iPadOS, macOS
• Expertise: User experience, animation, cross-platform development, gestures, iOS/macOS design, accessibility, test-driven development, pair programming, multithreading, debugging, analytics

00:00 My iOS Job Search Update
14:35 My iOS Job Spreadsheet
15:38 Are Companies Really Hiring?
25:45 My Resume and Cover Letter Workflow
29:49 Looking Forward

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