IOS Mobile App developer

Company Description

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 28,200+ associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and meticulous iOS Release & Build Engineer to join our Bosch Global mobile development team. This important role will be responsible for streamlining our iOS/Android application deployment pipeline, managing code signing and provisioning, implementing and optimizing CI/CD workflows, and ensuring code quality through diligent code review practices. You will be instrumental in enabling faster, more reliable, secure releases of our iOS and Android applications.

Responsibilities:

1. 1.      iOS Application Deployment & Release Management:
2. 2.      Code Signing & Provisioning Profiles:
3. 3.      CI/CD Pipeline Development & Optimization:
4. 4.      Code Review & Quality Assurance Support:

• Manage the end-to-end release process for iOS applications to the App Store and Intune, TestFlight, and internal distribution channels.
• Oversee and execute app store submissions, including metadata management, screenshot preparation, and version control.
• Monitor app store performance metrics and identify areas for improvement in the release cycle.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to app distribution and deployment.
• Intune app auto renewal process.
• Administer and manage all aspects of iOS code signing, including certificates, provisioning profiles, and app IDs.
• Ensure proper configuration and security of signing assets across development, testing, and production environments.
• Automate the creation, renewal, and distribution of signing identities to development teams.
• Develop and implement strategies for secure key management.
• Perform application resigning for various purposes (e.g., internal testing, specific enterprise distribution, or handling third-party frameworks).
• Design, implement, maintain, and optimize robust Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for iOS and Android applications using tools like [e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Xcode Cloud].
• Automate build, test, and deployment processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual errors.
• Integrate static analysis, unit tests, UI tests, and performance tests into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Monitor pipeline health, performance, and provide rapid resolution to build breaks.
• Research and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance the CI/CD ecosystem.
• Actively participate in code reviews for iOS application features, focusing on best practices, performance, security, and maintainability.
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to fellow iOS developers on coding standards, architecture, and CI/CD integration.
• Collaborate with QA teams to ensure test automation is integrated effectively into the build process.
• Contribute to defining and enforcing coding standards and best practices within the iOS team.

5.      Tooling & Automation:

• Develop scripts and automation tools (e.g., Fastlane, Python, Shell) to streamline repetitive tasks related to builds, testing, and deployments.
• Manage and configure build servers and related infrastructure.
• Generate the test link from the binary.

6.      Documentation & Knowledge Sharing:

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for build processes, CI/CD pipelines, code signing procedures, and release guidelines.
• Educate and train development teams on new tools and processes.

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Qualifications

4+ years of professional experience in iOS development with a strong focus on build engineering, release management, or DevOps practices.

• Deep expertise in iOS code signing, provisioning profiles, and certificates. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex signing issues.
• Extensive experience designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for iOS and Android applications (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Xcode Cloud).
• Proficiency with Fastlane for automating mobile development tasks is highly desirable.
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Shell, Python, Ruby).
• Solid understanding of Git and advanced branching strategies.
• Experience with dependency managers (CocoaPods, Carthage, SPM).
• Familiarity with various testing frameworks (XCTest, XCUITest).
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Experience with MDM solutions (e.g. Intune) or enterprise app distribution.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Experience with Docker and containerization.
• Knowledge of security best practices in mobile development.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.