We are looking for an experienced iOS Technical Lead with a strong technical background and expertise in building high-performance video streaming applications for iOS Mobile and Apple TV platforms. As a technical leader, you will take ownership of designing and developing scalable, user-centric applications while mentoring team members and driving technical excellence.

This role requires a deep understanding of iOS frameworks, exceptional coding skills, and hands-on experience with video streaming technologies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless and engaging video experiences to users. You will lead cutting-edge projects and shape the technical roadmap for iOS development.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design & Development

- Architect and develop advanced video streaming applications for iOS Mobile and Apple TV platforms.
- Write clean, modular, and maintainable code in Swift, following best practices.
- Optimize app performance for responsiveness, scalability, and resource efficiency.

2. Technical Leadership

- Lead the design and implementation of complex features, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with project goals.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure best practices in coding, architecture, and security.
- Stay updated with the latest iOS technologies and video streaming advancements, integrating them into projects where applicable.

3. Collaboration

- Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Collaborate with QA to ensure that delivered features meet functional and non-functional requirements.

4. Video Streaming Expertise

- Implement and optimize video streaming technologies such as HLS, DASH, and DRM.




- Integrate and customize video playback frameworks like AVFoundation and third-party players.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to playback, buffering, and content delivery.

5. Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing

- Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
- Conduct knowledge-sharing sessions and workshops to elevate the teams technical skills.

6. Release Management

- Collaborate on release planning and ensure smooth deployment cycles.
- Support the team during critical deadlines, providing solutions to unblock progress

Qualifications & Skills

Educational Background:

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Experience:

- 8 to 12 years of experience in iOS development, with a strong focus on video streaming applications.
- Proven experience delivering high-quality apps for iOS Mobile and Apple TV.

Technical Skills:

- Proficiency in Swift and Objective-C.
- Strong understanding of iOS frameworks like UIKit, SwiftUI, and Core Data.
- Deep knowledge of AVFoundation, HLS, DRM, and adaptive streaming technologies.
- Experience with API integration using REST or GraphQL.
- Expertise in optimizing video playback performance and troubleshooting streaming-related issues.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and testing frameworks for iOS.

Soft Skills:

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and thrive under tight deadlines.

Additional Requirements:

- Experience with tvOS development and Apple TV-specific design guidelines.
- Familiarity with third-party video SDKs and analytics tools.
- Exposure to Agile development methodologies.
- Flexibility to stretch working hours as needed to meet release timelines.
- Robust documentation skills with attention to detail.

📌 Ios Lead (Hyderabad)
🏢 Dazn
📍 Hyderabad